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Carrageenan replacer for dairy products

The Ingredion group of companies, providers of global ingredients, is launching a clean label ingredient that can replace carrageenan in the formulation of dairy-based puddings, custards and vlas. The co-texturiser – named Novation Indulge 2740 – is being launched in Europe, the Middle East and Africa and is reportedly the only carrageenan substitute to be […]

New packaging systems for bakery sector

Tisomi Packaging Machinery, a horizontal flowrapping specialist, is targeting the bakery and morning goods sectors with the latest packaging systems that meet the demands of the marketplace by protecting the integrity of goods and offering prolonged shelf life. Many food companies require packaging systems that can safely wrap a whole range of different shaped products […]

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Label-friendly ingredient portfolio expanded

Natural food preservation specialist Corbion Purac has launched Verdad Powder F80, a new label-friendly ingredient that preserves the freshness, integrity and flavour of a wide variety of foods. Based on the natural fermentation processes of sugar cane, Verdad Powder F80 can be labelled as ‘fermented sugar’ to meet consumer demand for natural, fresh and authentic-tasting […]

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Indena’s production site passes FDA inspection

Indena has announced that its French production site in Tours has successfully passed the US FDA inspection, with no FDA-483 issued, as per the EIR (Establishment Inspection Report) received from the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition of the FDA. This confirms that the company meets the new requirements mandated by the FDA Food […]

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Food safety developments to be showcased

The latest developments and innovations in food safety and quality control will be showcased in an event being organised by packaging systems specialist Ishida Europe. From 21st October to 6th November, the company will be running a series of demonstrations at its UK headquarters in Woodgate, Birmingham to highlight the capabilities of its newest x-ray, […]

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Tetra Pak acquires Danish membrane filtration company

Tetra Pak has acquired Denmark-based DSS Silkeborg, a supplier of membrane filtration technology for the dairy industry. Established in 2000, DSS develops, designs, sells, builds and commissions membrane filtration systems for dairy applications by using reverse osmosis, nano-filtration, ultra-filtration and micro-filtration technologies. The core competence of DSS lies in maximising the full use of milk […]

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All-natural sweetener launches in UK

Natvia, an all-natural sweetener that is produced in Australia, is to launch in the UK. A healthy alternative to sugar and chemical sweeteners, it can be used in the same way as sugar – including use in coffee, tea or cold beverages or in baking and cooking products. Natvia states that its product contains none […]

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Coding system to be unveiled at drinktec 2013

Zanasi will be introducing an innovative new inkjet coding technology at drinktec. The Z640Plus coder will be the only coding technology on the market to feature a double headed connection that allows for simultaneous and independent coding on porous or non-porous packaging substrates on two separate production lines. A state-of-the-art high-definition technology, the new Z640Plus […]

Compressor technology achieves energy savings for flavours company

Choosing VSD compressor technology from Atlas Copco has helped International Flavours & Fragrances (IFF) achieve major energy savings at its UK manufacturing plant in Haverhill, Suffolk. The plant is one of many IFF plants worldwide producing fragrances and flavours that are used in products such as beverages, sweets, dairy and savoury products. When it recently […]

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Student designs ice cube tea for UK market

University College Birmingham culinary arts student Sumaiyah Patel has pioneered an innovative type of tea for the UK foodservice and retail market, as part of a product development competition run by the British Frozen Food Federation. The BFFF competition challenged UK students to demonstrate the potential of frozen within the premium food category, and aimed […]

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Farmers seek security in Dairy Producer Organisations

Increasing numbers of small scale dairy farmers are forming Dairy Producer Organisations (DPOs) in a bid to insulate themselves from pricing policies of dairy producers. The ability for milk farmers to form DPOs came into force in October 2012, when the EU created the Dairy Package in order to restore the balance between producers and […]

Liquid enhancers to be showcased at Anuga

Royal Crown Cola International (RCCI) will showcase its portfolio of water-based liquid enhancers at Anuga 2013. Liquid enhancers are highly condensed flavour enhancers that enable consumers to customise the flavour of any beverage to their taste, along with increased convenience and portability. “Consumer preferences keep evolving and RCCI continually strives to answer the demands of […]

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The role of voltage optimisation in the food and drink sector

Dr Alex Mardapittas, managing director of EMSc (UK), explains how voltage optimisation can provide a cost-effective engineering solution for many companies in the food and drink sector that are keen to reduce their carbon emissions and increase energy efficiency Q. What are the benefits and typical savings on offer to companies considering the installation of […]

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