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Covid feels for all intents and purposes like it might be over, though experts are being cautious about the effects the pandemic is still having But with spiralling inflation rising interest rates hitting consumers in the pocket, the energy and fuel prices, and war in Ukraine, it does tend to seem like there isn t much good news on the horizon
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But one thing the pandemic showed us is that the industry is incredibly resilient, and the lessons learned from the lockdowns and having to pivot businesses quickly have stayed with us So while the news rarely seems to be positive but then, has it ever been? it does feel as though we are in a stronger, and at least more prepared, position to stand up to the challenges facing the food and drink industry
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It feels like the bad news just keeps on coming for the food and drink industry
Gripper technology has improved significantly, enabling robots to undertake even the most intricate of picking processes The Weber PickRobot allows high capacity automation of slicing applications
the UK soft fruit industry says Eddie Holmes, the company ’ s Product Line Technical Director
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trays to our most recent speed and efficiency enhancements, and the ability to handle new pack formats, Proseal has always been at the forefront of support for
One of the manufacturers with whom Interfood partners is Weber, a company that manufactures complete line solutions for sliced meat and cheese production and packaging all backed by Interfood s industry knowledge and expertise Part of the art of automation is using technology with which
Helping growers meet the ever increasing demand for soft fruit, UK manufacturer Proseal is a market leader in tray sealing machines for the fresh produce industry providing a range of flexible, sustainable solutions that meet the particular challenges of seasonal markets
everybody is familiar This is illustrated in Weber ’ s ‘oneControl’, an intuitive (HMI)
At Fruit Focus the Proseal team will demonstrate the GT4s, a compact tray sealing model that maximises use of pack room space while still delivering fast speeds of up to 140 atmospheric packs per minute with a seven impression tool
PROSEAL DELIVERS ON SOFT-FRUIT PACKAGING
REALISING THE POTENTIAL OF AUTOMATING FOOD PRODUCTION
“From the introduction of our first top seal
operating system which employs web technologies recognisable from smartphones through which several components of a line can be controlled
Robots enhance performance
In the food industry robots have often been employed in more simplistic tasks such as crate packing and palletising, but increasingly they have been used to replace people in direct food contact applications
Proseal s ability to deliver the speed and versatility required for efficient and high quality soft fruit packing will be showcased at this year s Fruit Focus exhibition
The GT4 incorporates several proven Proseal developed features that help to maximise performance reliability and efficiency Pro Motion increases throughput with following motion and intelligent buffering technology that enables trays to feed continuously into the sealer without stopping This can improve speeds by up to 30%
Interfood Technology has been supplying food processing equipment for almost 25 years, from stand alone machines to fully integrated lines As such the company understands the importance of automation and its vital significance in contributing to an effective production flow
Automation of food processing operations has long been an important goal but it has become even more of a focus over the last two years
EFAFLEX Press Contact : Ms Jasmin Jobst Tel.: +49 8765 82-525 E mail: Jasmin.Jobst@efaflex.com Web: www.efaflex.com
EFaFlEx produces high speed doors for industrial applications The company, which was founded in 1974, works for clients from industry, trade, food production, and the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, among others as the only manufacturer in the field of high speed industrial doors, EFaFlEx is listed in the world market leader index and is therefore one of the top 461 companies in Germany, austria and Switzerland. The family company employs more than 1,200 people worldwide With its headquarters in Bruckberg, Bavaria, EFaFlEx is firmly anchored as the largest employer in the region In addition, the company opens up international markets with ten subsidiaries on five continents EFaFlEx generates over 40% of sales abroad
One of the largest doors installed in the factor y is the EFA STT® ÜS A door width of over 6,000mm and a height of 4,500mm are combined with maximum transparency and high door leaf speed
KATE slowly drives along the long corridor, from whic h multiple shor t cor r idors branc h It is loaded wit h two closed transpor t boxes and stubbornly follows the black line on the floor that leads from a loading doc k in the high bay warehouse to the assembly line. The KATEs are a whole sq uadron of small autonomous transpor t units whic h bring material to t he production areas at the Rober t Bosc h Elektronik GmbH Salzgitter plant.
The primary plant for engine control units uses state of the art technology for production in Salzgitter and also coordinates the production of all control units within the Bosch Group
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Elaborate guides on the sides of the door leaf prevent any undesired air exchange in the event of pressure differences and drafts. The EFaFlEx roll up door ’s standard door leaf is fully transparent and equipped with warning strips Coloured curtains are also available The sendzimir galvanised steel guide profiles on the doors are also available in stainless steel
For more than 130 years, the name “Bosch” has been associated with pioneering technology and ground breaking inventions that have made history Bosch is a global company which operates in a wide variety of fields
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Integrated into the existing infrastructure, the small self driving vehicles handle material transport very efficiently The “mini fleet ” is omnipresent It delivers the required parts to the production lines with pinpoint accuracy. “ This would have meant that our large high speed doors would no longer be used every thirty minutes, but rather every five minutes,” says Veronique Treuheit “However, they were not designed for this load In addition, our halls are kept at a constant temperature and humidity The room climate would have had to be constantly readjusted as a result, there was an urgent need for action on our part With the four small format EFa SRT ECO® high speed doors, EFaFlEx has provided us with an optimal solution to this problem.”
