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Food security label breakthrough
Shrink management solutions firm Checkpoint Systems has unveiled a new anti-theft EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance) food label for supermarkets that is certified microwave-safe. The 4010 EP Food Label was designed specifically to protect fresh and frozen supermarket food, says the manufacturer, and has been certified as microwave safe and non-flammable. “Protecting supermarket food items from […]
World-first water reduction award launched
The world’s first international award for water reduction has been launched this week by the Carbon Trust. The idea of the award is to encourage businesses to take action to measure, manage and reduce water use in a bid to change sustainability benchmarks, and the way they are viewed by investors, stakeholders and customers. “Carbon […]
Triangular triumph for Sidel
Sidel, a manufacturer of PET solutions for liquid packaging, has unveiled a new triangular bottle for a still water product by SEAB. The bottle represents several firsts in water bottle design, as it’s the only PET triangular bottle in this market and the only PET bottle for mineral water without a conventional label, according to […]
Waitrose sets up own frozen meat facility
UK supermarket chain Waitrose has announced that it is to build its own facility to produce a range of frozen meat products. The new unit is planned to be operational within the next three months and will be based at Dovecote Park’s facility in Yorkshire. Dovecote Park has been exclusively supplying Waitrose with fresh beef […]
Coca-Cola Company reveals strong global growth
The Coca-Cola Company has this week reported full-year results revealing four per cent global volume growth, with the Coca-Cola brand growing three per cent. “We are pleased with the results,” says Muhtar Kent, chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola company. “In a year marked by continued uncertainty in the global economy, we delivered solid volume, […]
Seaweed packaging coating set to make waves
A food packaging coating product that claims to replace those based on petrochemicals has been developed the Paint Research Association (PRA) working as part of an EU research consortium. PlantPack is an eco-friendly food packaging coating product made from seaweed extracts and starch, that can be applied to paper and cardboard as a spray, according […]
Compact solution to fresh produce palletising
Automated packing and palletising systems firm Brillopak has unveiled a new robotic palletiser specifically designed for fresh fruit and vegetables. The development of the Compact C211 followed research by the firm into the issues surrounding fresh produce packaging. One of the major findings was a pressure on margins, causing firms to seek efficiencies in terms […]
Fresh new markets for salads
The prepared salads market is moving from its traditional position as a side dish and into the main meal arena, according to new research. The trend, says Innova Market Insights, is as a result of more substantial protein ingredients – such as poultry or fish – and a wider range of convenient packaging formats. However, […]
FSA orders tests on UK beef products
Food retailers are to carry out tests on all processed beef products after some Findus lasagnes were found to contain 100% horsemeat. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) ordered the UK tests, saying it was ‘highly likely’ criminal activity was to blame for the contamination. It said there was no evidence of a health risk, but […]
Industry engineers a brighter future
The UK’s first accredited engineering degree dedicated entirely to food and drink manufacturing has been launched by the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food, David Heath MP. Heath attended the launch event in Sheffield, alongside several representatives from food and drink companies across the UK. The city will be the home of the new […]
Flaxseed-fed cows produce more nutritious milk, says study
Dairy cows that are fed flaxseed produce more nutritious milk, according to a new study by Oregon State University (OSU). It revealed that their milk contained more omega-3 fatty acids and less saturated fat. Traditional cattle feed mixtures of corn, grains, alfalfa hay and grass silage result in dairy products with low concentrations of omega-3 […]
Bosch cashes in on Egyptian market
Bosch Packaging Technology has opened a new sales and service office in Cairo, Egypt, in response to continued growth in the food and confectionery industries there. The packaging and process technology firm says its new office will provide local sales and service support to meet the increasing packaging demands of both industries in Egypt and beyond, including […]
Industry agrees to publish meat test results
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has agreed with the food industry to publish the results of industry testing of meat products, to provide a clearer picture of standards in the food chain. It has also declared that the results will be made publicly available. The decision was taken at a meeting to address how testing […]
Dalehead investment to bring home the bacon
Dalehead Foods has unveiled its refurbished abattoir and production facility in Spalding, UK. The multi-million pound project, part funded by Defra, the EU and in partnership with East Midlands Pork Producers, is the culmination of 18 months’ work. “The refurbishment of our Spalding facility reaffirms Dalehead Foods’ commitment to invest in the British pork industry. […]