Trion exhaust system cleans air in food processing environments

The Grease Viper, an industrial air cleaner from NC-based Trion Indoor Air Quality, removes grease, smoke, odor and other emissions from the air in industry cooking environments.

Tray-Pak packaging attains American Institute of Baking approval

Tray-Pak Corp., a Reading, PA-based company that provides custom thermoform packaging to baked good firms and other food producers, has attained a high achievement score from the American Institute of...

GGB provides food-grade bearings

GGB Bearing Technology offers a range of self-lubricating bearings suitable for use on food and beverage processing equipment.

‘Al-desko’ breakfast: Consumers want packaging innovation, says Mintel

The ‘al-desko’ breakfast trend has hit Britain and prompted consumer demands for re-sealable, easy to open cereal packs, says a Mintel analyst.

Constantia Flexibles aims for group globalization

Constantia Flexibles is targeting new growth potential especially in emerging markets as it bids to globalize the group.

SNACKING ON PACKAGING IDEAS WITH BOSCH

Retail-ready snack packaging: Bigger margins on smaller investments

Consumers and manufacturers want smaller snack packaging but with this trend comes the demand to be smarter and stronger, says Bosch.

Facts up Front labels now on 90% of foods in some categories, says GMA as it launches new educational website

‘Facts Up Front’ icons now appear on 9 out of 10 products in some categories, with penetration highest in cereals, beverages and dry goods, said the Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA)...

Researchers target acrylamide reduction in potato chips

Potato varieties, blanching times and frying temperatures can all affect acrylamide levels in potato chips, according to a study just published in the Journal of the Science of Food &...

Burton’s invests in real-time monitoring ‘first’ for biscuit industry

UK-based Burton’s Biscuit Company claims to be piloting the first real-time control room technology for the biscuit industry as part of major supply chain investments.

Ultrasonic cutting device boosts flexibility for bakery industry

Quasar Automation is designing an ultrasonic cutting device for a range of applications, including tray bake cutting and portioning, which it claims offers considerably more flexibility than previous systems. ...

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Constantia Flexibles boosts Asian presence

Constantia Flexibles has acquired a 60% stake in an Indian packaging company as part of its plan to expand in Asia.

NJ firm launches ‘world’s first low fat, low calorie, snack nuts’. But are they better for you?

A New Jersey-based firm is seeking to patent the process behind the ‘world’s first commercial low fat snack nuts’: nuts that have been pressed using a novel high-speed process that...

SNAXPO 2013: FROM THE FLOOR

Demand for fat, sodium and sugar testing in snacks mounts, specialist

There is more demand from snack makers to quantify ingredients with a bad name given new labeling requirements like front-of-pack nutrition panels, says a testing specialist.

Velcro seal pouches ensure ease of use for seniors and kids, says Infinium Printing

Flexible packaging converter Infinium Printing has partnered with Velcro to create easy to use and seal pouches for the US market that can be used for a broad range of...

New technology supports heat-sensitive nutrients in snacks and biscuits

Biosciences firm Carritech Research has developed a processing and formulation technology to manufacture snacks and biscuits with heat-sensitive nutrients and vitamins.

SNAXPO 2013: FROM THE FLOOR

V-Tech Engineering: Sanitation is number one R&D focus

Sanitation is the core focus of V-Tech Engineering's research and development (R&D) on bakery and snack manufacturing equipment, its president says.

SNAXPO 2013: AUDIO FROM THE FLOOR

Healthy ancient grains cause extrusion challenges in snacks, says Bühler

There are processing challenges for extruded snack manufacturers when developing healthier products with ancient grains, whole grains and fruit, says Bühler.

Packaging affects potato chip taste: Study

A new study, which reveals how potato chip packaging affects taste, will help brand owners tailor their products to consumer preference, says author Professor Charles Spence.

SNAXPO 2013: EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS

Consultants warn of risks associated with independent distribution

Three leading distribution experts warn bakery and snack manufacturers of the legal risks and challenges associated with independent contract distribution - the increasingly popular choice.

Cereplast wins patent for biodegradable nanopolymers

Cereplast can expand its eco-friendly packaging activities for customers including food processors, having secured a US patent for biodegradable nanopolymer compositions.

PFM delivers bespoke machine for Irish tortilla maker

Ireland’s The Flat Bread Company has diversified into the retail market thanks to an extra-wide flow wrapper designed specifically for the firm by Italian supplier PFM Packaging Machinery.

Food spray guns slash time and wastage for bakers, says KREBS Switzerland

Food spray guns for coating and glazing can reduce time and wastage for bakers, says developer KREBS Switzerland.

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ULMA launches flow pack wrapper with rotary jaws

ULMA Packaging has unveiled a horizontal flow pack wrapper (HFFS) for the bakery, confectionery and produce industry.

EnWave, partner to use drying technique to launch line of crunchy cheese snacks

EnWave Corp. the developer of a microwave/vacuum drying technique, has formed a 70/30 partnership with Lucid Capital Management to use the technology to manufacture and market a line of dried...