Rober t Bosc h Elektronik GmbH Salzgitter installs EFAFLEX doors as a side entrance for small autonomous transpor t units (KATE)
The site has existed for more than 50 years. Electronic control units have been built there for 30 years The plant combines tradition and modernity, which is evident in more than just the buildings on the site Bosch Salzgitter fulfils five functions which are as diverse and mesh together as well as its 1,400 employees: production, control centre, centre of competence, prototyping and warranty analysis
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The EFaFlEx doors may be very small, but they are just as fast and reliable as their adjacent big sisters “In the past, the parts were transported to the halls by the Milkrun, a vehicle with many trailers,” reports Veronique Treuheit, Head of the Construction Department at Robert Bosch Elektronik GmbH Salzgitter. “Since the Milkrun brought a lot of material into the halls at once, a large area was needed for storage ” The KaTEs were established at the plant in order to use this space for other things, to ensure high precision in load transport and to achieve a reduction in the staff requirements, particularly at night
Another KATE without a load comes from the opposite direction and disappears into the high bay warehouse through an almost cute little door “Doggy doors” is what t hese mini doors from door specialist EFAFLEX are af fectionately called by employees
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However, the EFa SRT® ECO is available in more than just small format It is available in standard sizes up to a width of 6,000 mm and a height of 7,000 mm The roll up door impresses with excellent value for money Special structural preparations are not necessary due to the space saving design, for example the roll up door ’ s very slim side door cases This makes this door more versatile than any other roll up door. It is also perfect for automatic roller conveyors or transport systems The EFaFlEx roll up door ensures a reliable and rapid material flow EFaFlEx roll up doors are used in airports, in the food industry and even in deep freeze areas
renewable energy solutions for our customers We now have the right energy proposition and expertise in place to help UK businesses reach pressing sustainability targets And we ’ ll do it all from bespoke design, through to installation, commissioning and ongoing support ”
Flogas adds a full suite of low carbon and renewable technologies to its portfolio, as well as a market leading maintenance and service offering Leading with energy the company is fully focused on transitioning its customers to net zero
As part of the energy transition to a lower carbon future, leading off grid energy solutions provider Flogas Britain, part of DCC plc has acquired Protech Group a move that significantly strengthens its range of futureproof energy solutions and broadens its customer base
Ballie Ballerson, the iconic London ball pit for grown ups, will open in Edinburgh this summer, taking over McSorley’s Irish Bar on Forrest Road This is the first site to open outside of England, with the flagship site located on Curtain Road, Shoreditch in London It will include a waist deep, wall to wall mirrored LED disco bottomed ball pit filled to the brim with clear balls, which are cleaned, disinfected and dried regularly to take on the colour and effect of the ever changing ball pit vibe Award winning bartenders led by Bar Manager Alin Tur will create retro sweet inspired cocktails, including signature serves such as Dibbie Dabberson and Skittle Sour alongside a selection of spirits and beers
The 300 capacity, 7,500 sq ft bar will be spread over two floors and is currently being renovated by a team that includes classically trained graffiti artist Armando and up and coming graphic designer Emma Thurlow to create custom murals and UV designs
throughout, including Ballie’s signature slogans
Protech Director Ross Docherty adds: “ Together with Flogas we ’ ll combine our expertise and help companies nationwide to map out their journey to reach net zero For most this is a transition not an instant solution, and that’s where we come in we ’ ll provide completely tailored, efficient energy solutions that help businesses reach their emissions targets at their own pace and affordably ”
Bringing Protech on board has taken our energy offering to the next level says Lee Gannon, Flogas MD “ This is a key strategic move, allowing us to develop and broaden our range of futureproof solutions It also shows how serious we are about meeting our 2040 ambition to provide 100%
The expansion of Ballie Ballerson into Edinburgh will create 40 jobs including six managerial positions General Manager, Olaya Martinez and Bar Manager, Alin Tur will be relocating to Edinburgh from the London Ballie Ballerson to open the ball pit bar bringing 15 years of hospitality experience between them
Ballie Ballerson is due to open mid summer from 6pm 1am Wednesday Sunday Bar entry is free and ball pit entry will be ticketed with managed time slots To keep up to date with all things Ballie, sign up to the newsletter on www edinburgh ballieballerson com or follow them on @ballieballerson
expanding Ballie Ballerson outside of England because we know Scots are always up for a good time It’s been difficult keeping it a secret but we re so glad to get the news out there and be ready to welcome some new ballers through our doors ”
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There will be an on site wellness room managed by first aiders for customers to use as a safe space A trained team member will be available throughout opening hours to support any needs, including mental health support, first aid attention or as a quiet space to take a moment away from the dance floor
Flogas now offers commercial and industrial customers a wide range of alternative heating and cooling solutions including air source and ground source heat pumps, solar PV and hybrid systems It also provides a comprehensive range of heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC ) solutions, maintenance services and water management By adding these solutions, Flogas is now fully equipped to help businesses as they work to meet legally binding carbon reduction targets
As Flogas shifts its customers towards a lower carbon future it continues to provide leading liquid gas solutions Liquid gas is the cleanest, most efficient conventional off grid fuel available and customers switching from other fuels like oil benefit from significant carbon savings and better air quality with fewer pollutant emissions
LONDON BALL PIT COCKTAIL BAR TO ARRIVE IN SCOTLAND THIS SUMMER
FLOGAS BOLSTERS CLEAN ENERGY PROPOSITION WITH PROTECH ACQUISITION
Founder Wenny Armstrong said: We re so excited to bring all things Ballie Ballerson to Edinburgh Scotland was an easy choice when
can be certain that all venues listed are conducive to conversations The Quiet List is in partnership with hearing protection leaders ACS and leading tinnitus resource T Minus
NEW APP SOUNDPRINT INTRODUCES THE EXCLUSIVE QUIET LIST
Quiet restaurants across the capital include London classics, such as The Ledbury Locanda Locatelli The Ned Tamarind and Rules to name a few Ten restaurants in China Town also made the Quiet List from over 1,000 submitted across Mayfair Soho Covent Garden Notting Hill Fitzrovia the City and Marylebone These
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An innovative new app has entered London, after making its debut in San Francisco, New York and other cities
With 81% of chefs, caterers and F&B Managers saying cling film is an essential tool in their kitchen, this exclusive giveaway is the perfect opportunity for chefs to upgrade their equipment and get a taste of what a Wrapmaster® dispenser can do all for free Chefs can claim a free Wrapmaster® 4500 dispenser OR a free Wrapmaster® 3000 dispenser, along with one case of cling film To register your interest and your preferred dispenser, visit:
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Appealing to cosmopolitans who also have hearing difficulties or to the average person who likes to dine and talk SoundPrint s Quiet List has become an indispensable tool for catch up brunches, business meetings or formal get togethers Curated from over 1 000 submissions that have had their audio decibels measured you
SoundPrint empowers users to choose reliably quieter venues to suit their comfort level for conversation and protects against noise induced hearing loss,” said Gregory Scott Many people don t have a concept of healthy noise levels Excessive noise is a serious public health issue with 20% of the global population having some form of hearing loss Sound level data from the list will be disseminated to the public health researchers and noise pollution activists to help raise hearing health awareness
The SoundPrint London Quiet List is now available online and via the mobile app Quiet Lists are also available in 13 US cities, including New York City Chicago and Las Vegas For more information please visit: https://www soundprint co SoundPrint is also a member of the World Health Organization s World Hearing Forum
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Founded by Gregory Scott who has hearing difficulties and found challenges dining out, SoundPrint is a crowdsourced app that measures noise to tell diners whether venues are quiet moderate or loud The leading edge app now maintains the largest, crowdsourced database of venue based sound levels worldwide After revealing data that 80% of London restaurants were too loud for conversation, and 50% exceed noise levels that can endanger hearing health, SoundPrint introduced a new Quiet ListTM of restaurants for the London area
• Animal free but bio identical to animal protein
• GMO free Paleo is the first to develop a heme fermentation process where the yeast cells release the heme into the environment, resulting in a highly pure product that is GMO free Paleo is preparing market entry in the US, Canada Europe Latin America and Asia with estimations that the first meat and fish alternatives with Paleo ingredients will be on shelf in 2023
ATS ALL SET FOR STRONG PRESENCE AT PPMA TOTAL SHOW
Andy de Jong COO and co founder of Paleo: “Paleo heme production is only the beginning Using our technology, we can also create other ingredients that are essential to the meat or fish experience and mouth feel, like fats We’re very excited about the possibilities our technology offers ”
superior nutritional value, the iron in heme easier to absorb than iron in vegetables
To date, plant based meat alternatives taste almost like meat but not quite Consumers are interested in trying meat and fish alternatives, but are not convinced by the taste
The World International Property Organization published Paleo s patent application detailing its precision fermentation technology This means it can begin production of its animal free heme proteins that actually taste like the meat and fish they are replicating
Advanced Tooling Systems Group (ATS), one of the UK’s leading engineering service providers to the packaging, automotive, aerospace moulding and tooling industries is making its debut at this year ’ s PPMA TOTAL Show, highlighting the wide variety of solutions available from the company ’ s specialist Packaging Machinery division
Paleo offers:
their new FBL 150 jar lidding machine, two rotary capping machines and a bottle unscrambler
Food technology company Paleo announces its ground breaking technology to bring the true taste and aroma of meat and fish to plant based meat and fish alternatives
Group Managing Director Adrian Gander is delighted to be at the PPMA Total Show
“During the last couple of testing years, ATS has taken the decision to continue investing in both our equipment and manufacturing capabilities and this forward thinking strategy is paying off, both in profitability and exposure to exciting new sectors ”
Paleo offers a compelling answer to this challenge, with its portfolio of animal free heme proteins that are bio identical to beef, chicken, pork, lamb, tuna (and even mammoth)
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ATS s manufacturing capabilities include CAD/CAM, CNC machinery, pattern making, mould tool manufacture, sheet metal fabrication, 3D design, control system design and machine control software It has three factories in the south east of England with satellite design, service and support facilities in the north as well as a support operation in Asia
TECH START-UP PALEO INTRODUCES GMO-FREE, HEME PROTEINS THAT MAKE PLANT-BASED ALTERNATIVE MEATS TASTE LIKE THE REAL THING
ATS Packaging Machinery designs and supplies packing equipment and complete packing lines for end markets including food & beverage FMCG cosmetic pharmaceutical, chemical and automotive They will have no fewer than four of its latest machines on stand G74 demonstrating a range of high performance lidding and capping solutions, including
Heme is responsible for the taste and colour of meat Before cooking, heme will give meat alternatives a red colour that turns to brown during cooking Heme also offers
In side by side tests, the difference between a plant based burger using Paleo heme and a conventional plant based burger is immediately clear The former smells like a burger, changes colour when cooked like a burger and tastes like a beef burger the other one just doesn’t
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• A choice of six different proteins
Consumers will be able to taste the difference between chicken nuggets and
When the control centre relays an alarm, there is not a second to waste. The firefighters have to be very quick, and the technology has to work perfectly and that does not just mean professionally maintained vehicles The fire station has the latest technology currently on the market That equipment includes doors which open completely in just a fraction of a second when the alarm sounds to clear the exit for the fire engines Melbourne based Premier Door Systems Pty ltd did truly stellar work in close cooperation with the general contractor Harris HMC to provide this solution.
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Signal red and “Made in Germany”
EFaFlEx produces high speed doors for industrial applications. The company, which was founded in 1974, works for clients from industry, trade, food production, and the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, among others as the only manufacturer in the field of high speed industrial doors, EFaFlEx is listed in the world market leader index and is therefore one of the top 461 companies in Germany, austria and Switzerland The family company employs more than 1,200 people worldwide With its headquarters in Bruckberg, Bavaria, EFaFlEx is firmly anchored as the largest employer in the region In addition, the company opens up international markets with ten subsidiaries on five continents EFaFlEx generates over 40% of sales abroad
Premier Door Systems’ production facilities are located in Campbellfield in Melbourne and are 100% australian owned
The company sells both EFaFlEx doors and its own door systems to many regions of australia from its headquarters in Melbourne and its offices in Queensland and New South Wales The technicians are trained at EFaFlEx , and they are therefore experts on the specific features of the doors
EFAFLEX Press Contact : Ms Jasmin Jobst Tel.: +49 8765 82-525 E mail: Jasmin.Jobst@efaflex.com Web: www.efaflex.com
Melbour ne ’ s most moder n f ire st ation is eq uipped wit h doors from EFAFLEX
It is t he largest and most moder n f ire st ation to be built in Melbour ne in t hir ty years The st ation in Der r imut, a west er n suburb of Melbour ne, was com ple t ed at t he end of October 2020. It is one of 85 FRV rescue and f ire stations in the state of V ictor ia and is considered to be Australia ’ s f irst f ive st ar f ire station under the “Green Star” rating system. Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) was se t up on 1st Jul y 2020. It br ings toge t her all Melbourne fire brigades (MFB) and the firefighters of the Countr y Fire Authority (CFA) under one umbrella organisation Set up in this way, it will meet the requirements of the 21st centur y
The F Series high speed folding doors open at high speeds and are extremely robust another reason why the ten million dollar project, funded by the Victorian state government, is equipped with the doors from EFaFlEx The EFa SFT® perfectly combines functionality and aesthetics Due to the patented modular structure, it is easy to repair and low maintenance
a total of six “made in Germany ” high speed doors, produced by the market leader EFaFlEx , are part of the advanced technical equipment at the Derrimut station. Four are EFa SFT® S high speed fold doors at the exit side of the building Each of the vertically opening fold doors is 4,000mm wide and 4,500mm high Two EFa STT® ÜS extra wide high speed turbo doors (8,000 mm wide and 4,500mm high) are fitted at the entrance to the building at the back
Premier Door Systems Pty ltd is a long standing partner of EFaFlEx in australia after its foundation, the company began to specialise in flexible curtains for air conditioning and has, over the past twenty years, become an industry leader in the manufacture, installation and maintenance of smart gate and door systems
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Fire Rescue Victoria serves the Melbourne metropolitan area and the main regional centres 24 hours a day, 7 days a week The 16 firefighters on daily duty at the Derrimut station are also part of the new organisation They put out fires, save lives, help with accidents involving hazardous chemical substances, carry out complex rescue operations and respond to medical emergencies
The folding door is made from aluminium and steel, a combination for the highest quality standard. The supporting parts are made from galvanised steel sheet as standard The door leaf is made of anodised, corrosion free aluminium and is fitted with single pane acrylic glass, which lets lots of daylight into the building The colour of the doors can vary according to the customer ’ s wishes For the fire station in Derrimut, all of the metal parts of the door leaves are in signal red, of course, the frames are in black, matching the FRV logo.
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Fire station doors f or t he 21st centur y
An innovative range of new cocktails will be provided at The Long Lane including
“ The Long Lane brings a new sense of intimacy to the London food and nightlife scene, particularly post pandemic A warm spot in the neighbourhood where conversations will oscillate through attentive and personable service as well as impeccable food and drink The Long Lane was established by experienced creatives, seeking to build a bar and eatery around classic cocktails with an unconventional twist, a stylish soundtrack and a zeal for conversation We’re excited to bring our latest offering to the capital as travel returns and locals are out again in the city continued Jack, Tyvian, and Marco
The Long Lane is open from Wednesday to Friday, from 12pm to 12am, and Saturday from 4pm to 12am. To make a reservation, please visit: https://www.thelonglane.co.uk or call 0203 874 054 2.
“A zestful experience accompanied by a menu of avant garde cocktails this chic spot
The new venue is located in a unique building, taking aesthetic cues from art deco style of the 1950 s Not only is the bar set within an area steeped in history but is simultaneously at the forefront of innovation Today, the area is a hotbed of design talent with Smithfield Market and The Barbican attracting discerning globetrotters and locals alike, in addition to the new Elizabeth Line stop The design of the bar is both industrial and contemporary with exposed brickwork keeping in line with The Racketeer ’ s signature dark blue motif
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New cocktail bar and eatery, The Long Lane opens up in Smithfield, London this summer From the team behind stylish cocktail bar The Racketeer in King s Cross The Long Lane is the latest opening by three veterans of the London hospitality scene, Jack Foxcroft, Tyvian Vigrass and Marco Torre With over 60 years experience between the trio running some of London’s most iconic music venues, such as AKA/The End and Village Underground, as well as some of the capital s finest restaurants and bars, including Hawksmoor Spitalfields and Palomar in Soho, the new venue will be a bar and eatery with food exclusively provided by Babel
Unfinished Fizzness made from vodka, apricot cynar and citrus as well as black spice made of 100 proof rye whiskey, PX sherry, fernet branca and dry orange curacao Babel founded by the team behind Yeah! Burger have created a menu both comforting and worldly, a collection of small plates made with recipes discovered on their travels and refined for London s modern palate Some dishes are punchy and exotic others are nostalgic, all are designed for sharing and at the heart of them is top quality locally sourced British produce; after all there is no place like home New delectable dishes include Smoked Beef Short Rib; Crispy Cauliflower, Confit Cherry Tomato Cashew Cheese Roasted Chickpeas, Salsa Verde; and Kerala Spiced Crab
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is the latest opening in Smithfield Our nuanced design is an archive of art deco meets contemporary, and will serve as a go to hangout for all in search of a welcoming and lively evening,” said Jack Foxcroft, Tyvian Vigrass and Marco Torre
Choosing to make its own workers the face of the company was a natural choice for MD Pev Manners saying: Actors and high profile names can be a great way to get people’s attention, but we wanted to highlight the efforts of our own team As a small family run business everyone plays such a huge role in creating our delicious drinks and we wanted to show our appreciation by putting them in the spotlight
Created with their newly appointed creative agency, Hell Yeah!, the flagship ad is the first incarnation of Belvoir Farm s new brand positioning: Welcome to our Wild It opens with a wide horizon, as the camera flies into Belvoir Farm The camera moves fast around the farm finding someone confused by how to pronounce Belvoir , then meeting the team, the local community who pick the signature
“Our farm is a beautiful place to be in the summer, and the ad showcases everything we re most proud of in a real authentic way not least our drinks and welcomes people in to be a part of it too”, he added
But what does a ‘single source supplier ’ actually mean? The huge variety of new products and packaging materials which need to be conveyed, packed and sorted,
SENSORS FOR PROCESS TO PACKAGING – BAUMER IS YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP
The light hearted Welcome to our Wild campaign shows how Belvoir Farm invests in the land and local community to make drinks that taste wildly better all born from working closely with nature respecting the countryside and supporting sustainable farming The new advert features across national TV channels and broadcaster video on demand
STAFF AT BELVOIR FARM BECOME STARS OF THE SHOW IN FAMILY DRINKS FIRM’S FIRST EVER TV AD
elderflower at the heart of their range and more Shots are right in the thick of things; moving through the bushes down with spades and shovels, and in among the wildflowers, emphasising the natural way in which the farm where the drinks are still produced is run
A family drinks firm in the Vale of Belvoir has made its own staff the stars of its first ever TV advert) Eschewing actors and instead putting their employees in the spotlight, the advert from Bottesford based Belvoir Farm is part of a major summer TV and brand building campaign from the premium soft drinks company aimed at highlighting the genuinely different way it makes its drinks and tackling head on that they re pronounced Beeva not Belvoiiir!
At the Show, Baumer will be demonstrating their award winning range of process sensors object detection sensors along with the innovative Baumer Sensor Suite, all featuring optimum IO Link connectivity and BSS Products include their high performance U500 and UR18 ultrasonic sensors for effective and extremely flexible double sheet detection across a wide range of materials Also their new generation PAD20 level sensors for highly accurate reliable detection of air and gas bubbles
in the UK alone, without anyone really knowing who we are, so we wanted to show how we go about things with this first national TV advertising campaign The campaign explains that we make incredible drinks by doing things the proper way, not the easy way, through our love of the wild And yes to also tackle head on that we re pronounced ’Beeva’ not Belvoiiir!’
often means that today every project has individual requirements for various sensor applications By offering the combination of one of the widest ranges of sensors designed to deliver maximum flexibility and
Belvoir Farm recently reported a steady rise in sales up 16% versus the previous year driven by a new look for its packs that highlights the brand’s sustainability credentials and its link with farming and nature Based in Bottesford where it employs 80 people, the firm is also celebrating a bumper elderflower harvest that with the help of the local community saw them bring in almost 30 tonnes of flowers up six tonnes on last year They also recently won Soft Drinks Brand of the Year at the prestigious Grocer Gold Awards 2022
Daniel Wheeler, Director of Marketing at Belvoir Farm, added: “For the past 40 years Belvoir Farm has grown to a £23m business
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Sensing and instrumentation specialists Baumer have a very clear message for the upcoming PPMA Show From Process to Packaging, we are your one stop shop for Sensors” Acknowledging the time pressures imposed on machine and plant manufacturers in the process and packaging industries is enormous Today, the demands for many projects are often a few months from order receipt to delivery, so effective and reliable sensors from a single source supplier can result in big benefits
efficiency for processing and packaging applications, along with outstanding research & development and operational excellence, makes the difference
Well not quite alone with his wife Jane who also had a long career in retail, he decided to purchase a small bakery in his native Inverness, and the first the Three Little Bakers shop opened in Cradlehall in the town in 2013
success here today ”
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It’s nine years since Paddy Murphy left his 25 year long career working as a bakery manager for a major supermarket with the idea of going it alone
The Three Little Bakers crowned Scottish Baker of the Year
Inverness based, The Three Little Bakers is officially the Scottish Baker of the Year after scooping top honours at the annual awards ceremony in Glasgow this spring.
