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What is a DOP Closure and how do you apply it to an Olive Oil glass bottle? Once the olive oil has been filled into the bottle you can see the video on how to apply.
This video shows how a DOP closure can be applied to the olive oil bottle. The non-refillable DOP snap closure once fitted is not removable. The DOP is considered safe, hygienic and very easy to apply even without the need for machinery. One pressure application can have the DOP applied to the bottle and is ready to remove the tamper-evident seal and pour the olive oil directly from the bottle.
The non-refillable system is a new type that can be seen across Europe without the need for applying the thread to the bottle.
The F3020 Electrocoup Electric Pruner
INFACO is proud to present the latest, most technologically advanced electric shears on the market.
The Electrocoup F3020 offers a technologically advanced secateur packed with a multitude of features.
The F3020 Electrocoup weighs less and is more compact which offers improved efficiency and faster-cutting speed, making the new generation F3020 a total advancement in features. The separate battery and shear design ensures the handpiece has minimal weight maximising ergonomics, reducing fatigue, and providing a streamlined efficient day of pruning.
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The Electrocoup F3020 pruners are now fitted with some of the most hi-tech and powerful microcontrollers in the market that are used in mobile phones and computer technology. This technology results in improved user function and innovation enabling more data to be compiled and analyzed by the pruning shear to improve the F3020 performance.
Progressive Blade Advance at Full Speed (+15% vs F3015)
The Standard mode is for experienced users and for those who are willing to take full advantage of the tool's increased cutting speed capabilities.
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Progressive Blade Advance is at a slightly reduced speed
The Soft Mode is for users who prefer a slower cutting speed or beginners who are new to the trade. Same speed as the previous model F3015. (refer to the video to see soft mode in operation).
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The new patented shear holder provides the cutting head protection and storage in just two actions.
Available for Standard and Medium heads.
** Fitted with Quick Lock-Unlock
The removable accessory holder is included with your F3020 kit and allows you to store your smartphone within hands-reach.
A large zipped central pocket guarantees safe storage of sharpening stone, burnishing tools etc.
The Electrocoup F3020's new Cobalt L100B Lithium-ion battery weighs just 698 grams compared to 810 grams from the F3015. Its voltage is now 36 Volts as compared to the 48 Volts*** on the old F3015 model. However, the 48v battery from previous units is compatible with the new F3020. We can offer an optional 48v battery if you would like to make your previous units cross-compatible.
Its sleek design and small footprint will give you a day of pruning without recharging. With its versatile carrying system, the F3020 battery can be easily slipped into the user's pocket or clipped to a belt, giving the user an effortless pruning experience.
Battery used with Shoulder Straps and Waist Belt
Battery Used with Waistbelt Only
Battery Clipped on to Trousers
How long does it take to charge the battery?
The new F3020 Chargers are designed to charge the battery up in 2hrs. Similar to its predecessor, the new charger enables the battery to be charged up to 90% in 1.5Hrs and full charge is achieved in 2Hrs.
Can the battery remain on the vest while charging?
The new connector plug allows for the battery to charged up while on the vest making it more practical and easier to use.
How does the Battery Sleep Mode work?
The "Sleep Function" on the charger helps the battery fall in to an extended storage state thus optimizing its storage life. Recharging the battery is no longer required during the off-season. Just press the sleep button once after the pruning season and it does its thing for the next few hours. Once the sleep process is complete, the battery can be stored in its case in a cool, dry place until the following season.
Infaco, the manufacturers of the Electrocoups, have always prioritized user safety over the years. A true pioneer in technology, the company has continually invested time and resources in order to ensure an innovative and safe experience for its users operating the Electrocoups. Today, the all-new Electrocoup F3020 come fitted with the wireless DSES system and is a standard feature on all units.
The Wireless DSES system comprises of a conductive metal trigger enabling a connection between the users body and the pruner's patented electronic system. While operating, if and when the cutting head touches any part of the opposite hand, the pruning shear blade opens instantly thereby preventing accidents.
The Wireless DSES system operates in direct contact with the skin. However, each individual has their own level of conductivity. In order achieve a continuous level of high conductivity and better protection, INFACO recommends the use of its special conductive gloves.
The Wireless DSES system may sometime trigger unintended opens on damp wood, sappy wood or when close to the ground. To prevent this from happening users now have the option of turning OFF & ON the DSES feature when required using the settings button.
Contrary to the wireless system, the wired DSES option requires the user to wear the conductive glove that is physically connected to the handpiece by a power supply cable. The wired DSES system provides the user the same protection while reducing unintentional opening of the blade because of damp or sappy wood.
