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Monitoring system tests homogeneity
The Full Integrated NIR System promises to be the first real-time monitor of blend homogeneity and end-point determination during powder-blending operations. The system, by LB Bohle, based in Pennsylvania and Germany, is fully closed and eliminates physical sampling requirements. It also prevents contact with potent products during testing.
+1 215 957 1240
www.lbbohle.com/
info@lbbohle.com
Dual-coated bacteria
Cell Bio Tech, a global bio-venture company, has developed a new generation of probiotics, called DuoLac, that has solved some of the most pressing problems of adding micro-organisms to foods. A patented special dual-coating keeps the bacteria alive and ensures their timely release in the intestines, the company reports. DuoLac is slated to be launched in a range of food supplements for sale in the UK.
Cell Bio Tech is a subsidiary of the international distribution company Broste A/S.
+45 45 26 33 33
www.broste.com/probiotics
 Temperature labels
Spirig Advanced Tech in Massachusetts has created self-adhesive Excess Temperature Alarm labels. Applied to any surface that needs monitoring, these Jumbo-CelsiDot labels can be easily read from a remote location. They are available in 40 different levels within the range of +40oC to +260oC. They are sold in packages of 24 labels or rolls of 1,200 labels.
+1 800 628 8862
www.celsi.com
 Zipper-capable packaging machine
Elba, a leading Italian provider of bag-making equipment, has launched a newly enhanced, zipper-capable version of its SA V20 flexible packaging machine. The machine enhances production speeds by allowing for the production of two pouches from a single web and making it possible for converters to produce three-side weld, stand up pouch and Doy Pack packages on the same machine with minimal changeover downtime. The latest generation Elba SA V20 is compatible with Zip-Pak press-to-close zippers, making it easy for converters to quickly integrate a value-added resealable feature on a variety of different package formats.
+39 335 635 2907
www.elba-spa.it
 Squat-style bottles for beauty products
Alpha Packaging has expanded its line of polyethylene terephthalate Boston Round bottles to include three new sizes of squat-style bottles. They are ideal for personal care liquids and lotions, such as shampoos and conditioners, skin lotions and body splashes. The 8-, 12- and 16-ounce bottles are available in three continuous thread-neck finishes (24-400, 24-410 and 24-415).
+1 800 421 4772
Jacketed pipes for viscous materials
A full line of jacketed piping for transferring molten metals, coal tar pitch, corn syrup, polymers and other viscous materials by providing more uniform and steady control than electric- or steam-trace pipe is available from TamaRink Jacketed & Specialty Piping of Massachusetts. The jacketed piping is available in straight lengths, elbows, 90 degree, Tees and valve configurations with various flanges.
+1 800 354 9610
www.tamarink.com
New range of oxygen-eaters
Multisorb Technologies, based in New York, has introduced a new FreshCard oxygen absorber to preserve the freshness and quality of packaged foods and extend shelf life. The FreshCard reduces and maintains the oxygen content in packaging to below 0.01 per cent, which is significantly lower than traditional vacuum, back or gas flushing. FreshCard protects packaged foods from spoilage, mold growth and other damage. It also reduces or eliminates the need for food additives and preservatives. It ranges in size from 2-by-2 inches to 4-by-4 inches, and is available in spools or fan-folded, for automatic dispensing.
+1 716 824 8900
www.multisorb.com
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