Weigh accurately with rigidity
Multivac will display a turnkey, end-to-end thermoforming packaging line that offers flexibility, ergonomics and precision.
Archives for March 21, 2014
New way to empty big bags of powder and particulates
An innovative station for emptying big bags of powders, particles and granulates safely and efficiently has been developed by Dinnissen Process Technology
Vitacress group axes 25 managers’ roles
Salad producer Vitacress will make about 25 management roles redundant in a company restructure, it has emerged.
Vacuum receiver for dilute phase conveying
Flexicon’s new vacuum receiver has a pneumatically-actuated dump valve for dilute phase pneumatic conveying systems.
Cloud-based software offers clear view of the supply chain
Retailers and manufacturers now have a ‘farm to fork’ view of the supply chain, which they can share with consumers, following the launch of a new cloud-based software system.
2 Sisters factory investment much needed
2 Sisters' multi-million pound factory investment in its Cavaghan & Gray factory will help to restore investment to the business, which had fallen to seriously low levels in recent years, said a leading analyst.
Rice firm aims to double turnover by 2016
Automation has helped to put Kohinoor’s rice profits in the bag, reports Nicholas Robinson
Distribution partnerships a growing trend
Distribution partnerships where retailers and food manufacturers share truck space with competitors will become a growing trend, predicts Roly Taplin, vice president of agrifood at DHL Supply Chain.
2 Sisters creates 90 new jobs in factory expansion plan
The 2 Sisters’ Food Group is to create 90 new jobs, as part of a multimillion pound expansion of its Cavaghan & Gray production site at Riverbank, Carlise.
Cut the chemicals in starch breakdown
A new alpha-amylase enzyme solution has been designed to lower pH during liquefaction and break down starch to create more dextrose. The result is claimed to be higher yields, plus chemical, water and energy savings that enable a starch processor to cut...
US food firm plots UK gluten-free market invasion
Simon Hazlett is taking Boulder Brands’ American dream to the UK’s free-from market, reports Nicholas Robinson
Weighing expertise for snacks
Highlights of Ishida new launches at Interpack include new multihead weighers for confectionery, snacks, granular products and fruit and vegetables; a new X-ray system capable of detecting small bones in meat and poultry; new weigher/bagmaker...
Brand-specific personalisation portal for digital-print cartons
Visitors to last month’s Ipex show in London were able to design their own personalised or short-run digitally printed cartons via a brand-specific portal, able to play either a business or consumer-facing role.
PET walks over breakable glass
Converter of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) Esterform Packaging is helping a number of retailers and brand owners with beverage and food packaging in a move away from breakable glass.
Ripen faster to boost profit
Cheesemakers can reduce ripening times on continental and Cheddar-type cheeses without negatively impacting shelf-life or quality by using Arla Foods Ingredients’ new natural milk protein.
Extend the scope for new product development
Baker Perkins will introduce innovations that enhance the production process and extend the scope for new product development in the confectionery, snack, biscuit and cereal sectors. Equipment exhibits will link to an Innovation Centre where visitors can...
Next generation of metal detectors
Loma Systems will present a range of metal detection, checkweighing and X-ray inspection systems for the food sector. Among three new systems to be unveiled at the show, will be the 'next generation' SureTune IQ3+ ST metal detectors.
Stand out and deliver more sales
Food packaging giant Tetra Pak has launched the Tetra Brik Aseptic 250 Base Crystal. Two crystal-shaped panels on the front side offer specifiers more graphic design possibilities, thus helping their products stand out on shelf.
Cut to the next generation of whitefish processing
Marel says its new FleXicut trimming robot is set to reshape the whitefish industry. Removing whitefish bones traditionally requires a lot of skilled labour so automation cuts labour costs and improves handling and yields.
Vitafoods offers perfect opportunity to network
Vitafoods is a chance to showcase new products, learn about market trends or network with potential suppliers and buyers, says Nicholas Robinson
Tulip to axe +200 jobs with closure of its Freshway site
Meat processor Tulip plans to axe 208 jobs at the Wolverhampton production site of its Freshway Chilled Foods business.
Foodex 2014
Food industry is ‘almost invisible’ to students
The food industry is “almost invisible” to students, warns a young person taking part in the Food Manufacture Group’s Big Video Debate on skills, to take place on Tuesday (March 25) at the Foodex show near Birmingham.
Budget 2014
Alcoholic drinks industry toasts chancellor’s budget
The alcoholic drinks industry is toasting the chancellor George Osborne after his Budget introduced key concessions, which will significant benefit the sector, it believes.
The 'Morrisons effect' hits UK retailers
Morrisons’ £176M loss for the year to February 2 - the latest in a series of lacklustre financial reports from the UK’s major supermarkets - has focused attention on Britain’s changing retail landscape.
Shelf-life extender cuts food waste
A UK manufacturer and supplier of functional fats and oils to the bakery sector has targeted food waste with the launch of a shelf-life extender.