Similar to its most recent predecessors, Electrocoups remain the only shears in the world with 3 interchangeable heads with adjustable blade opening and DSES safety systems. One of the tool's main assets is its versatility to use multiple cutting heads. With the options of the Standard Kit, Medium Kit or the Maxi Kit, users can easily swap the heads over in under 5 mins to meet the demands of the cutting application. Kits are optional and not part of the standard kit. Please ask for details.
Ideal for pruning grapevines and orchard pruning. This kit achieves the highest results for cutting rate and power.
Designed especially for fruit growers, forestry, and landscaping. This kit offers a higher cutting capacity while maintaining speed for relevant applications.
Perfect for cutting back vines, shaping fruit trees, and tree lopping. This kit with a single-piece blade-rack combo will give unrivaled cutting capacity.
Infaco's design engineers have completely revolutionized the pole system by creating an ergonomic and innovative solution. There are 2 different kinds of pole options available with this new model. First option is the pole can be connected to the battery through a cord and the second option is the battery can be plugged in at the bottom of the pole. Both options have the cord on the sliding handle eliminated and replaced by a more advanced wireless Bluetooth technology making it easy and convenient to use.
Pole size options in the image to right.
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Extension Pole with Wired Battery Connection
Extension Pole with Plug In Battery
*** Battery not included with Pole
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Regular blade sharpening reduces the cutting force exerted on the motor of the Electrocoup and also helps to reduce motor stress. Infaco recommends the use of the optional electric sharpener to help keep the blade profile sharp. Thanks to its 3-pin connector plug, the A48V3 electric sharpener is now compatible with the Electrocoup F3005, F3010, F3015, and F3020 batteries. It saves significant time on daily sharpening and maintains a good cutting profile on the blade.
See video at 1:02 for the A48V3 Electric Sharpener in action.
The new tungsten carbide burnisher helps maintain a good cutting edge on the blade. A sharp blade guarantees a good clean cut and reduces the risk of spreading wood diseases. In addition to 2 recommended daily sharpening sessions with the stone, it is also advised to use the new Carbide Burnisher to maintain a sharp edge on the blade for a good clean cut.
With latest innovations in wireless connectivity, the Electrocoup F3020 pruning shears can be connected to the newly designed INFACO mobile app (available exclusively on Android and iOS compatible smartphones) through the Bluetooth Control Box.
The app provides a wide array of features that assists Electrocoup users in day to day operations:
The app also allows users (without the Bluetooth Control Box)
CONSUMER EDUCATION
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is often hailed as a “liquid gold” in kitchens around the world – a term famously used by the ancient Greek poet Homer. For Australians, EVOO is more than just an ingredient; it’s a heart-healthy cooking staple and a link to centuries of Mediterranean tradition. This guide will explain exactly what EVOO is and how it differs from other olive oils, how it’s produced (from grove to bottle), its science-backed health benefits, and the many ways you can use it – both in your cooking and beyond. Along the way, we’ll share some interesting facts that highlight why this oil has been prized since antiquity. Let’s dive in!
By contrast, other grades of olive oil are lower in quality or more processed:
In summary, EVOO stands apart from other olive oils because it’s unrefined, of top sensory quality, and packed with natural compounds. If you drizzle a good EVOO on a salad or taste it on a spoon, you’ll notice a bright, complex flavour – something you won’t get from the flat, one-note taste of refined “olive oil” blends.
EVOO’s journey from tree to bottle is a fascinating combination of ancient tradition and modern food science. It all starts in the olive groves. Olives destined for high-quality EVOO are often hand-picked or gently shaken off trees (modern farms may use mechanical harvesters that vibrate the trunks or use catching frames). The timing of harvest is crucial: early in the season, when olives are green to purplish, they yield less oil, but it’s very rich in flavour and antioxidants; later harvest (ripe black olives) yields more oil but with mellower taste. Many premium Australian producers, much like those in the Mediterranean, opt for early harvest to maximise quality.
Once picked, speed is key – olives are quickly transported to the mill, because freshly harvested olives start to oxidise and ferment if they sit too long. Ideally, olives are pressed within 24 hours of harvest to prevent quality loss. At the mill, the olives are washed to remove leaves and dust, then crushed (pits and all) by either traditional stone mills or modern steel crushers. This creates an olive paste, which is then gently malaxed (slowly churned) for 20–45 minutes. Malaxation allows tiny oil droplets to coalesce, but it’s done under strict temperature control – this is where the term “cold-pressed” or “cold extraction” comes in. To qualify as cold-pressed, no heat above 27 °C is applied during extraction. Keeping the paste cool preserves aromatic compounds and nutrients; higher temperatures could extract a bit more oil, but at the cost of flavour and antioxidants. Australian and European producers alike adhere to this, as heat can reduce EVOO’s polyphenols and vitamin E (and increase oxidation)
A Roman-era olive oil press in Capernaum, Israel. Ancient presses used large millstones to crush olives, and the oil was separated by gravity. Today, modern cold-pressing uses centrifuge extractors, but the goal remains the same – to physically squeeze oil from olives without chemicals or high heat, preserving quality. (photograph of a Roman-era olive mill in Capernaum)
After malaxation, the paste is pressed or, more commonly, centrifuged. Modern mills use a decanter centrifuge, which rapidly spins the olive paste to separate oil from water and olive solids. The result is fresh olive oil (plus some vegetable water). The oil may then be filtered or simply left to settle so that tiny particles and moisture drop out over time. Some artisan oils are unfiltered, yielding a cloudy appearance, but most commercial EVOOs are filtered for clarity and stability. Finally, the oil is stored in stainless steel tanks (ideally with minimal air exposure) and later bottled.
