technology
Precision Roll Grinders equipment marks 50th anniversary
US-based Precision Roll Grinders (PRG) is celebrating its 50th anniversary for its cylindrical roll grinds, which are widely used across industries including the processing operations within the confectionery sector.
Rise of the machines poses challenges and opportunities
The results of a survey released this week revealing a third of UK manufacturers expect lower-skilled job losses over the next five years due to growing automation is perhaps hardly surprising.
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Bühler UK achieves seventh Queen’s Award with its sorting technology
Development teams within Bühler UK have been in celebratory mood after the business claimed a Queen’s Award for Enterprise, recognising its pioneering research into camera technology used within industry sorting machines.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Sustainability
Preparations for the European Cocoa Forum are fast taking shape
Industry technology and sustainable cocoa sourcing will be two of the major themes for this year’s European Cocoa Forum taking place in Lisbon, Portugal, between 17-19 September
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Regulatory, Sustainability
Bosch delivers next generation flow wrapper targeting Europe and Asian markets
German-based Bosch Packaging Technology has launched its latest generation of flow wrappers designed for European and Asian markets – the Pack 403.
VideoJet’s Scan2Run feature expands printer capabilities
Videojet Technologies, a coding, marking and printing solutions provider, has introduced an optional Scan2Run functionality for its Videojet 1860 continuous inkjet (CIJ) printer.
Baker Perkins’ wirecut machine awarded patent
Baker Perkins has had its new servo-driven mechanism for wirecut machines recognised with a patent, thanks to its unique design features and functionality.
Technology development vital for Middle East food manufacturing
The future of the GCC’s food manufacturing sector, including its confectionery and bakery segments, lies in the readiness of its key players to embrace new technology and deliver competitive advantage, according to a leading global leader in organic and natural products.
Riding the wave of confectionery equipment digitalisation
Daisy Phillipson dives into Industry 4.0 and the technologies leading the way for the digitalisation of the confectionery sector.
Business news, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
Gerhard Schubert expands range with lightline packaging options
Having spent nearly two years as managing director of sales, service and marketing at German-based packaging specialists Gerhard Schubert, Marcel Kiessling believes the company is in a strong position. Neill Barston speaks to him about an eventful 2018
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Mecatherm celebrates accolade for oven equipment at this year’s iba
French-based manufacturer Mecatherm is celebrating after its latest M-TA tunnel oven used within snacks production has claimed IBA Award, at the iba international trade fair for bakery and confectionery.
iba attracts a wealth of global confectionery and bakery innovations
An array of colourful bakery and confectionery, creative solutions and key equipment developments formed the major elements of the latest iba event in Germany. Neill Barston reports
Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability
September 2018
Equipment: Bakery technology; Safety and hygiene Ingredients: Gelling agents, Packaging: Printing and branding, Product focus: Artisan products, Show issue: IBA (15-20 September); Pack Expo.
GSR expands its Italian cocoa press series
Though competition within the confectionery equipment market remains strong, Italy’s GSR Cocoa Machinery has stuck to its founding principles of focusing on quality and durability to deliver its latest range of cocoa presses. Neill Barston reports on its ongoing development
Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability