Innovations in Snacks and Confectionery
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Dear reader
In this edition of Food Manufacturing Africa, we unpack the latest innovations and trends shaping the food and beverage industry. This month, we spotlight Biospringer by Lesaffre's groundbreaking yeast protein, Springer Proteissimo 102. This innovative product offers a versatile, animal-free protein source that enhances the nutritional profile of food products without compromising on taste or texture. It's a significant step forward in meeting the growing
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gummies, where the combination of pectin and gelatin is transforming texture and stability. This blend not only caters to the vegetarian market but also improves the thermal and storage stability of these popular treats, making them a perfect vehicle for nutritional supplements. Additionally, we cover SACMI's participation in Propak West Africa 2024, highlighting their advancements in environmentally friendly packaging solutions. SACMI's new 26/22 mm neck-cap standard and their innovative CCM+IPS technology are setting new benchmarks in the industry, supporting a seamless transition to sustainable practices. This issue is packed with insights and innovations that are driving the future of food manufacturing.
Enjoy the read and stay informed about the latest developments in our dynamic industry.
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6 WHAT’S NEW
What’s new in SA’s food and beverages shelves
7 NEWS
Saafi Seminar Western Cape
Brazil’s poultry disease outbreak
SA’s KHS solution
8 INDUSTRY TALK
Marking world food safety day
Skanem opens new plant
Ishida enhances productivity
Propak West Africa 2024
Egypt increases wheat & flour costs
10 ALTERNATIVE INGREDIENTS & PROTEINS
Innovative yeast proteins
12 SNACKS & CONFECTIONERY
Enhance your chewie fruit gummies
Buhler aims for Food security in SA
The latest conveyor tech solutions
18 FLEXIBLE PACKAGING
Future packaging at Propak West Africa 2024
Label applicator world premiere at Fachpack
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Loryma: Authentic Low-Fat Plant-Based Alternatives
In the food industry, there are many reasons to replace animal fats with plant-based alternatives, be it to replicate meat products or provide hybrid offerings with an optimized label. Ingredients specialist Loryma supports manufacturers with wheat-based solutions that promise top-quality characteristics. They imitate animal fats that perfectly replicate the originals in terms of texture and processing properties. Wheat-based stabilizers, starches and clean label compounds, meanwhile, enable manufacturers to create melt-in-themouth or stable, sliceable textures. They
also improve the appearance and sensory properties of products such as juicy poultry sausage, mouthwatering vegan salami pizza or crispy plant-based chorizo. Consumer demand for plant-based, health-conscious yet tasty convenience products continue unabated. However, plant-based fats do not always behave like their animal-based counterparts when it comes to production and preparation. Here, manufacturers face several challenges: Meat analogs, meat products or hybrids should have an authentic texture and sensory appeal and convince with a low - fat content
and short, natural ingredient list. Loryma has developed three innovative solutions that support targeted fat reproduction, all with a low-calorie content.
Have a Kit-Kat
Coffee Break
Some of us spend eight to twelve hours a day looking at our laptop screens with endless Zoom meetings, monotonous email sign-offs, some of us never ending school assignments and the rest of us just never catch a break. We rarely take some time for ourselves. And it is tough to find joy in our day-to-day tasks in subzero temperatures. The cold weather often brings feelings of inertia or fatigue which often results in social withdrawal. However, winter is inevitable and finding ways to bring a sense of warmth and joy into our daily lives is what
Discover Giraf Macadamia Milk
NEW Giraf Macadamia is set to redefine the milk market with a rich, creamy plant-based alternative that tastes amazing, is sustainably sourced and entirely free of added vegetable and seed oils. It is delicious on its own or in a smoothie, pairs well with cereal, and froths beautifully in a cappuccino.
Made from the finest South Africangrown macadamias, Giraf Macadamia Milk meets the growing demand from conscious consumers seeking tastier, healthier, sustainably sourced milk alternatives.
Younger consumers, flexitarians, and people following vegan, paleo, and keto-friendly diet's view plant-based alternatives as healthier and kinder to the environment. And Giraf Macadamia agrees!
As a well-known superfood, macadamias have an exceptional nutritional profile and delightfully rich, creamy flavour. They are packed with essential nutrients, magnesium, and healthy monounsaturated fats, delivering a rich, velvety texture and many health benefits.
we all need.
This winter, Nestlé has set out to inspire Mzansi to enjoy a little magic, and what’s more magical than a few bites of a Nestlé KitKat wafer? To elevate this fulfilment, we’ve developed a special way to start (or end) your day and it all starts with taking a Nestlé KitKat Coffee Break to spark the feeling of magic. This winter will have little to no success in hailing another season of dullness upon our lives, not with the many ways we can find joy in the little things.
SAAFI Seminar Western Cape
Unlocking the Sense-sational World of Flavours and Fragrances: SAAFI Seminar Western Cape. Mark your calendars for the 11th of September 2024, as the South African Association of the Flavour & Fragrance Industry (SAAFI) brings you an iconic seminar and workshop in the heart of the Western Cape. Hosted by the Department of Food Science at Stellenbosch University, this event promises to be a sensory storytelling experience like no other. This seminar is a must-attend for professionals in the flavour, fragrance, and FMCG industries. Dive deep into the world of flavours and fragrances and discover the latest trends and innovations that are shaping the industry. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this event offers valuable insights and networking opportunities. Don't miss out on this opportunity to unlock the secrets of the sense-sational world of flavours and fragrances in the mother city.
To read more, visit: Foodreview.co.za
Brazil poultry disease outbreaks highlight need for policy reforms in South Africa
In the wake of recent outbreaks of bird flu and Newcastle disease in Brazil, leading importer and food distributor Hume International has called for urgent policy reforms and greater consistency from the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development (DALRRD).
Brazil has detected two new outbreaks of avian flu among wild birds in Paraná in recent weeks, as well as the presence of Newcastle disease at a commercial farm in Rio Grande do Sul.
As a result, Fred Hume, CEO of Hume International, has raised concerns about the potential impact of any further outbreaks on South Africa's poultry imports and food supply chains. Brazil is the country’s largest poultry supplier, accounting for as much as
KHS provides South African Distell with required capacities
While some regions are only just discovering cider as a trend beverage, in other countries this fermented, alcoholic apple juice looks back on a long tradition. In Great Britain and Ireland especially, this specialty has been extremely popular since the time of Julius Caesar. On his retreat from the land of the Anglo-Saxons the imperator took the refreshing potable back to Rome with him and was subsequently responsible for its distribution to many parts of Europe. Cider thus developed lots of different regional variations: the French, for example, took sweet dessert apples as the main ingredient and used them to make weak alcoholic cidre. The English, on the other hand, preferred cider apples that were too bitter, sharp or sour to be eaten without further
processing. When it comes to the tart dryness of the beverage, Germany wins hands down: in the federal state of Hesse in particular a veritable Ebbelwoi or ‘apple wine’ culture has grown up around a cider that contains 5–8% alcohol by volume and in 2022 was added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. In our modern era it was the Brits who again precipitated the beverage’s march of triumph around the globe, however; in the 19th and 20th centuries cider spread from England throughout the British Empire to its most remote colonies and the later Commonwealth – to India, Canada, Australia and South Africa, where it’s now one of the country’s most popular thirst-quenchers.
80% of all imported chicken.
“Unfortunately, South Africa has some of the most draconian policies in the world, which are out of touch with global norms and standards. In terms of our local policies, this often means placing a nationwide ban on all poultry imports from countries where bird flu may have been detected,” he notes. By contrast, in the case of Newcastle disease, regulations state that imports are not allowed from within a 10-kilometre radius of affected facilities. However, the exact details and implementation of these regulations remain unclear, creating an environment of uncertainty for importers and other key businesses within the food industry.
To read more visit: FoodReview.co.za
The market leader in South Africa is Distell, one of the premier beverage producers on the entire continent and, according to the company, the second-largest cider producer worldwide. Formed at the end of 2000 when Stellenbosch Farmers’ Winery merged with the Distillers Corporation, the group makes wine, spirits, cider and RTDs. The last two categories alone made up around 55% of the quantities of beverage produced in 2021.
Visit: www.foodreviw.co.za for more!
AFRICAN CIDER GIANT
NRCS Marks World Food Safety Day
National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) joined the global community in commemorating World Food Safety Day (WFSD). This annual observance serves as a critical reminder of the importance of transforming our food systems to ensure better health outcomes and prevent foodborne diseases, such as Listeriosis.
The theme for this year's WFSD, "Food safety: prepare for the unexpected," underscores the need for vigilance and proactive measures in safeguarding our food supply value chain.
Food safety is not merely a regulatory requirement but a fundamental component of public health. The NRCS’s participation in WFSD highlights a collective effort to reduce the global burden of foodborne illnesses.
By fostering awareness and promoting preventive strategies, we can mitigate the risks associated with foodborne health hazards. The NRCS’s inspection-at-source strategy within its regulatory framework is pivotal in this endeavour, ensuring that food safety measures are ingrained at every stage of the food production process.
Despite the best efforts of regulators, manufacturers, and food business operators, unforeseen circumstances can lead to lapses in food safety controls. Therefore, it is imperative that all parties recognise their shared responsibility in maintaining the integrity of our food systems.
PROACTIVE MEASURES AND INSPECTIONS
Central to this shared responsibility is the NRCS’s mandate which compel manufacturers and food business operators to promptly report any non-conformance related to food safety. This regulatory framework ensures that issues are addressed swiftly and effectively, preventing potentially hazardous products from reaching consumers.
One of the key components of the NRCS’s strategy is the deployment of resident inspectors at facilities producing regulated commodities, such as fishery products, canned fish, and processed meat. These inspectors conduct proactive inspections
“The theme for this year's WFSD, "Food safety: prepare for the unexpected," underscores the need for vigilance and proactive measures in safeguarding our food supply value chain. ”
at critical points in the production process, guided by International Food Safety Management Guidelines. This approach emphasizes the responsibility of Food Business Operators to implement and maintain robust Food Safety Management Systems that identify, evaluate, and control significant food safety hazards.
The recent voluntary product recall of canned molluscs due to detected defects exemplifies the effectiveness of this preventative strategy. By identifying and addressing issues at the source, the NRCS ensures that unsafe products are removed from the supply chain before they can harm consumers.
COLLABORATION AND CONSUMER AWARENESS
Collaboration is a cornerstone of the NRCS’s approach to food safety. The Regulator works closely with relevant stakeholders, including the Department of Health (DoH), the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD), and the National Consumer Commission (NCC).
These partnerships are crucial in managing food safety incidents and facilitating product
recalls when necessary. By aligning their efforts, these regulatory bodies ensure that food safety measures are consistently applied across the country, protecting consumers and promoting fair trade practices.
However, the responsibility for food safety extends beyond regulators and manufacturers, consumers also play a vital role in ensuring that the food they consume is safe. By staying informed about food safety practices and being vigilant about the products they purchase, consumers can help prevent foodborne illnesses. The WFSD is an opportunity to raise awareness to consumers about their role in the food safety space.
As we commemorate World Food Safety Day 2024, let us reaffirm our commitment to this crucial cause. The theme, "Food safety: prepare for the unexpected," reminds us that vigilance and preparedness are essential in safeguarding our food supply. By working together and adhering to rigorous food safety standards, we can create a safer, healthier future for all.
In conclusion, the NRCS’s dedication to food safety, through its comprehensive regulatory framework and collaborative efforts, plays a pivotal role in protecting public health. On this World Food Safety Day, let us all join forces to practice food safety etiquettes, ensuring that our food systems are resilient and capable of withstanding unexpected challenges.
NRCS – www.nrcs.org.za
Ms Meisie Katz is a general manager: Food and Associated Industries at National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS).
Skanem Opens New Plant
Skanem, a leading multinational label provider, has inaugurated a new labelling factory in Dar es Salaam.
The company’s goal is to deliver enhanced services to its customers and expand into new markets throughout the region.
This new facility is a smaller counterpart to Skanem’s existing operations in Kenya, primarily designed to boost production volume, capacity, and lead times.
Skanem Africa aims to establish a local manufacturing presence to better serve its existing customer base and attract new clients.
Initially, the facility will operate with a single, state-of-the-art printing press capable of producing various labels for the Flexo industry, including Self-Adhesive Labels (PSL), BOPP Wrap Around Labels, and Shrink Sleeves.
These printing capabilities will enhance label production and meet the diverse needs of businesses in Tanzania and beyond, ensuring high-quality labelling solutions.
Future plans include expanding the facility with additional presses and labelling options to meet industry demands.
DID YOU KNOW
Skanem has joined forces with more than 85 companies and organisations from the complete packaging value chain in the Holy Grail 2.0 project. The ambitious goal for the project is to use pioneering digital technology to enable better sorting and higher-quality recycling rates for packaging in the EU, to drive a truly circular economy.
"Future plans include expanding the facility with additional presses and labelling options to meet industry demands."
As part of Skanem’s business contingency planning, the Tanzania site will also serve as a backup for the Kenya site and vice versa.
STRATEGIC REGIONAL EXPANSION
As a commercial hub, Dar es Salaam enables Skanem Africa’s manufacturing footprint to be closer to new and existing markets in seven East African countries.
“With the new factory in Tanzania, we mark a significant milestone in the company’s regional expansion,” the company stated.
“Servicing and deliveries will also improve for existing and new clients. We aim to continue our commitment to supporting local and regional businesses with top-tier labeling solutions.”
In December last year, the company installed a new Bobst Master M5 flexo press at its Nairobi site in Kenya to automate its production line.
This digital workflow, with integrated printing and converting technologies, enhanced productivity. The Master M5 ensures high quality and consistency at low operating costs.
“For us, everything is about quality,” said Sachen Gudka, managing director of Skanem Interlabels Nairobi Limited.
“Our customers rightly demand quality, and we want to provide them with the highest-
THE SKANEM LABEL SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMME
The Skanem sustainable labels program is a unique program that includes a complete analysis of your product packaging & supply chain by sustainable labelling experts. We will not ask you to blindly implement the newest technology or follow trends.
Together with our sustainability experts, will develop solutions that are suited for your specific product. We will generate a bespoke road map for implementation, keeping a close eye on the commercials. The program will be an ongoing process following a bespoke road map and will be adjusted as new sustainable innovations are brought to the market.
As part of the programme we guarantee that you will reduce your carbon footprint.
quality labels available on the market. With the Master M5, we can feel confident about giving our customers exactly what they want.”
Sustainability is another major focus for Skanem, with a stated aim to create growth for its customers based on sustainable labelling and packaging in evolving markets.
This is another area the Master M5 can support with systems and solutions that reduce downtime and waste.
Sustainability Middle East & Africawww.sustainabilitymea.com
Innovative Yeast Proteins for Healthier Living
Discover the next generation of yeast protein with Biospringer by Lesaffre and Springer Proteissimo 102.
After several years in the spotlight, the alternative protein sector still has some way to go if it is to meet consumer needs: while clean label expectations remain high, texture and taste demands are paramount. The challenge for manufacturers is to be innovative in the provision of alternative protein sources without unwanted taste in the growing trend of vegan, vegetarian and flexitarian diets. No longer just imitating meat, fish and dairy alternatives: plant-based is a standalone sector.
