Dr Keith Behnke receives Lifetime Achievement Award from AFIA

The American Feed Industry Association honoured Keith Behnke, Ph.D., with the AFIA-Kansas State University Feed Manufacturing Lifetime Achievement Award today for his lifelong contributions to the feed industry through business and education.

Gary Huddleston, AFIA's director of feed manufacturing and regulatory affairs, presented the award to Dr Behnke at AFIA's fall virtual Board of Directors meeting.

Keith Behnke
Image credit: AFIA

The award recognises and honours U.S. animal food industry retirees, or those who are no longer serving the industry or allied industries, who have made a significant contribution to the animal food manufacturing business in the U.S. throughout their careers.

Individuals are nominated in the areas of business, science and technology. The AFIA and KSU first presented the award in 1995 and only 20 individuals have received the award to date.

'Dr Behnke has spent over 40 years working in the feed and grain industry, making him more than deserving of this award,' said Mr Huddleston. 'I first met Dr Behnke in 1988 when I attended a feed short course at Kansas State University. I've always respected Dr Behnke as a great educator of future industry professionals. He has been a great representative of our industry over his career.

Dr Behnke began his career in the industry working as a processing research coordinator at Far Mar Co. in Hutchinson, Kansas. He returned to his alma mater Kansas State University and assumed teaching and research duties in August 1977.

Dr Behnke taught courses that addressed basic and advanced feed manufacturing science and ingredient quality. During his career at KSU, Dr Behnke advised over 150 undergraduates, 18 doctorate and more than 20 masters students in feed science.

Dr Behnke has published many scientific and popular press articles, presented papers at more than 120 conferences and symposia both domestic and abroad, and has visited nearly 50 foreign countries in his capacity as a consultant and member of the department's International Grains Program.

Dr Behnke retired from the university in July 2010 but has continued to serve on the feed science advisory team, helping to design and construct a new campus feed mill for the Department of Grain Science and Industry.

Dr Behnke is a native Kansan and graduated from KSU with a bachelor's in feed technology in 1968. Following three years of military service, he returned to KSU to earn a master's in feed science and a doctorate in grain science.

Visit the AFIA website, HERE.

 

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Limagrain Ingredients opens new production line Arques, France

Committed for more than 30 years to the Clean Label approach, Limagrain Ingredients, a European leader in functional flours, is significantly developing its production capacity.

Functional flours are the result of a synergy between Limegrain Ingredients' cereal expertise, via varietal selection, and the expertise of their hydro-thermal processes. Their 100 percent Clean Label range is an alternative to thickeners and starches, to bring a Clean Label texture to ready meals, soups, breads, pastries, dairy products with a simple "flour" declaration.
 

Limagrain Ingredients' factory Arques, France
Image credit: Limagrain Ingredients 

With an investment of more than nine million euros in its site of Arques, in Northern France, and 20 months of work, Limagrain Ingredients has extended the existing buildings and installed a new line that will enable the production of almost 15,000 tons of functional flours.

This new industrial line is not just a simple "third line", it enables them to reach levels of quality, product consistency and food safety that meet the current and future demands in the agro-industry.

Limagrain Ingredients can meet the expectations of the agro-industry with total flexibility and naturalness, particularly in terms of gluten-free and allergen-free ingredients, with optimum microbiological characteristics, ultra-controlled particle size, and 0 dust for some products.

This new installation ensures increased safety for their employees.

Gaetan Demon, Plant Director said, "Beyond these few figures, I would describe the completion of this project as a real "tour de force".

Given the financial context of the project, the imperatives of the construction deadlines, the sanitary context, as well as the maintenance of the current production 365 days a year, 24/7 throughout the construction work, there were many challenges to be taken up.

This new line was inaugurated on 7 October, 2020 and will develop Limagrain Ingredients' functional flours activity, reaching an annual volume of 45,000 tons a year, in order to provide better support for their European industrial customers in their progress, particularly in terms of Clean Label initiatives.

Visit the Limagrain Ingredients website, HERE.

 

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TSC Silos company profile

As a specialist in the building of square silos TSC Silos supplies an end product that meets the highest quality requirements and is used in a variety of industries. 

According to TSC Silos, “We use our focus and expertise to design suitable rectangular silo installations of which we are proud. That is all we do: we design, calculate and build silos; day in day out, year in year out. For your benefit.”

The rectangular silo concept is characterised by an optimum storage capacity and flexible layout options. A clever design produces the best possible product discharge with maximum storage capacity. 

With a TSC silo you are also investing in a safe, hygienic working environment. 

The organisation is 100 percent focused on this silo concept, from sale and design to production and installation. 

They are able to handle projects from A to Z: from the steel support structure to the insulating cladding and from functional design up to and including fitting. 

At TSC safety is a given. Their well-trained engineers carry out sound calculations for your silo. TSC designs, calculates and manufactures all the silos in accordance with the latest standards (EN 1991, EN 1993 and EN 1090). 

TSC Silos are familiar with ATEX, earthquake coefficients, snow loads and the effects of wind. Everything is worked out using advanced computer software down to the smallest detail. 

If you so desire, you can have the calculations checked by independent parties; that’s not a problem. 

Their experienced installation teams have all the necessary training and are at home on construction sites.

Visit the TSC Silos website, HERE.

 

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4B Braime Components company profile

4B has the world's largest range of bucket elevator components, leading the field in elevator bucket and elevator bolt design and manufacturing the highest quality forged conveyor chains and elevator belting.

Their electronics division specialises in level controls, intelligent sensors and safety control systems for bucket elevators and conveyors. 4B components prevent costly downtime and minimise the risk of explosions in hazardous areas.

With 125 years of engineering experience in the bulk handling industry and subsidiaries on all continents along with a worldwide network of distributors, 4B can provide practical solutions for any application no matter the location.
Visit the website HERE.

 

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IAOM MEA Virtual Milling Forum 2020 begins this week

Recently it was announced that due to the inconvenience of quarantine and travel difficulties brought about by COVID-19, the physical IAOM MEA which was due to be held in Dubai has been cancelled.

From 20-22 October 2020 however the IAOM MEA forum 2020 will be held for the first time virtually supported by ZOOM Webinars, a secured platform, which will allow participants to join online to view and share presentations, interact with the speakers as well as build their networking.

The core objective of this virtual forum is to reach millers in the region and worldwide while content is designed to be purely technical addressing milling trends, technology, and challenges.

With the following line-up of speakers and topics, you won't want to miss out!
 

Day 1: Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Moderator
Martin Schlauri
Grain Milling Expert, Buhler AG (Switzerland)

New Improved System for Gluten Testing
Martin Hallin
Product Manager, PerkinElmer Food (Sweden)

Effect of Moisture Content on Damaged Starch & Quality Attributes of Wheat Flour
Hager Alfadl
Quality Control Engineer, Wheata Industrial Company (Sudan)

Grain Cleaning and Tempering - Key for Efficiency and Consistent Flour Quality
Micheal Albers
Head of Milling Solutions Training Center, Buhler AG (Switzerland)

The Application of Colour Sorting Machines in Wheat Milling
Gary Folk
Sales Manager, Satake Europe (United Kingdom)

Day 2: Wednesday, October 21, 2020

Moderator
Merzad Jamshidi
Chairman, IAOM MEA

The Mill Flowsheet Design - the Base for Milling Efficiency, Flow Yield and Quality
Martin Schlauri
Grain Milling Expert, Buhler AG (Switzerland)

Break Release - Method and Benefit
Stefan Lutz
Head of African Milling School, African Milling School (Kenya)

Correct Stretching Solution for Better Yield During Siftin
Cedric Muller
Global Industry Manager Milling, SEFAR AG (Switzerland)

Ash Curves & Understanding the Outcome
Peter Lloyd
Regional Technical Director, U.S. Wheat Associates, Inc. (Morocco)

Day 3: Thursday, October 22, 2020

Moderator
Peter Lloyd
Regional Technical Director, U.S. Wheat Associates, Inc. (Morocco)

Innovative Enzymes Technology for Wheat Flour
Salim Makhoul
Head of Sales & Marketing, Crown Flour Mills SAL (Lebanon)

Flour Blending & Mixing Solution with Online Control & Traceability - Create Value to Your Flour!
Peter Striegl
Head of Business Development, Buhler AG (Switzerland)

Premixes and Flour Mixing Plants
Milan Shah
Technical Director, Alapala (Turkey)

Whole Grain High Fiber Benefits Under COVID-19
Walter Von Reding
Director Business Unit Flour Ingredients, Bakels (Switzerland)

For more information and to register visit the IAOM MEA website, HERE.

