Plasma sterilisation – a brilliant innovation

Chemical agents are currently still used for sterilising thermally unstable plastics such as PET. The novel technology of physical plasma sterilisation is an innovative process for packaging material. The authors describe the suitability of this method for germ reduction and list the pros and cons.

Steinecker and Syskron to become Krones

The two hitherto autonomous subsidiaries of the Krones Group, the brewery equipment manufacturer Steinecker and the IT service producer Syskron, are being merged with Krones AG in Neutraubling, Germany. The AGM on 22 June approved the Executive Board’s proposal in this regard. According to Krones, the merger, with retrospective effect as from 1 January 2005, is intended to enable them to provide even more comprehensive support for its customers in terms of plant and process engineering. ..

Siemens Automation and Drives

Siemens presents its offerings for efficient automation of beverage production. The focus is on products, systems and solutions for the beverage industry, exemplified by goods processing from raw materials intake to shipping the finished product. ..

Huppmann AG

"Next level", this is the exhibition motto of Huppmann. The brewery plant supplier uses this motto to underline the new performance level attained in the "upgrade", "systems" and "turn-key" areas, directly benefiting customers. Huppmann contributes towards optimising breweries with innovative products and extensive know-how. Whether in the form of individual components, whole systems or turn-key projects - Huppmann upgrades breweries both technically and technologically and prepares them for competition. In addition to new technical developments, Huppmann will focus at drinktec on new concepts in the areas of service and financing. ..

Beer is healthy . . .

. . . as long as you enjoy it moderately but regularly. This was the conclusion reached by all well-known speakers within the framework of the symposium "Beer - a healthy pleasure" organised by the Bayerischer Brauerbund (Association of Bavarian Brewers) on 5 May in 2004 in Munich. The issue was discussed and highlighted regarding medical and alimentary physiological aspects.

The invitation for this first symposium of that kind in Germany was extended by the "Bayerische Brauerbund", the "Deutscher Brauerbund" (German Association of Brewers) and the "Deutsche Akademie für Ernährungsmedizin", (German Academy for Nutrition Science) and more than 160 participants came. The academic direction had Prof. Dr. Dr.

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3 new coolers to be launched at Brau

Scotsman Beverage Systems is unveiling three new coolers plus groundbreaking technology, according to the manufacturer at Brau Beviale 2004. Flagship of the new coolers is a range of small, under counter, dryblock, soft drink cooler carbonators fitted with Scotsman Beverage Systems new ECO2CIRC technology.
ECO2CIRC enables the cooler to operate with a single pump and motor which improves both reliability and carbonation levels and lowers its whole life costs. The dryblock unit achieves up to 70% more cooling duty from the compressor than normal icebank coolers through higher evaporation temperatures.
The companys new Harmony beer cooler being shown at Brau has been developed specifically for mainland European markets..

Beverage tubing products

Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, the world’s largest producer of high-performance polymers, introduces a new line of antimicrobial Cobra® and Synflex® brand beverage tubing products. Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics is the world’s largest supplier of beverage dispensing hose and tubing products and has been providing innovative beverage tubing solutions for over sixty years.

Well rehabilitation saves production costs

Natural well ageing, i.e. the formation of incrustations in the well pipe, the gravel pack and on the bore hole wall, causes a higher drawdown, which has to be compensated by an increased lifting capacity of the well pump. This leads to additional production costs. Regular well maintenance slows down the process of natural well ageing and thus contributes to a cost-effective production.
Since 1999 scientific publications and reports from the well fields confirm that AIXTRACTOR 2.0®, from cleanwells, is the most efficient chemical agent and brings the best results, according to the manufacturer..

Numerical modelling

Beer as a beverage has to have a series of characteristics so as to be regarded as nutritive and enjoyable; in quality, it has to meet consumer expectations e.g. in terms of taste, colour, stability and head retention.
Malt is made from barley which differs very considerably in its biochemical composition depending on year and growing region. This predetermines that certain substances will start out having differing initial values. Pre-treatment of barley during malting/kilning also plays a role.
As beer quality from a brewery for any particular beer type is expected always to remain the same, tests are necessary to help achieve the specified ultimate analysis despite changes in malt starting values. Additionally, the experience of brewing technicians can also make a contribution.

Attractive insect killer

DEKUR electronic-Geräte GmbH, Koblenz/Germany offers DEKUR 1100, the latest and newest development of insect killers with the new glue board technique. Looking like a beautiful wall lamp, the wall-mounted insect killer is made completely of stainless steel. Two bulbs with 15 watt each are attracting all kinds of insects into the unit, where the insects are sticking to the inserted glue board. The device is constructed so that neither the glue board nor the insects can be seen by staff, guests, clients or other visitors. The light is reflected from the unit and seen as an indirect lighting. Therefore the unit is perfectly suitable for use in hotels, restaurants and any public places. The effective range is approx. O. Box 20 04 46, D-54004 Koblenz..