The Scottish Baker of the Year competition sets out to select the best scones, loaves, savoury items, morning rolls, individual cakes and biscuits, as well as the latest categories, French and Danish style pastries and free from bread biscuits and cakes
These included Best in Region and a National Silver award for their morning roll; National & Regional Silver Awards for their Fruit Scone; National Special Silver Award for their Potato Scone; Regional Bronze Award for their Multiseed Sourdough
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The company beat almost 60 other bakers to be crowned with the top title as well as winning a clutch of other awards
Paddy Murphy of The Three Little Bakers said at the awards ceremony in May: I am delighted I cannot tell you how proud I am of my team and their hard work which has paid dividends not just with product wins but with the ultimate win! I look forward to being the Scottish Baker of the Year and to enjoying the benefits being the champions will bring to our business”
With Scottish Bakers members out in force for their annual conference in Glasgow, the baker was presented their prize by Scottish Bakers Ambassador Mich Turner MBE who said: “ With nearly 500 products from 57 bakers entered and with each product assessed for appearance, the quality of the bake and taste, The Three Little Bakers should be very proud of their
With 50 industry professionals on hand during our annual judging day to put each product through its paces, our winners can be justifiably proud of their achievements said Alasdair Smith of Scottish Bakers who organise the competition “ We really do congratulate all of our winners and we thank the voting public for taking the time to vote for their favourite bakery business
Now employing around 30 people, the business has grown from humble beginnings to a firm fixture of the Inverness business landscape much loved in the communities in which it operates
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Paddy says: “ We wanted from the off to be community based and to have our bakeries in the heart of the communities We wanted to produce quality fresh products but also give people value for money
Paddy says: “ We are a family bakery, and now our three children are all involved in the business in various capacities
Now with three outlets on Tilmartin Road, Harbour Road and Cradlehall they have experienced huge growth and expansion over recent years
The ethos of The Three Little Bakers is to be embedded in their communities, and over the past nine years they have grown brand recognition in the communities they serve in Inverness and are the go to bakers for morning goods bread and cakes
Nine years on the company has three outlets a new bakery, and is in the process of opening an eat in venue at their flagship store on Cradlehall
“I started work before I turned 20 so I did a long time as a bakery manager, 25 years, and I decided I wanted to have a go at doing it myself
With rising costs of ingredients and production, The Three Little Bakers is facing these challenges just like any other business But as they started with a lower price point to help serve their local communities they now feel that they are in as good a position as they can
be to weather this financial storm and keep their prices as low as possible while not compromising on their high quality produce
“ We got support from the Highland Opportunity Fund with the purchase of our first shop and everything just moved on from there ”
After that, it’s time for the company to take stock and consolidate its current operations, though Paddy said the company is ambitious and will always be looking to the future with potential expansion plans
But it’s not all about the bricks and mortar The Three Little Bakers is a family bakery that has the accent on quality and value, and being embedded in their communities
And that is set to continue this year with the opening of their restaurant venue Planning has been approved and they expect it to be open by the end of 2022
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For ALS Laboratories (UK ), a major testing company which ser ves the food and drink industr y in the UK , the last few years have been rather testing for them as well.
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There have been more challenges since then Covid, Brexit and the current cost of living crisis that has seen spiralling energy, fuel and materials costs But ALS has responded by rising to meet every challenge and putting the focus on their staff their clients and on improving their range of services
It’s been a truly transformative time for the company that has weathered the various storms at the same time as looking firmly to the future
to escape that In terms of our food business in the UK we took a hit in 2020 when Covid struck, so the financial year 2020/21 was a tough year but the last financial year that finished in 2022 was good We had recovered most of what we had lost in the previous year and from our perspective and the client’s perspective it s good to see many of the food sectors and industries bouncing back Since the start of this financial year in April we ’ ve seen that momentum continue and growth continue throughout the first quarter which is very encouraging
On New Year ’ s Day that year, a fire broke out at one of the company ’ s laboratories No staff were injured but there was widespread fire and smoke damage Work began immediately on transferring the company s testing work out to four other sites and on the long process of bringing the facility back on line
Nigel Richards, Sales and Marketing Director for ALS, says: “ The past few years have clearly been dominated by what’s going on in the wider world and it is difficult
Even before the Covid pandemic hit in early 2020, the company which offers a wide range of food, drink water and pharmaceutical testing across the UK began the year in devastating fashion
ALS investing in people and technology after testing times
“ That said, we are under no illusion about the scale of the challenges that lie ahead because clearly the post Covid, post Brexit challenges have been exacerbated by the acceleration of inflation and the continuing national issue with staff recruitment and staff retention
“ We are a major player in the service industry and we have seen staffing costs rise transport costs rise and fuel has gone up by a third In addition, what’s unique to our (testing) industry is that we use a lot of consumables laboratory supplies used in high
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volumes and the price of these has gone up dramatically Unfortunately we have had no choice but to pass on some of those costs to our clients We applied a price increase in April but have endeavoured to keep these to an absolute minimum
Nigel says: We have a constant focus on continuous improvement Even if there is negative feedback we like to use that to put things right and do things better in the future because no business can afford to rest on its laurels
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What is heartening for ALS though is that despite these difficult times they continue to receive a high level of support from their clients The company carries out regular client surveys and the results are very positive indeed
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ALS is also very hot on Environmental Social Governance and Nigel says the company is committed to initiatives that are environmentally friendly and will
They have also expanded facilities at their Trowbridge site increasing bench space and again providing new meeting rooms and staff facilities
Over the last year they received more than 300 responses and of those, two thirds agreed that ALS offers good value for money with only 3% disagreeing What s more, 84% of responders said they would recommend ALS to a friend and the overall rating for ALS’s service came out at 8 out of 10
Over the last couple of years they have continued to invest in their labs, notably at Shrewsbury where the pathogen lab footprint has been increased by 130% and the main microbiology lab expanded by a third There are new meeting rooms, offices and improved facilities for staff, giving them a much improved lab capacity and the ability to take on new business and cover a region including the West Midlands and South Wales
