According to recent research over 60% of global consumers expressed a desire to improve their eating habits throughout 2024, with the focus shifting to products that offer functional health benefits such as immunity and digestive health support. The study also revealed that 30% of consumers are willing to pay more for healthier food and beverage […]
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Four of the UK’s leading food and drink experts have shared their insights into the key trends that will be tantalising consumer palates in 2025. From functional foods and improved quality in low and no beverages, to undiscovered European flavours, eco-consumption and the continued growth of the organic sector; the year ahead promises to redefine […]
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In an era where sustainability is not just a goal but a necessity, the packaging industry is at the forefront of a transformative shift. As global environmental challenges intensify, packaging professionals are rethinking every aspect of the product lifecycle, from raw materials to disposal, with an emphasis on reducing carbon footprints, improving recyclability, and embracing […]
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Most consumers believe that food and beverage manufacturers should declare if a product has been made with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI), new research shows. In a survey commissioned by Ingredient Communications and conducted by SurveyGoo, 83% of respondents agreed that companies should declare on a product’s label if it has been designed or […]
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Thermocouples are widely used in temperature measurement across various industries, from manufacturing to research laboratories. However, with a myriad of options available, choosing the right thermocouple for your application can be daunting. To help you make an informed decision, here are seven factors to consider when selecting a thermocouple: Temperature Range: The temperature range of […]
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Commentator(s): Aled Patchett, Managing Director, Head of Consumer and Retail for Lloyds Banking Group What is your vision for the role financial institutions can play in promoting sustainability within UK agriculture, particularly for the food and drink manufacturing sector? Lloyds Banking Group is the leading financier of agriculture, representing almost a third of all lending […]
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A recent article in one of the country’s biggest national publications has highlighted the complexities of recycling in the UK, suggesting that over one billion items that could be reused end up in landfill due to lingering consumer confusion over what materials can and cannot be effectively recycled. While this raises important points about the […]
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Failing to repair a subsurface crack in a steel container can lead to several serious consequences, primarily due to the crack’s potential to propagate under stress. Here are some key outcomes: CONTAMINATION OF PRODUCT Surface cracks and subsurface porosities can act as entry points for contaminants. For containers holding sensitive or sterile materials, this can […]
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Titan Enterprises offers a range of high-performance flowmeters in food grade materials where both food hygiene and precision flow measurement are required. Flow measurement is a critical tool for food and beverage manufacturers, the industry having a diverse range of processes that require the precise control of liquid flow rates. Production processes including filling of vessels […]
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Far too many of the warehouses and cold stores that process fresh produce for the UK’s grocery retail sector remain over-reliant on old fashioned manual handling processes because the alternative has always been limited to systems based on conveyor technology that require a vast amount of building space to operate in. But, with the emergence […]
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