Process industries

Lamb Weston has announced the debut of its newest product, Frenzy Fries, in a move that redefines the traditional fry and help operators stand out in a congested UK market. The 3-sided, skin-on fries were developed to help operators create a point of difference, and satisfy a growing demand for sensory dining experiences and sustainably-minded,…

Image: Shutterstock/Andrey_Popov Posted: 20 March 2025 Share this page New guidance providing clear technical definitions related to authenticity and fraud in feed and food products has been published, with the aim of enabling a more transparent and trustworthy food system that will benefit consumer safety. The guidance, published by BSI in its capacity as the…

DTM Print has unveiled the new PL400e Pouch Labeller, an advanced semi-automatic labelling machine that is engineered to provide businesses with a fast and reliable solution for applying labels to unfilled pouches, envelopes and flat bags with precision and ease. With its user-friendly design, the PL400e streamlines the labelling process, allowing operators to set up…

dsm-firmenich has introduced new coagulant enzymes to revolutionise the cheese-making process. With a single solution, MaxirenEvo assists cheesemakers in overcoming contemporary obstacles such as the need for improved texture, changing quality standards, and sliceability issues. MaxirenEvo is engineered with fermentation technology and targets alpha s-1 (αs1) casein via a highly specific mode of action to…

In view of increasing demand for PFAS testing services, TÜV Rheinland is expanding its testing capacities worldwide. Image: TÜV Rheinland Posted: 20 March 2025 Share this page TÜV Rheinland is expanding its testing capacity worldwide to meet the growing global demand for testing services for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The testing services provider has…

KP Snacks is adding a daring new Smoky Bacon taste to its well-known Hula Hoops line in a reduced plastic outer sleeve that is being rolled out across existing Hula Hoops core 6-pack multipacks, removing 24 tonnes of packaging annually. Inspired by the taste of grilled bacon, the launch balances a smoky flavour with the…

A partnership between Smithy Mushrooms and AMPYR Distributed Energy has helped the producer reduce utility spend, secure energy supply and cut carbon emissions. The installation of a 224kW rooftop solar array at Smithy Mushrooms’ Lancashire production facility was completed in just a matter of weeks, and the site is now benefiting from clean, green, behind-the-meter…

ACI Group is expanding its plant-based protein offerings, introducing a versatile new range of pea, soy, and wheat proteins and a plant-based protein concentrate blend. The new product line aims to meet the growing demand for sustainable, high-quality proteins, providing solutions that suit a variety of applications – from protein bars to meat replacements and…

Featuring clear PET and including 35% rPET, the bottles have a new mico-perforated sleeve with clear instructions for consumers to remove before being put into a recycling bin. Each bottle now also has an attached cap, enabling the PET bottle and cap to be easily sorted and recycled and to help minimise littering. “Our ambition…

European-style fruit-led beer has become so popular in the UK that it has become Britain’s fastest growing beer trend. Demand for these lighter thirst-quenching beers, which have a typical strength of around 4% ABV, is rocketing so much that Tesco has seen sales volume grow by 250 per cent in the last year. These fruity…