Meat, poultry and seafood Software spotlight Labelling, coding and marking The next generation The next generation INTERNATIONALADVERTORIAL I n the food processing industry, foreign bodies are one of any professional’s worst nightmares when it comes to maintaining a hygienic and risk-management production area. And with BRCGS Food Safety Standard Issue 9 placing more emphasis on minimising all types of foreign-body contamination, food industry managers need to look at every way possible to reduce non- conformances. Whilst frequently overlooked, the humble pen can be a significant cause of contamination in any hygienic environment. How many times do you see a colleague chewing the end of a biro, sticking it behind their ear, dropping it on the floor and leaving it on their workstation to be used by others? Imagine the bacteria that is being picked up and shared around the work environment by that one pen. 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The DetectaPen ® is designed not to shatter or snap, reducing the risk of foreign body contaminination. All materials used in the construction of DetectaPens® boast extensive food contact approvals, adhering to the Contents March 2024 This magazine is now fully recyclable. By recycling magazines, you can help reduce waste and add to the 5.5 million tonnes of paper already recycled by the UK paper industry each year. Before you recycle your magazine, please ensure you remove all plastic wrapping, free gifts and samples. FoodandDrinkInternational @fdiforumwww.fdiforum.net company/fdiforum News 4 • General news • On line - production news • On the shelf - new products and initiatives Maxi Automation Q&A12 Food & Drink International catches up with Maxi Automation to learn more about its role as a leading industrial automation supplier helping manufacturers embrace automation and avoid unnecessary downtime. Import and export14 With new controls continuing to be introduced and concerns over trade deals, fresh impacts of Brexit are being felt. Belzona12 Decarbonising the food and drink manufacturing industry Software spotlight20 The food and drink industry has proven a fast adopter of AI but changing regulations and a severe lack of talent in the industry make widescale adoption tricky. Water treatment24 Water treatment is critical for preserving natural resources, and upholding the environmental and public health standards every compassionate food manufacturer prides themselves on. Labelling, coding and marking28 In times past labelling existed solely to inform consumers about the contents of a product, but as manufacturing has become more industrialised and as batches have risen ever higher, it has become one more tool in controlling the consistency of products and protecting the brand of a company. 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Anuga FoodTec 46 From 19 to 22 March 2024, Anuga FoodTec will show what levers food producers can apply to elevate their production processes to the next level of resource efficiency and product quality. IFE48 Taking place on the 25-27 March at ExCel in London, the show will see over 30,000 industry leaders arrive to network and do business. Events 50 Your chance to keep abreast of forthcoming exhibitions and food fairs from around the world. Classified 53 Food and Drink Diary 54Cargill and ENOUGH expand partnership Cargill and food tech leader ENOUGH are expanding their partnership to further innovate nutritious and sustainable alternative meat and dairy solutions. Cargill is investing in ENOUGH’s most recent (Series C) growth funding campaign and has signed a commercial agreement to use and market its fermented protein. ENOUGH uses a technology that enables large-scale sustainable protein production of its signature ABUNDA® mycoprotein. ABUNDA is grown by feeding fungi with sugars from sustainably sourced grain that is then fermented in a natural production process like making beer, wine or yogurt. ABUNDA is produced through a zero-waste fermentation process, with Cargill’s glucose syrup as a main source. Cargill and ENOUGH already have a multi-faceted partnership. ENOUGH’s first-of-its-kind 160,000 square foot production facility, built in 2022, is co-located alongside a Cargill facility in Sas van Gent, The Netherlands. With the expanded strategic partnership, Cargill will co-create with customers tasty and nutritious protein alternative foods containing ABUNDA mycoprotein by leveraging its broad portfolio of plant-based proteins, texturizers and fats, as well as its formulations and applications capabilities. 