Flexicon Corporation has announced a major maintenance cost reduction for its Flexi-Disc Tubular Cable Conveyors through the introduction of replaceable sprocket tips, now standard on the system’s drive and tensioner wheels.

Unlike one-piece sprockets, each tip comprises two halves that bolt directly onto each spoke, eliminating the need to remove...

Bühler Group has announced its leadership succession plans for 2026, reinforcing its commitment to long-term continuity as a family-owned business.

As of January 2026, Samuel Schär is set to become CEO. Schär has been with Bühler for 20 years, having led the Nanotechnology business unit, the Grinding & Dispersing division,...

Farleygreene has unveiled its latest innovation in sieving technology: the Disc Oversize Outlet Control (DOSC), now a standard feature across the company’s Sievmaster Slimline range. This development represents a significant enhancement in oversize material management, designed to meet the demands of modern bulk handling industries.

The DOSC system features a...

Greif-Velox Maschinenfabrik GmbH has announced a strategic partnership with Packme Mena FZ LLC to strengthen its presence in the Gulf region. Under this agreement, Packme Mena will distribute Greif-Velox’s advanced packaging systems across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, while also providing technical support.

With an established...

Carlsberg Bulgaria has taken a significant step in expanding its production capabilities with the installation of its first in-house canning line. Supplied by packaging technology provider KHS, the high-speed line supports the brewer’s strategy for growth and operational efficiency in a changing market landscape.

The company, formed in 2004 through...

Royal Grolsch brewery in the Netherlands has partnered with Schoeller Allibert to introduce sustainable pallets made entirely from recycled plastics, supporting its transition toward a circular economy. The new pallets, in use since January 2025, replace outdated, heavier models that no longer met the brewery’s operational or environmental requirements.

Schoeller...

Efficient material handling is essential in recycling plants, where conveyors transport a wide variety of materials with differing characteristics. Selecting appropriate conveyor drive units is critical for smooth operation, safety, and throughput. David Strain, Technical Director at systems integrator Technidrive, outlines the key considerations when specifying drives for belt feeders,...

Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection has introduced the Spyglass Xtend triple-infrared flame detector, designed to simultaneously detect hydrogen (H2) and hydrocarbon (HC) fires. This development addresses a key safety gap in industrial environments where both fuel types may be present.

Traditionally, hydrogen-only detectors have been used to identify H2 fires...

Dutch process technology specialist Dinnissen has introduced a new stainless steel lift system designed to improve the safe and efficient handling of pallets, intermediate bulk containers (IBCs), and flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBCs) in industrial production environments.

Originally developed in response to a customer project in the US dietary supplements...

GEA has launched Varipond C, a new control system designed to improve the flexibility, efficiency, and energy performance of its decanter centrifuges. The system enables fast and precise adjustment of pond depth and separation zones during operation, helping operators maintain product quality and optimise yields without production interruptions.

Suitable for...