Nigel adds: We still have refrigerated collection vehicles (80) that have to travel across the country and we can’t do anything about that but we are constantly reviewing collection routes so they work as efficiently as possible We are increasingly aware of our place in the world and our local community ”
As well as looking after their staff and clients ALS has been making great technological strides They ’ ve improved and expanded their testing capabilities to be able to offer an in house testing method for chlorates and perchlorate in fact now they carry out around 95% of their testing in house, removing the need to subcontract to outside laboratories
Another award winning piece of technology is their client portal with 96% of all samples they receive for testing now registered by clients, making for a quicker and more efficient service
The company can now offer reports which are automatically generated for clients and a new visual report which shows exactly where there might be issues at a client’s facilities with a ‘ heat map ’ of possible areas of concern on an actual factory floor plan ALS has also made available a Knowledge Base of information about food hygiene which all clients can access
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Added to all that there s recently been a rebranding exercise and website redesign to help convey the message to clients old and new that ALS is one of the UK’s leading testing laboratories and one that is committed to its customers and its staff and to forging ahead with a constantly evolving technology base that is in tune with the goal of being a socially and environmentally conscious company
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A big issue facing the food and drink industry is attracting and retaining staff, which is also a major concern for ALS There have been two pay reviews in the last year and every member of staff has a clear career progression plan There are social events, long service awards and a Good News Friday feature which is designed to counter the generally bad news coming in from across the world
To that end, ALS staff are encouraged to do their bit as well, and staff have raised huge amounts for various charities including Cancer UK and Ukrainian charities through cake sales, fun runs and other events
reduce the firm s carbon footprint One obvious initiative carried over from Covid is the prevalence of meetings on Microsoft Teams rather than in person, cutting down on the need for unnecessary travel
And it’s paid dividends At the Chatteris lab in Cambridgeshire 92 employees recently received long service awards demonstrating that ALS is working hard to make the company a great place to work and to stay Nigel says: “Despite the challenges with staffing, the vast majority of staff are finding they can develop a long and meaningful career with ALS indeed some people have been with us for more than 20 years ”
The company is also building ties with local schools and colleges and post Covid has been welcoming clients back on to their sites for workshops in
microbiology and pesticides In fact microbiology expert Keith Watkins was recently named Best Trainer of the Year at the 2021 Society of Food Hygiene and Technology awards
Other sectors that couriers highlighted as needing increased collaboration with included construction (21%); agriculture, forestry & fishing (18%); health/medical (16%); and hospitality events & foodservice (15%)
According to the Office of National Statistics, the proportion of UK sales taking place on the internet has risen by 51% over the past four years, meaning that courier based delivery models have had to step up, even during the Covid crisis
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The study also found that courier business owners are committed to adapting to take advantage of high demand and head off external economic factors 59% of courier businesses are looking to increase their customer base in 2022 Plus two thirds (66%) have implemented a new measure to attract staff, such as increased salaries, referral schemes and ramping up social media presence
In the survey, 72% of couriers cited spiralling operating costs as being a major challenge Demand however, is not a problem: half of courier companies now deliver up to 50% more parcels than they did pre Covid
But businesses who use couriers can also help Greater communication and support between different sectors can help to alleviate the economic issues and external pressures that couriers and so many other businesses are experiencing
Almaz Cleary Sales Manager at Courier Exchange
Food deliver y ser vices booming despite challenges
The Courier Support Survey conducted by return loads platform Courier Exchange includes input from 287 courier company owners and drivers from across the UK It highlights the greatest pressures within the sector, and the impact on company viability and employee health It also offers insight on how industry issues can be overcome
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Another encouraging sign is that over one in eight couriers believe embracing technology can relieve everyday pressures
The study finds that 21% of couriers say their delivery service has felt increased demand from the food and drinks product industry over the last two years They subsequently call for increased collaboration to continue thriving and meeting customer needs
The food deliver y market is booming despite rising inflation and high fuel costs, according to a new report — and innovation is happening to meet the demand.
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“ When all parties are on the same page, supply chain issues can be better managed If that happens, everyone wins and can benefit from the strong demand we ’ re continuing to see ”
“Everyone is impacted by supply chain issues, because the logistics industry is so closely linked to everyday operations in all kinds of sectors It’s vital that couriers and their customers keep lines of communication open and support each other as much as possible especially when external factors like inflation are so far beyond anybody ’ s control
Depot Manager Jon Stansfield said: “Like all transport operators working in London we face the reality of emissions based restrictions These are only going to get stricter, with similar regimes becoming more widespread throughout the country
Battery technology is still in its infancy and obviously an electric vehicle cannot compete with a diesel engined truck in terms of range, especially when fitted with a heavy fridge body ”
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says: The problem with online shopping is that it s been an explosion in demand, rather than sustainable development This has left the courier industry with some catching up to do, in terms of capacity It’s great that couriers are looking to tech for answers but there needs to be more collaboration with retailers and other sectors particularly in the short term
One example of how food delivery is shifting to accommodate economic and environmental challenges comes from Bidfood
The high profile company is keen to pave the way for future changes to its delivery operation by gaining early experience of electric vehicle operation
enter series production the 7 5 tonne eCanter represents a major advance in the battle to improve air quality in towns and cities
The foodservice wholesaler is preparing for the advent of battery powered truck technology with the help of its first zero emission FUSO eCanter
Examples are in service in a variety of applications across the UK but Bidfood s is the first to be fitted with a temperature controlled body This was built by Gray & Adams and is cooled by a Frigoblock eutectic refrigeration system which chills the insulated twin compartment box as the eCanter s main drive batteries are being recharged, rather than draining them of energy while the vehicle is on the road
Bidfood took delivery of the eCanter in 2020 but plans to put it to work were curtailed by the onset of Covid 19, subsequent lockdowns and then ‘fallout’ from the pandemic It has now been assigned to the company s depot in Battersea, from where it delivers to customers throughout central London typically covering 60 70km each day
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Coffee and so much more… Tim Hortons marches on with expansion across the UK
The Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons is an iconic North American brand, with thousands of restaurants and drive thru outlets across the continent
A year ago Tim Hortons had 27 restaurants in the UK and Ireland What’s happened for the company in the last 12 months?
