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Maxim has recently announced the launch of Energy + Restitution, a powdered drink to optimise fluid balance during exercise.

Mettler-Toledo Safeline, a supplier of metal detection and x-ray inspection solutions for the food and pharmaceutical industries, has launched the AdvanCheK Plus.

Imagine a coating that prevents dirt and stains adhering to it, making surfaces easy to clean and also actively reducing the growth of bacteria and biofilm development. Nano Hygiene Coatings believes it has something that achieves all of this.

RDA Organic has launched a range of organic 'fresh, functional superfruit' drinks that make bold health claims.

The beverage directory is now online and the print version will launch at SIAL 2008 in Paris.

AHD International, a distributor of new-to-market nutraceutical and functional food ingredients, has launched LuraLean – a condensed, water-soluble, dietary fibre formula designed to effectively help support weight loss.

Delamere Dairy, UK supplier of goats’ milk products, has introduced a new look and new lines to its award-winning range.

Michigan-based Old Orchard Brands has developed FruitSense, a low-calorie vitamin water that contains fruit juice concentrate packaged in a 64oz family pack container.

A co-operation between inventors and marketeers has resulted in a new can closure that can also be used for marketing purposes.

Vitiva has launched Ecocert-certified versions of its rosemary preservatives.

Pilgrims Choice, the number two Cheddar brand now worth £58.8m, is launching four speciality cheese products for the retail market this summer.

SmartSeal has launched a trademarked Spill-control Active Closure for non-carbonated beverages and flexible packaging.