4 Food & Drink International www.fdiforum.net news Mylar Specialty Films, a leader in the production of differentiated polyester films, has unveiled its global rebranding initiative highlighted by a change in name from DuPont Teijin Films to Mylar Specialty Films. This change applies to all global operations and offices located in the US, Europe and Asia. The choice of the new company name reflects the heritage of the Mylar® brand which was introduced as the world’s first biaxially orientated PET film in the 1950’s. ”Proudly building on our 70-years of producing Mylar® polyester films, this rebranding is a salute to our history as well as signals our continued commitment to innovation and leadership in the market,” said Steve Gendreau, CEO of Mylar Specialty Films. “Mylar Specialty Films is poised to not only meet the evolving needs of our industry, but to also anticipate them and set industry standards with our commitment to excellence and to our customers worldwide.” For more information on the company please visit www.mylar.com Loma Systems ® to showcase innovative inspection technologies and conveyor solution at CFIA 2024 Loma Systems, a global leader in inspection technologies for food quality and safety, will be demonstrating its latest detection solutions at the CFIA, set to take place from 12-14 March 2024 at Parc des Expositions de Rennes, France. At this key industry event, Loma will highlight its innovative inspection technologies that are pivotal in enhancing food safety and production efficiency. Located in Hall 10, Stand G50, Loma’s stand will feature an array of advanced solutions, each designed to meet specific challenges within the food production sector. One of the stars of their display is the recently launched Loma Flex Conveyor System. This system represents a significant leap in production operations, offering the most adjustable conveyor solution for use with all LOMA IQ3 and IQ4 metal detection heads. Also on show will be the X5 Space Saver, another key product from Loma designed specifically for facilities where space is a constraint. Despite its compact footprint, this machine delivers the high- performance levels expected from Loma’s range, ensuring that space limitations do not impact the quality of inspection. © stock.adobe.com/ grinchh Tel: +44 (0)1707 331111 info@welwyntoolgroup.co.uk www.welwyntoolgroup.co.uk Hot Air delivered direct to the point of application HOTWINDMISTRALVULCAN Cargill buys two meat plants Cargill has invested in two processing facilities to expand its production and distribution of supermarket case-ready beef and pork to retailers in the Northeast part of the US. Cargill has purchased case-ready meat plants in North Kingstown, R.I., and Camp Hill, Penn. from Infinity Meat Solutions, subsidiaries of Ahold Delhaize USA. Cargill team members already staff both facilities, stemming from a long-term partnership with Ahold Delhaize USA companies to produce packaged ground beef and pork, muscle cuts and value-added products such as seasoned, marinated and breaded meats for the retailer’s U.S. grocery store brands. Cargill will continue to service Ahold Delhaize USA brands in the Northeast, while expanding its case-ready production and distribution capabilities from the two plants to additional retailers. © stock.adobe.com/ lado2016Asda changes beef mince packaging to save over 60 tonnes of plastic each year Asda is removing traditional plastic tray packaging across its Just Essentials beef mince range and is replacing it with a lighter and recyclable flexible plastic film alternative. The new packaging, which is now available in stores and online, contains 60% less plastic than previous version and is fully recyclable through Asda’s in-store collection points, which will help to remove 67.6 tonnes of plastic from Asda’s supply chain annually. The previous version of the packaging was used from May 2022 through to January 2024. The vacuum-pack method of packaging removes the oxygen which typically causes a product to eventually spoil meaning the product has a longer shelf life than before. Thanks to the new method the pack is smaller in size taking up less space in the fridge, whilst containing the same amount of beef mince as before the change. It’s the latest in a string of changes from the supermarket as it continues to head towards its target of 100% recyclable packaging by 2025. news Food & Drink International 5 www.fdiforum.net The Label Makers work with Dà Mhìle Distillery to redefine spirit branding The Label Makers has once again demonstrated unparalleled expertise in label design and production through their latest collaboration with Dà Mhìle, a Welsh distillery, for the launch of their Millennium Cask Reserve MM20 – a 20-year-old single-grain scotch whisky bottled by the distiller. The Label Makers and Dà Mhìle began working together in 2020, with a rebranding of Dà Mhìle’s gin range. The partnership gained momentum with the creation of the ‘Dark Skies’ rum label, leading to the development of the exquisite multilayered label for the new Millennium Cask Reserve. The Label Makers’ ability to translate complex designs into tangible art has been a cornerstone of this successful relationship. The whisky’s label, blending artistry with technical precision, showcases The Label Makers’ expertise in producing visually stunning and intricate labels. The research and development within the digital colour gamut made sure the spectrum of colours set the product apart on shelves. The addition of gold foiling and high-build spot varnish detailing were expertly handled by the company in collaboration with Seven Seren Design. AMP and AHS strengthen European sales teams with new appointments Driving strategic growth within the European market, leaders in material handling and processing equipment, Advanced Material Processing (AMP) and Automated Handling Solutions (AHS) have added three new regional managers to their European sales teams. With extensive experience as a pre-project engineer, sales manager for powder handling, and a project manager for liquid processes at a carton packaging company, Marc LeMeut will further develop the sales pipeline for AMP and AHS equipment and processes in France and Benelux. Covering Spain, Italy, Portugal, Cyprus and Malta, Jan Pohl’s background as a managing director for a German subsidiary in Spain and Portugal, coupled with his specialisation in the sales of high-tech solutions and automation, positions him as a key asset in understanding the South European markets. Bringing nearly two decades of B2B sales experience, Andrzej Maj will cover regions from Estonia to Croatia. Andrzej’s background in management and marketing, and passion for robotisation and automation, gives him a unique understanding of challenges production managers face. 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Predicting future growth in the area, PBNA built the new Lisbon warehouse to meet demand with maximum efficiency including enhanced energy efficiency. It boasts 95% new equipment including tractors, trailers, pallet jacks and forklifts which allow local employees to work efficiently, with the latest safety features and more energy efficiency. PBNA Lisbon also features the company’s Geo Box delivery system, which replaces traditional bay delivery trucks with specially designed trailers that are pre-loaded at the warehouse to deliver the right quantity and assortment of beverages to local retail customers in a more efficient and timely manner, which also reduces the number of vehicles, miles driven and ultimately fuel used. Image courtesy of Asda © stock.adobe.com/ monticelllloofi creates solar-powered cocoa bean warehouse at Port of Amsterdam olam food ingredients (ofi) and Commodity Centre Group (CCG) have partnered to create a cocoa bean warehouse terminal exclusively using green energy at the Port of Amsterdam in the Netherlands. ofi and CCG jointly achieved this by installing nearly 7,000 solar panels at the warehouse, which could lead to the reduction of 1,350 tons of CO2 per year. This is the equivalent of 67,500 trees absorbing carbon from the atmosphere and utilizes roof space in the region of two football pitches in size to maximize green energy usage. The company expects the warehouse to also be certified carbon-neutral in the future. The warehouse is critical for helping ofi deliver high-quality cocoa beans to its global confectionery brand customers. Using an innovative conveyor belt system, cocoa is directed into one of the 110 available pens, creating bulk micro lots managed by CCG. Not only does this enable greater segregation of beans to preserve their flavor, but it also helps maintain quality and traceability. First Milk snaps up BV Dairy First Milk has acquired BV Dairy, a manufacturer of specialist chilled dairy products based in Dorset. It services customers throughout England, Wales and Scotland, offering a comprehensive end-to-end solution to customers across food manufacturing and food service, as well as offering co-manufacturing to exciting growth markets such as the home meal solutions and gut health sectors, offering considerable opportunities for the future. Shelagh Hancock, Chief Executive of First Milk, said: “I am delighted to complete the acquisition of BV Dairy, a successful family-owned business, which shares many common values with First Milk – a focus on people and community, environmental performance, exceptional quality and long-term value creation. We look forward to welcoming the wider BV Dairy family into our First Milk family. “The BV Dairy business has strong customer relationships and a reputation for quality and service across food manufacture and food service. This provides a genuine extension to our business, extending our manufacturing and market reach, offering a platform for the further growth and development of our business.” 