Newer balances and scale often include internal test weights that can help reduce time spent on periodic testing with external weights. However, especially in regulated industries, internal weights and any subsequent adjustments cannot replace regular calibration services. If you have recently purchased a balance or scale with internal test weights, congratulations! This feature should significantly reduce the downtime required for regular testi...

Plant based food, healthy hedonism or snackification are just some of the food trends that are currently influencing the way we eat and what ends up on our dinner tables. Often, these trends spread q...

In the world of food safety where there is a plethora of standards, we have become accustomed to changes. New legislation, new audit requirements, changes to the GFSI benchmarked standard, changes to...

Do you know what you have to consider when assessing a pest control program? Food Focus has summarized eight tips on how to proceed when pest control actions are required. The following should be kep...

It is hard to imagine our everyday life without plastic. Due to its versatility, plastic is used almost everywhere. And that's exactly the problem, we produce far more plastic than we recycle. Through this behaviour we not only harm the environment, but also our health. A rethink is urgently needed. The Plastic Atlas 2019 presents the history of plastic consumption, reveals where the problems lie today and how these challenges can be overcome. B...

Working in a food manufacturing company can be a challenge when it comes to meeting requirements and achieving compliance. Preventive controls help to ensure food safety during the production. We hav...

It is well known that more plastic is produced than can be properly disposed of leading to extensive environmental problems. But that's not all: Microplastics have already found their way into our fo...

The food industry is regulated through a multitude of standards and legislation. Recent food safety incidents show the importance of these regulations. In our video, we have summarized the reasons wh...