Have you ever wondered if your plants were dry and dehydrated, or if you’re not watering them enough? Farmers and green-fingered enthusiasts alike may soon have a way to find this out in real-time. Over the past decade, researchers have been working on sensors to detect a wide range of chemical compounds, and a critical bottleneck has been developing sensors that can be used within living biological systems. This is all set to change with new sensors by the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research … [Read more...] about SMART researchers pioneer method to detect dehydration in plants
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ZSK extruder at Tetra: Control system upgrade in record time
ZSK extruder control retrofit increases productivity and efficiency Coperion has successfully modernized the entire control system of a ZSK production extruder at Tetra, the leading manufacturer worldwide of fish food and water conditioners, within just a few weeks' time. The ZSK extruder, which has been operating at high capacity for over 30 years, producing various types of fish food pellets, has been upgraded with a new control unit and main drive. This retrofit updates the entire … [Read more...] about ZSK extruder at Tetra: Control system upgrade in record time
Cargill transforms Singapore Innovation Center to meet evolving Asian food consumption needs
Supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board and Enterprise Singapore, the refurbishment will enable Cargill to serve the booming foodservice sector and demand for indulgent foods. To advance innovation and further contribute to Asia’s vibrant food ecosystem, Cargill is bolstering the capabilities of its Singapore Innovation Center, supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and Enterprise Singapore. Expected to be completed by early 2025, the … [Read more...] about Cargill transforms Singapore Innovation Center to meet evolving Asian food consumption needs