6 Food & Drink International www.fdiforum.net news The Compleat Food Group makes duo of acquisitions Nottingham-based The Compleat Food Group has sealed a duo of deals, acquiring SK Foods and Zorba Foods from The Entrepreneurial Food Group. The two food businesses are category leaders in private label chilled party foods and dips and deli fillings, with a combined turnover of over £160m and over 1,150 employees. Formed in 1987, Teesside-based SK Foods employs over 770 people and specialises in globally inspired party foods including Indian, Oriental, Tex Mex, Mediterranean, and Traditional British favourites. It holds around 40% of the market share for private label party foods outside of the Christmas period and became part of The Entrepreneurial Food Group in 1999. South Wales-based Zorba Foods was formed in 1976. Now employing nearly 380 people at its Gwent site, it started out creating authentic Greek houmous, before expanding to cover a range of Greek, Traditional, Tex Mex and Asian-inspired dips and sauces, alongside soups, for retail and foodservice. It holds around 25% share of the private label dips market and became part of the Entrepreneurial Food Group in 2003. Your product. Your label. A label is an important part of any packaging. It has a strong impact on the purchasing process of consumers by drawing attention to a product, either because of a special shape, structure or material, a certain colouring, photo-realistic printing or special metallic highlights. In addition, it contains plenty of information, such as ingredients and allergens, that can influence consumers to buy a product or look for an alternative. As part of the branding a label also reflects the specific attributes, features or benefits of a product. The international printing solution provider DTM Print offers a range of different colour label printers. One of them is the LX610e Color Label Printer with the unique feature to print and cut any label shape with just one device in seconds. It combines colour inkjet label printing with a built-in digital die-cutting mechanism. Besides an intuitive software LX610e offers additional advantages: * high-resolution colour inkjet printing, even on the fastest print speeds; * interchangeable dye or pigment inks, enabling the production of brilliant, full-colour prime labels with dye-based ink or highly durable labels against water and UV light with pigment ink; * low maintenance by utilising an ultra-high capacity single cyan ink cartridge; * a green footprint, with LX610e being an eco-friendly and sustainable with very low energy consumption, low weight made possible by using less material, non-toxic ink supplies as well as 100% recyclable components. 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Powerful Magnetic Systems Round Pipe Grates Pneumatic Magnetic Separators Trap Magnets GLOBAL LEADER IN SEPARATION TECHNOLOGIES Self-Cleaning Grate MagnetFood & Drink International 9 www.fdiforum.net Kraft Heinz partners with Carlton Power to deliver renewable green hydrogen project The Kraft Heinz Company has signed an agreement with Carlton Power, the UK energy infrastructure development company, to study the development of a renewable green hydrogen plant at its Kitt Green manufacturing plant in Wigan, Greater Manchester. Kitt Green is one of the largest food processing plants in Europe and one of the largest Kraft Heinz facilities in the world, producing a quarter of a million tons of food annually and employing approximately 850 people. The proposed 20MW Kitt Green hydrogen plant, the first to be taken forward by Kraft Heinz globally, will meet more than 50% of the plant’s annual natural gas demand and reduce the plant’s carbon emissions by 16000T/yr. The hydrogen will be produced by an electrolyser using electricity generated from sources of renewable energy, primarily wind and solar power. The Kitt Green project is the fifth green hydrogen project that Carlton Power is taking forward within the UK. news To advertise your services on the news pages contact us on 01472 310302 Dawn Foods acquires Royal Steensma Global bakery manufacturer and ingredients supplier Dawn Foods has acquired Royal Steensma, a family- owned bakery ingredients manufacturing company headquartered in Leeuwarden, The Netherlands. Royal Steensma has a broad bakery product portfolio and specializes in fat-based coatings (Souplesse), almond and confectionary pastes, bakery mixes, fruit fillings as well as infused and candied fruits and decorations. Royal Steensma has been a leader in the bakery market for almost 185 years. The acquisition includes four manufacturing plants in The Netherlands, a manufacturing facility in Thailand, and continued involvement with the Food Innovation Academy (FIA) education center in The Netherlands. “We are proud to welcome the team from Royal Steensma to Dawn and to build on our shared bakery knowledge and history of providing incredible products to bakers all around the world,” said Dawn Foods’ Chief Executive Officer, Carrie Jones-Barber. “The expansion of our manufacturing capabilities and product portfolio further strengthens our mission to provide customers with bakery solutions that truly inspire and help them achieve their business goals.” © stock.adobe.com/pavlofox © stock.adobe.com/okrasiukNext >