Automation continues to reshape food manufacturing, with greater emphasis on predictive maintenance, connectivity and energy efficiency. At foodpro 2026, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry spoke with Nelson Chymiak, National Engineering Manager at Bürkert Australia, about the latest valve control technologies on display.
Among the highlights are Bürkert's new Type 869x control heads, making their Australian debut at foodpro, together with locally manufactured pneumatic control cabinets and an electromotive valve designed to eliminate the need for compressed air. Chymiak explains how the intelligent control heads provide real-time diagnostic information on valve condition, enabling preventative maintenance before failures occur, while the company's locally built valve-cluster solutions support the needs of Australian food processors.
Watch the video below to learn how Bürkert is helping manufacturers improve reliability, reduce maintenance and prepare for smarter, more connected production:
