Food and beverage

Developed for ultra-high precision in the micron range, Sick’s compact OD7000 displacement sensor reliably measures tiny distances in consumer goods and packaging applications cost-effectively. Comprising a separate controller and sensor head that are both extremely compact, the OD7000 is purpose-built to fit into the tightest machine spaces. The Sick OD7000 is a 1D laser distance…

Consumers will be be wowed on so many levels by the new super drink – Wow Cacao. It’s super… super tasty, super hydrating, super healthy and super sustainable too. But the best bit? It’s made from the Cacao fruit, where we get the beans for making chocolate. According to the makers, each bottle of Wow…

Independent soft drinks and mixers brand, Franklin & Sons, is launching a new-to-market product format across all UK Red Engine sites, the team behind Flight Club and Electric Shuffle. Franklin & Sons has been working on producing a 200ml can for its Premium Indian & Premium Light Tonic to support the company with its sustainability…

TNA solutions has revealed its latest innovation in french fries processing, delivering greater efficiency, flexibility and consistency. The new tna conti cut hydro cutting system, with cutting-edge ‘switcher’ technology, was unveiled at TNA solutions’ stand (Hall 10.1 | Stand E068) at Anuga FoodTec 2024. Visitors to the stand from now until 22 March can view…

Sensient Flavors & Extracts has developed SmokeLess Smoke, a range of natural, clean-label flavours covering the full palate of the most popular smoky flavour notes desired in gourmet culinary products. In response to the European Food Safety Authority’s recent evaluations of primary smoke condensates and smoke flavourings, and the looming expiration of the use authorisation…

Archroma launches Cartaseal OGB F10, a PFAS-free barrier coating for oil and grease applications. (Photo: Archroma) Posted: 19 March 2024 Share this page Archroma has announced the launch of its Cartaseal portfolio, Cartaseal OGB F10, a water-based oil and grease resistant barrier coating that enables papermakers to provide high-quality and sustainable packaging. The global leader…

Pork Farms has entered the meat snacking category for the first time with four new products. Pork Farms’ Pork Meatballs, Maple Bacon, Frankfurters and Bratwurst have launched into major retailers and C&I this month, offering consumers a range of ready to eat snacks that can also be eaten hot as part of a variety of…

Ishida has developed high-speed x-ray for flow wrapped packs, overcoming the challenge of carrying out comprehensive foreign body and quality checks on small lightweight flow wrapped confectionery and bakery packs on high-speed packing lines. Ishida’s latest X-ray inspection system, the new Ishida IX-EN-2493-Compact combines an ultra-compact design, which can fit easily into existing lines, with…

A pioneering UKRI-funded project to investigate gene editing in potatoes has been announced, with a UK-based research team set to be led by bioinformatic experts at R&D company B-hive Innovations. Funded as part of UKRI’s National Engineering Biology Programme, the TuberGene project aims to harness the power of gene editing through precision breeding approaches to address supply…

Melt&Marble, a Swedish precision fermentation company, has announced its move to a new headquarters in Gothenburg, featuring precision fermentation innovation facilities, including state-of-the-art molecular biology and microbiology labs, bioreactors up to pilot scale, and a food application test kitchen. The facilities will accelerate development of Melt&Marble’s designer fat ingredients, marking an important milestone for the…