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methods and the turbo-technique enable
total control of temperatures throughout
the entire length of the oven or decks. These
changes suit all baked foods but were engineered especially for the needs of par-baked
products. Undesirable browning effects, especially one-sided browning of par-baked
items, no longer occurs. With these further
developments, the thermal-oil technology,
developed by Daub 35 years ago, provides
optimum baking results. Phone (800) 3672504; Web www.kaakgroup.com
SPACE-SAVING BAND SLICER
Engineers at AMF Bakery
Systems have minimized
the floor space required
by the new Saber 74
band
slicer for
easy replacement
of older machines.
The new design features corrosion resistant
stainless steel frame and guards, which eliminate paint and improve sanitation. A precision blade guide system assures high-quality
slicing. The smooth-glide lattice pullout system and cantilevered drums enable easy blade
replacement. PLCs provide accurate information on position of loaves and blade speed for
monitoring purposes. Phone (804) 342-9716;
Web www.amfbakery.com

Lab Slurry Mixer
blends wet and
dry ingredients
with minimal air
incorporation. It
can mix and transfer product to a
holding tank in
3 to 5 minutes
or less. Operator
touch screen allows easy recipe
selection. Combine this slurry mixer with a
continuous lab mixer and depositor to form a
complete line in your lab or pilot plant. (631)
232-0002; Web www.oakes.com
EDGE PAN COOLER

Baking Technology Systems, Inc. offers an edge pan cooler that operates at
35 bun pans per minute and cools pans
in a more compact area - three pans per
foot. A pan cleaning system for the top and
bottom of pans also can be incorporated
into the line. All pans are inverted to remove debris. Phone (770) 270-5911; Web
www.baketech.com

CAKE DEPOSITOR
The PRO-1000 cake
depositor from Unifiller
Systems offers flexibility and
simplicity. Featuring an adjustable height
mobile frame
and diving nozzle, the PRO1000 can easily
accommodate a
variety of production
lines and conveyors. Phone (604) 940-2233;
Web www.unifiller.com
LAB SLURRY MIXERS
Highly scalable and easy-to-use E.T. Oakes
lab models have all the benefits of the company's larger production equipment. The 18-in.

SAFETY INTERLOCK
Fortress Interlocks launches DM, a
robust modular access interlock for use
on all types
of doors. The
unit, part of
the company's
new mGuard
line, is available with a
selection of
all-stainlesssteel actuators
suitable for
both hinged
and
sliding
doors. The head features a choice of four
head rotation angles and two actuator entry points. DM is available as a single door

lock or with up to 10 multiple access lock
modules. A system using DM can be easily
reconfigured and expanded or trimmed
down, and extra modules can be used
elsewhere. Phone (859) 578-2390; Web
www.fortressinterlocks.com
MESH BELT

Eye-Flex, a new heavy-duty wire mesh belt
from Wirebelt Co. of America, is suitable for
large product conveyance in food processing
and industrial applications. The standard
construction is based on a straight, modular
design, providing increased belt longevity. With
its flat conveying surface and open mesh configuration, the dimensionally stable belt is easy
to clean and sanitize, while enabling uniform
product support, minimal product marking
and increased airflow. Offered with spacers,
including underwelded wire spacing, rings or
springs, and without spacers, Eye-Flex is available in a variety of configurations to meet specific application needs. Phone (800)-922-2637;
Web www.wirebelt.com
X-RAY INSPECTION UNIT
Loma Systems, Inc. unveils a new entry-level X-ray inspection unit suited for
small products measuring a maximum of
8 in. wide by 3 in. high. The Sentry XR
is sold under the Cintex brand, which is
marketed in North and South America by
Loma Systems. Ideal
applications include
small-profile products
in high-speed
applications
such as bars,
individual baked foods
and small frozen
components. The
system incorporates an innovative low-power X-ray source
to maximize inspection capability while
keeping costs to a minimum. The compact
unit is 51 in. long. Phone: (630) 681-2050;
Web www.loma.com

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