TECH FLASH FDA to hold food defense workshops The agency will demonstrate its new Food Defense Plan Builder software. Shane O'Halloran September 24, 2013 Meetings will take place in October and November.Read More
TECH FLASH Top CFSAN annual priority to reduce foodborne illness rates A recently released document lays out the center’s program priorities for the upcoming year. Shane O'Halloran September 11, 2013 The plan focuses on preventive controls, reducing foodborne illness rates and improving public health indicators.Read More
TECH FLASH Review your food safety strategies for National Food Safety Month Is your operation compliant with new government food safety regulations? Shane O'Halloran September 11, 2013 Food Engineering asked Joe Scioscia of VAI, an ERP solutions provider, about common obstacles to compliance.Read More
Preventing economically motivated adulteration Unfortunately, people and pets sometimes get hurt by consuming contaminated food and beverage products passed off as the real things. Wayne Labs September 11, 2013 Producers should set up an action plan, and be sure to verify all ingredients and food products before use. Read More
Engineering R&D UV gets ‘green’ light for disinfecting liquids The process, developed specifically to deliver food-grade solutions for ingestible liquids and ingredients, treats turbid as well as clear liquids. Mikell Knights September 11, 2013 A low-maintenance, non-fouling, self-cleaning beverage processing system has many benefits. Read More
TECH FLASH Got gluten-free questions? Here are the answers FDA released its new rule for gluten-free labeling earlier this month. Shane O'Halloran August 28, 2013 Class action attorney Kristen Polovoy answers common questions about the new rule.Read More
TECH FLASH Growing antibiotic resistance leads to push for easier testing High resistance to tetracyclines is causing concern among regulatory authorities. Shane O'Halloran August 28, 2013 Over-prescribing of antibiotics and administration of animal antibiotics are the main culprits.Read More
TECH FLASH Food allergy sufferers turning to tech for shopping help According to new survey data, two-thirds of households with food allergy sufferers find grocery shopping difficult. Shane O'Halloran August 28, 2013 Consumers are using social media, web research and mobile apps to facilitate shopping.Read More
TECH FLASH Exclusive: Compressed air or environmental problems? Here are solutions. FE discusses the importance of air quality in plants as food safety requirements increase. Wayne Labs August 14, 2013 FSMA and GFSI schemes have made environmental air and compressed air important parts of food safety.Read More
TECH FLASH Modified atmosphere packaging can help meet logistical challenges while improving freshness MAP packaging does not affect taste or nutrition the way heat sterilization and freezing do. August 14, 2013 Gases commonly used in preservation include oxygen, carbon dioxide and nitrogen.Read More