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  • Cutting-edge protein screening tool a potential game-changer for food safety

    An EFSA working group has developed a mathematical model and an application to predict how gluten from food binds. Investigating the causes of celiac disease helped the group develop a tool for screening proteins in food and food ingredients that might cause symptoms in patients. According to the group, “the tool allows us to evaluate…


  • Sweet success as apple juice concentrate sales projected to hit bn by 2034

    According to market insights provided by Fact.MR, the global apple juice concentrate market is anticipated to reach a valuation of US$ 4.67 billion in 2024. The market is poised to witness a steady growth with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5% between 2024 and 2034. Apple juice concentrates, known for their versatility,…


  • Food industry urged to lay robust foundations for technology integration to enhance food safety

    The food industry has been warned that AI technology is no magic bullet to ensure food safety and that developing the right culture must be the first step. While AI presents opportunities to improve the overall efficiency within global food supply chains, LRQA believes that the industry needs to foster a culture in which food…


  • The KNIPEX range of tool cases and backpacks

    According to recent figures, the average distance travelled by construction workers to the site they are working on is 17 miles. Tradespeople often find themselves on the move across various job sites, meaning they need to transport their tools comfortably and securely. Recognising this, KNIPEX has developed a range of tool cases and backpacks which do the…


  • Trioworld to acquire Wentus

    On December 30, Trioworld Group signed an agreement to acquire the German company Wentus, a leading player in solutions for high-performance food-, consumer- and hygiene packaging, from Egeria Group. “We are very pleased and excited to welcome Wentus into the Trioworld group. The acquisition will give us the opportunity to grow an even stronger position…


  • Cracker Drinks Co. launches Lemon Grove

    The Cracker Drinks Co. has unveiled its latest premium drinks brand: Lemon Grove. Entering the market with three stand-out, all-natural flavour combinations: Cloudy Lemonade, Cloudy Lemonade with Peach and Basil and Cloudy Lemonade with Rhubarb, Lemon Grove lightly carbonated juice drinks are ideal for tempting tee-total customers that are looking for a new drinking experience,…


  • The world’s first work trousers with built-in, certified kneepads

    Snickers Workwear has been inventing and reinventing work trousers with kneepads since 1975. Renowned for continual innovation, the process continues with the launch of the world’s first built-in, certified kneepads which are completely integrated into a pair of Snickers Workwear’s premium stretch work trousers. The unique AllroundWork, Stretch Trousers with Capsulized Kneepads and Holster Pockets…


  • 2024 predictions: Five development opportunities within the trade industry

    2023 was a challenging year for the economy and the construction industry. Activity has fallen for the third consecutive month due to insufficient new work to replace completed projects. Factors such as the high cost of raw materials, interest rates, and a lack of skilled workers have had a massive impact, with November being the second-lowest…


  • High shear mixing for food applications

    For over 75 years, Silverson Machines has been supplying customers large and small across the world with high-shear mixing equipment. In our cover story this month, we explore some of the mixing tasks Silverson mixers can be used for and how this can be advantageous to manufacturers in the food industry. With its extensive knowledge…


  • How standardisation for data centres can reduce costs

    The worldwide data centre market is experiencing explosive year-on-year growth as our reliance on remote working, computer apps, and the Internet of Things increases at a staggering rate.  Join experts from the HARTING Technology Group, Delta Energy Systems and ZVK GmbH on Wednesday, 17 January 2024, for an informative live webinar looking at how standardisation…