Throughout production, maintaining quality is paramount. At no point are solvents or refining used – EVOO is purely a natural juice. This careful process explains why EVOO is more expensive than generic cooking oil: it takes a lot of olives and care to produce. In fact, it typically takes around 4 to 6 kilograms of olives to cold-extract just 1 litre of EVOO (for some early harvest oils, even more). That represents roughly 8000–10,000 individual olives in each litre of premium oil! Such figures help us appreciate the effort and agricultural value inside each bottle of EVOO.
Australian EVOO note: Australia may be far from the Mediterranean, but it has a burgeoning olive oil industry of its own. Olives were first brought to Australia in the 1800s, and the industry remained small until a boom in the late 20th century. The Australian olive industry is over 150 years old, but it has expanded rapidly across all mainland states in recent decades. Today, Australia produces high-quality EVOOs, particularly in regions with Mediterranean-like climates (such as parts of South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia). Aussie EVOOs often win awards for their robust flavours and purity, thanks to modern farming and milling techniques. So when you shop, know that some EVOO on the shelf – in addition to imports from Italy, Spain, Greece, etc. – is grown and pressed right here in Australia.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil isn’t just a tasty fat – it’s exceptionally good for you. Its health benefits are backed by a wealth of scientific research and have even been recognised by international health authorities. Here are some of the top evidence-based benefits:
Lastly, remember that EVOO is a fat and thus calorie-dense, so use it in place of other fats rather than simply adding on (to balance overall energy intake). But as fats go, EVOO is about the best you can choose for your health. It’s no surprise the Australian Dietary Guidelines and Heart Foundation include olive oil as a core part of a healthy eating pattern, encouraging people to swap butter and animal fats for olive or other plant oils. EVOO isn’t a miracle cure-all, but it is a potent, natural contributor to wellness – and a delicious one at that!
One of the beauties of EVOO is its culinary versatility. You can use it raw, you can cook with it, you can even bake with it. Here are some popular ways to integrate EVOO into your daily diet, along with tips particularly suited for Australian kitchens:
Drizzling extra virgin olive oil over a salad of avocado, tomato, and greens. Incorporating EVOO into daily meals can be as simple as using it to dress salads, dip bread, or finish cooked dishes – adding both flavor and healthy fats to the Australian diet.
Quick recipe ideas:
Olive oil’s usefulness goes far beyond food. Throughout history, olive oil has been used in daily life in myriad ways – and many of these uses are still relevant or just plain handy today. Here are some nonculinary applications of olive oil:
As you can see, a bottle of olive oil in the cupboard can double as a mini home remedy kit! One caveat: for non-food uses, you don’t necessarily need to use your finest extra virgin oil – a basic grade or older bottle that you don’t want to cook with can find a second life polishing your coffee table or deep-conditioning your hair. Food-grade olive oil for beauty and home use means you’re avoiding the petrochemicals found in some commercial products, which is a win for those with sensitive skin or who prefer eco-friendly options.
To round out our EVOO guide, here are some fun facts and bits of trivia that make olive oil even more fascinating:
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is truly a kitchen all-star – it elevates our food and supports our health. We’ve learned that EVOO differs from lesser olive oils in quality and production, coming straight from fresh olives without chemicals or refining. We’ve seen how it’s made, preserving its sensory and nutritional treasures. Science shows that incorporating EVOO into your diet can benefit your heart, reduce inflammation, and even help you enjoy your veggies more (because they taste better with a good drizzle!). And beyond cooking, olive oil proves its worth in our beauty routines and households.
For Australian consumers, the message is embrace EVOO: use it in your salad dressings, swap it for butter when you can, try it in new recipes – both traditional Mediterranean dishes and local Aussie favourites. With Australian olive oil production on the rise, you might even explore home-grown EVOOs, which can be world-class. Remember to store it well, use it generously but mindfully, and appreciate the story behind it – from ancient olive groves to your dinner table.
In summary, Extra Virgin Olive Oil is more than an ingredient; it’s a lifestyle choice towards better eating and living. So go ahead – enjoy that splash of liquid gold in your meals every day, and taste the difference it makes!
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