developer undefinedFrom the Author - Page 284EquipmentMouvex SLS4 and SLS8 Seal-less Drive Eccentric PumpsThe Mouvex SLS4 and SLS8 Seal-less Drive Eccentric Pumps are designed with a double-wall bellow and pressure switch monitoring. By mounting the pressure switch on the bellows flange, the bellows become an independent sub-assembly, allowing the pump to be used in hygienic applications.EquipmentLarson Electronics Explosion Proof Extension CordLarson Electronics/MagnalightThe Larson Electronics EPEXC-100-250V Explosion Proof Extension Cord is constructed of 100 feet of explosion proof cord rated 250 volts and 20 amps. The cord is fitted with an explosion proof twist lock receptacle constructed of non-sparking aluminum on one end and an explosion proof plug on the other for a safe and secure connection to power receptacle.Feed Mill ManagementUS Grains Council elects Iowa corn, soybean producer as chairmanJulius Schaaf was elected chairman of the U.S. Grains Council during the council's 53rd annual board of delegates meeting in Ottawa, Canada, and elected a new slate for its board of directors.Schaaf is a fifth generation farmer from Randolph, Iowa, with more than 33 years of experience in production agriculture. He farms a corn, soybean rotation.Company NewsFinal 2013 Renewable Fuel Standard requires further action, says NCCThe National Chicken Council praised the Environmental Protection Agency for its willingness to adjust the Renewable Fuel Standard, but said the final standard for 2013 established on August 7 does not go far enough to truly help the poultry industry. National Chicken Council President Mike Brown added that further action from Congress to repeal the Renewable Fuel Standard is the best way to give poultry and livestock producers more market certainty for the feed grains that are also used in renewable fuels.HomeMexico corn market changing due to lack of growthRabobank has published a report identifying structural changes that are emerging in the Mexican corn market, resulting from constraints in the growth of corn production. According to the report, published by the bank's Food & Agribusiness Research and Advisory team, since 2009-2010, Mexican corn production has faced difficulties due to decelerating yield rates and declines in planted area.Feed AdditivesFeed additive business unit names managing directorMartjin Adorf has been named managing director of Selko,Nutreco’s global feed additive business unit. He will be based out of Tilburg,The Netherlands.Business & MarketsHigh cap on biodiesel expected in EUThe current debates in the European Union on biofuel policy continue to generate rumor and speculation, causing uncertainty for biodiesel and vegetable oil companies. Amid arguments about biodiesel's economic and environmental impact, Netherland-based Rabobank announced it believes the likely policy result will be a higher than expected cap on first-generation biofuels in the EU transport fuel mix.Formulation and Process ControlDinnissenDinnissen BVDinnissen specializes in receiving, transportation, weighing, mixing, grinding, sifting, vacuum coating and packaging technologies. Dinnissen regularly works with Lean Six Sigma companies to improve efficiency and eliminate waste.EquipmentDinnissen automatic bag emptierDinnissen automatic bag emptierDinnissen automatic bag emptier The Dinnissen automatic bag emptier prevents contamination within the production process and prevents ingredient dispersion. The system automatically cleans the outside of the bag with pulsed air and brushes before placing the bag in the emptier. After completelyCompany NewsFSMA and animal feed — Strengthening oversight of imported foodsThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued two proposed rules under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) aimed at strengthening assurances that imported food meets the same safety standards as food produced domestically. On July 26, the FDA issued proposed regulations that it says would greatly strengthen the oversight of foods imported for U.S. consumers.EquipmentDinnissen automated container tipperDinnissen BVThe Dinnissen automated container tipper empties hazardous material without leaving any residue. After the exterior housing on the tipper is closed, the containers are hermetically connected to the systemEquipmentDinnissen Lean Mixing integrated mixing and transport systemDinnissen BVThe Dinnissen Lean Mixing integrated mixing and transport system can mix powders, granules and granulates and transport raw materials without pneumatics. The system carries ingredients in big bags that only have to be lifted once.Previous PagePage 284 of 437Next Page
