Process industries

Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection’s the release of ProdX 2.7, the latest update to its data management software for product inspection. ProdX software is designed to save manufacturers time and money by automating essential quality control processes. It monitors, reports and collates all product inspection activities in real-time, helping manufacturers support regulatory compliance and protect their brand through…

Markem-Imaje has launched a comprehensive array of digital, remote and on-site hardware services to further empower its customer base’s production performance and uptime. This new portfolio of post-sales maintenance packages is tailored according to user needs and designed to satisfy Industry 4.0 demands for increased customization and reduced downtime through 24/7 remote digital assistance. “Markem-Imaje…

Promtek has helped a market-leading baked goods and mixes specialist up its game by improving productivity and bringing its process control systems and production lines fully up to date. The UK manufacturer of baked goods and mixes based in the Midlands has over 100 years of expertise in flagship baked products and ingredients is one…

A plant-based manufacturer has struck a major partnership with Britain’s biggest food wholesaler – just months after its first burgers rolled off the production line. Myco’s “game changing” deal will see Brakes supply the North Yorkshire company’s Hooba range in a move that will dramatically increase the product’s visibility. Created using vertically farmed oyster mushrooms…

The European Union has launched the “European Rice” campaign, an EU-funded initiative designed to promote the diverse benefits, sustainability, and culinary versatility of European rice, particularly Japonica rice. The short and medium-grain variety constitutes approximately 75% of EU rice production and serves as a staple in Mediterranean cuisine. The campaign aims to increase the global…

Ohly will inaugurate a new spray drying tower and cutting-edge fermentation facility in Hamburg next year. With their investment in these new production facilities, Ohly and Associated British Foods say the move reinforces their long-standing commitment to the city and make critical progress on their journey towards decarbonisation and a more sustainable future. New fermentation…

Lena Lu Donuts will open its first two UK locations in Primark stores at Lakeside and Watford this October. Lakeside Lena Lu opened on Monday 14th October and Watford Lena Lu will follow one week later on Monday 21st October. Lena Lu Donuts is an experiential doughnut bar which originated in Australia, created by entrepreneur…

With the arrival of the peak shopping season, including major events like Black Friday, Halloween, and Christmas, UK supply chains are bracing for a surge in consumer demand. For UK bakers such as Warburtons, Hovis, and Allied Bakeries, this period presents challenges, especially in ensuring the return of essential returnable transit packaging (RTP), such as…