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BinMaster’s compact non-contact radar with bluetooth setup

BinMaster's new line of compact non-contact radar aka 'CNCR' level sensors puts 80 GHz of precision to work measuring simple and aggressive liquids.

Small in stature, but big on features these sensors set up simply using bluetooth and the wireless device configurator app loaded on a smartphone or tablet. The app can also be used to diagnose and change display parameters once the sensor is installed from up to 80 feet away.

The sensors have zero dead zone, measuring up to the sensor face, making them very accurate and ideal for smaller vessels and simple applications. The CNCR's 80 GHz technology measures through plastic vessel walls or lids, allowing it to be mounted unobtrusively and easily without cutting a hole in the vessel. CNCR sensors measure reliably through foam, vapor, and steam. The CNCR is not affected by fluctuations in temperature or condensation. The sensor enclosures are molded of PVDF plastic and feature FKM seal materials for exceptional mechanical strength and chemical resistance.
 

These devices are offered with 2-wire 4-20 mA and 4-wire Modbus outputs. The CNCR sends measurement data to an HMI or PLC or to the BinView® web application or Binventory® software for viewing on a phone, tablet, or PLC. Level data can also be output to a digital panel meter or control console for local walk or drive up access.

The narrow beam angle is easily aimed to avoid obstructions or structure in the vessel that could interfere with performance. Mounting is simple using one of four galvanised steel mounting brackets or one of four mounting plates offered in 0, 5, 10, and 30-degree angles. Alternatively, BinMaster's swivel mount allows precise aiming with adjustability up to 40 degrees to perfectly point the sensor at the desired measurement location.

The CNCR-100 series wires quickly using a simple pigtail connection. There are four CNCR-100 models offered in measuring ranges from 26 to 98 feet for general use or with optional hazardous location approvals. Enclosures are weather-resistant for dust and water ingress and have IP66/IP68 ratings. The CNCR-200 series features three models that measure from 26 or 49 feet, with an optional LED display and push button controls. Great for basic liquid level applications in unclassified areas, the CNCR-200 sensors have IP66/IP67 NEMA Type 4X enclosure approvals and are often used to measure liquid levels through plastic tank walls or the lid of an IBC.

These compact sensors are exceptionally versatile for use in all types of food stuffs for humans or animals, taking on the challenges of translucent, opaque, or transparent materials such as beverages, oils, fats, and sauces. The CNCR can be used in oils and fuels and all types of mechanical fluids. It can be used in many types of chemicals, fertilizers, colorants, or adhesives stored in bulk storage tanks, industrial bulk containers (IBCs), or drums. The CNCR can take on most any type of water application from drinking or purified water, to municipal water and sewage treatment, and industrial water and wastewater vessels. In open air applications, the CNCR can be used for monitoring sewer overflows, basins, dams, rivers, and bridges.

Visit the Binmaster website, HERE.

 

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Livestock Taiwan Expo 2020 welcomes livestock communities via live and online exhibition

Informa Markets have announced that the fourth edition of Livestock Taiwan Expo and Forum will launch as scheduled from November 5-7th, 2020, at Hall 1, Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre. This year, the organiser has introduced four innovative initiatives: the introduction of Informa AllSecure Standard, the first-ever Livestock Taiwan online exhibition, digital product showroom and online business matchmaking system.

The aim is to keep all-important livestock industries connected with the cutting-edge technologies and assisting industry players to collaborate, sharing best practices and adopting cost-effective methods in growing their businesses face-to-face and digitally. This year, around 300 exhibitors will join both live and online exhibitions, and over 30,000 professional visitors are expected to be welcomed to the show.
 

Ms Sabine Liu, General Manager of Informa Markets Taiwan Branch, commented, “Livestock Taiwan Expo and Forum is one of the leading international livestock exhibitions run by Informa Markets. Every year, our show attracts many professional buyers from different countries, such as the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Malaysia, Vietnam and the Philippines etc. It is the best business platform for Taiwan companies to do business and connect with overseas markets. This year, due to the outbreak of COVID-19 and travel restriction, we have launched the first-ever online exhibition, digital product showroom and online matchmaking system which can facilitate the online trading and provide the flexibility for our international buyers and exhibitors.”

Informa Markets Taiwan Branch has launched the digital product showroom that visitors can browse the online product category and plan for the meetings before the show. Ms Liu stated that the live event will be run in accordance with Informa Markets AllSecure Standard, which is a set of practical measures to enhance the health & safety standards at our events after COVID-19.

Read more HERE.

 

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