Summer has come early this year, and the increase in temperature means an increase in demand for outdoor eating. It’s a case of “sun’s out, burger bun’s out” for the British public, as BBQs are brushed off, picnic rugs shaken out and folding chairs dusted down. It also means that things are hotting up for […]
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Tanguy Pellen discusses unlocking disruptive innovation by taking a step back, anticipating what is going to come next and embracing elevated thinking to meet the challenges. In today’s competitive market, packaging is not merely a protective shell; it serves as a crucial element of branding and consumer engagement for many, if not all FMCG companies, […]
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Question your suppliers carefully about the type of AI technologies they offer. By Curtis Koelling, VP of Product Development for KPM Analytics’ Smart Vision Works AI Inspection Division The excitement around AI-powered inspection is undeniable. However, it is essential for food processors to recognize that not all AI technologies are equal. How Do AI Food […]
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More than 65% of consumers believe cans are the most circular beverage packaging format, according to new research commissioned by Can Makers UK, the trade body representing drinks can manufacturers. The study also revealed that 84% of UK consumers believe beverage cans are the easiest packaging format to recycle, while 78% confirmed they preferred cans […]
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A Quiet Evolution is Underway: but more seismic shifts and long-term commitment is needed to Transform the Food System with Technology The food industry is at a pivotal moment, facing unprecedented challenges due to surging labour costs and a growing population. James Walton, Chief Economist at IGD, emphasises the urgent need for businesses to ramp […]
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By Carmen Nicolás, Components Sales Manager, HRS Heat Exchangers In theory, modern heat exchangers can be made from a wide range of materials, including copper, copper/nickel, aluminium, carbon steel and stainless steel. In this article we consider why this is the case, and in particular the major benefits of thin-wall corrugated tube heat exchangers made […]
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Recent research shows that simple is best when it comes to recycling. Packaging made from a single material such as drinks cans, glass bottles and cardboard boxes are some of the most recycled items in the UK, with 81% of aluminium beverage cans and 69.8% of glass now being recycled according to Environment Agency data. This is […]
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Cocoa production fell by 14% in the 2023-24 season as cocoa prices reached a record high. According to data from the World Bank, global cocoa production fell by 14% in the 2023-24 season as output from Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana, which produce nearly 60% of the world’s cocoa, rapidly slowed. In light of this reduced […]
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Food-grade CO₂ is an indispensable resource for the food and beverage industry, serving multiple critical functions such as carbonation in drinks, extending shelf life through modified atmosphere packaging, chilling, freezing, and maintaining quality in food processing. However, rising prices and supply volatility have placed significant financial pressures on manufacturers. In recent years, CO₂ prices have […]
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Mevalco, the Bristol-based Spanish distributor which includes some of the UK’s most talented high-profile chefs and fine dining establishments amongst its customers, has announced a collaboration with The MAZI Project – the Bristol youth-led charity, which was founded in 2019 and nourishes vulnerable 16–25-year-olds through food. The MAZI Project supports care leavers, and young asylum seekers, […]
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