As a new to the UK brand, Tim Hortons has been growing awareness over the past couple of years in what is a crowded market for coffee and quick service meals But it’s definitely paying off Kevin said: “ The brand awareness has grown significantly, we are seeing
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When we last caught up with Tim Hortons a year ago, the Canadian brand was ramping up its mission to get an outlet in ever y major town and city in the UK .
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Kevin Hydes Chief Commercial Officer at Tim Hortons UK and Ireland, said, “ We now have 51 trading restaurants, having opened several sites across the UK , and the business is continuing to perform very well for
Well, the last year has seen amazing gains across the country as the company gains a major foothold in not just the geography of Britain but the tastebuds of its coffee drinkers as well
us, which is fantastic We are getting great customer responses from all of the new openings and we have just announced another 10 sites coming soon Our new flagship site in Manchester s Market Street is opening and we have a site coming in London, which has previously been a big gap in our geographical offering, and we expect the site in Park Royal north west London, to be very popular as there has been a lot of demand for it ”
melts and wraps so we really see the growth in that ”
Tim Hortons is famous for its coffee and donuts, though and the company continues to innovate in those areas with special twists for the British market
Also popular in summer is the Iced Capp® Tims® Shake iced beverage range and the newly introduced Lemonade Refreshers
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As we move through the course of the day we have a good range of lunch and evening meal items such as Tims® Crispy Chicken Sandwiches and burgers, and more coffee shop style food such as grilled cheese
He added: We have a very broad menu that appeals to customers across the day and our significant promotional offers for the last year have encouraged people to try our breakfasts as their first introduction to us We re a new brand in the UK so people who aren t too sure are trying us out because £2 99 isn t a great barrier to entry, and through that we are building a loyal base
Part of Tim Hortons’ appeal is a menu that constantly evolves throughout the day, offering breakfast and then lunchtime and evening offerings It s the breakfast, thanks to introductory price point deals that has been very successful in drawing in new customers, said Kevin
They have just launched a range of filled donut rings for the summer season which have a really British theme chocolate truffle strawberry trifle and lemon meringue flavours Kevin said: And everything is handmade on site which guarantees a fresh product and helps us stand out from the competition”
The Tim Hortons brand was founded in 1964 by its
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huge demand for the brand and people are very keen to experience it And when they do, they enjoy the products and the quality of our service and become regular and frequent guests, so we ’ re pleased to be in this position to keep developing the business and bringing it to new communities It’s very exciting times ”
Covid, of course, meant that eating in was highly curtailed and during this time Tim Hortons saw a rising demand for its takeaway and drive thru services, but now people are keen to get back in the restaurants as well, and they are seeing a huge growth in dine in visitors
Evolving from quality premium coffee that is still the main plank of their menu the consumer offer now includes hot and cold speciality drinks (including lattes, cappuccinos and espresso), speciality teas and fruit coolers freshly prepared baked goods hot made to order sandwiches toasted sandwiches and wraps
In 1999 the company brought out its Iced Capp® drink, and the following year, as the new millennium dawned, they appropriately opened their 2,000th restaurant in downtown Toronto
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As well as the famous donuts Timbits and range of beverages, customers also get as part of the offer hearty breakfast options, as well as a variety of meal items such as sandwiches, wraps and toasted melts, all fresh and made to order using quality ingredients
Fast forward to 2019 and nearly eight out of 10 cups of coffee sold across Canada are served at Tim Hortons restaurants and more than 5 3 million Canadians approximately 15% of the population visit the cafe daily
The first Tim Hortons in the UK opened its doors in Glasgow in June 2017 to huge fanfare, with fans travelling from across the country and queuing overnight to sample the brand s famed coffee and baked goods
Tim Hortons has more than 4,700 system wide restaurants located in Canada, the United States, and around the world It is owned by fast food giant Restaurant Brands International, which is also behind Burger King and the Popeyes fried chicken chain
Last year, Tim Hortons laid out its expansion plans and said that it hoped to open an outlet in every major city and town in the UK over the next couple of years, creating more than 2,000 jobs nationwide
“Our plan is to continue growing the Tim Hortons estate, both in London and nationwide, and along with this we will likely trial new concepts to meet the needs of our ever growing fanbase We consider ourselves a real contender within the QSR sector and have ambitions to become the preferred brand of choice, no matter what occasion our guests are seeking to enjoy said Kevin
After the first store opened in Hamilton Ontario the brand began to firmly establish itself, and by 1976 had introduced its Timbit donut, which immediately became an iconic Canadian brand
Tim Hortons even coined a phrase that made it into the Canadian Oxford dictionary ‘double double’, meaning two shots of cream and two of sugar, which first became a pop cultural term before gaining the dictionary seal of approval in 2004, 40 years after the company was founded
irresistible donuts for a sweet afternoon treat, Tim Hortons is the place to visit However, there’s more to Tim Hortons than great tasting fresh food and coffee We work hard to deliver the highest quality products and service and strive to be a leader in everything we do ”
“ We have a dedicated acquisition and construction team with us supporting our ambitious growth plan and we will be continuing to actively look for leasehold and freehold opportunities across the UK and Ireland ”
The Tim Hortons ethos is straightforward: “At Tim Hortons, we believe that you shouldn’t have to compromise Whether you want a hot freshly prepared breakfast on the way to work served with our smooth, delicious coffee; a great choice of freshly prepared sandwiches and wraps or one of our famously
For the future, Tim Hortons is planning to embark on the next phase of growth in the UK with a focus on drive thru, delivery and key high street locations
namesake, a top professional ice hockey player, who wanted to create a space where everyone would feel at home