Consumers are looking for a healthier living with more individual responsibility to live more consciously when it comes to eating. Healthy eating is associated with choosing products that positively enhance nutrition and benefit how the body functions.
Meat substitutes and plant-based milk are at the forefront of this trend while other alternative segments are improving rapidly: cheese, fish and seafood, bakery and confectionery.
For many years, Biospringer offers a wide selection of yeast-based ingredients to support the creation of indulgent and healthy food and beverages recipes. Among other benefits, natural yeast ingredients
"Among other
benefits, natural yeast ingredients can help improve taste by enhancing the flavour base of a recipe, balance the nutritional profile to compensate salt,
sugar and fat reduction and create healthy and nutritionally balanced food. "
can help improve taste by enhancing the flavour base of a recipe, balance the nutritional profile to compensate salt, sugar and fat reduction and create healthy and nutritionally balanced food.
SPRINGER PROTEISSIMO 102
Biospringer by Lesaffre successfully supports manufacturers in addressing the worldwide movement for plant-based food by offering a wide range of yeast ingredients.
DID YOU KNOW
Springer Proteissimo 102 can be used in several products:
• Sauces and dressings
• Cheese analog
• Meet susbtitutes
• Cereal bars
With Springer Proteissimo 102, Biospringer by Lesaffre is innovating by exploring the potential of yeast microbial fermentation to offer our customers a new alternative protein source. It is an innovative solution for formulators who are in search of a versatile protein for their non-animal products.
Springer Proteissimo 102 is an animal-free protein with a high digestibility score. These benefits are concentrated into this unique alternative protein derived from fermentation and can be easily formulated into food products without undesirable off-notes. With our product, manufacturers can improve the nutrient profile of their applications, use a true vegan protein alternative which is flexible and easy-to-use. Springer Proteissimo 102 is seasonally and independent with an upcycle profile and limited carbon footprint.
ALTERNATIVE INGREDIENTS & PROTEINS
BIOSPRINGER’S CULINARY CENTER
Biospringer’s Culinary Center network has been created to support our customers with formulation of food and beverage recipes using yeast ingredients. They are committed to providing customised solutions and recommendations based on their strong expertise in food formulation. Our food technologists are dedicated to providing technical assistance to customers, leading to strong and reliable partnerships. They combine their knowledge of customers and their technical expertise to deliver the most appropriate solution. They also develop formulas to demonstrate the benefits of our clean label ingredients in a wide range of food applications, for customer visits and professional exhibitions.
Biospringer – www.biospringer.com
Enhance your chewie fruit gummies
By combining pectin with gelatin, manufacturers can achieve an optimal texture of traditional gelatin-based gums while benefiting from the stabilising properties of pectin.
Fruit gummies have carved out a unique place in the confectionery world, captivating consumers with their chewy texture and delicious flavours. Recently, these popular treats have evolved beyond simple indulgence to become a vehicle for nutritional supplements, including essential vitamins and minerals. Traditionally, gelatin has been the gelling agent of choice for fruit gummies. However, the growing demand for vegetarian-friendly and health-conscious foods has prompted a shift to pectin, a plant-based gelling agent. Pectin is not only in line with healthconscious trends, but also offers technical and sensory benefits, especially when used in combination with gelatin.
PECTIN IN MODERN CONFECTIONERY
Pectin is a naturally occurring polysaccharide found in the cell walls of fruits, especially citrus fruits and apples. It has been used in the food industry for decades, primarily in the production of jams and jellies due to its gelling properties. In the context of fruit gums, pectin is an optimal solution for several reasons:
Vegetarian-friendly alternative: As a plant-based ingredient, pectin is ideal for creating vegetarian or vegan gummies, appealing to a growing segment of healthconscious consumers who avoid products of animal origin.
Improved thermal stability: A key benefit of pectin is its ability to withstand higher
DID YOU KNOW
Pectin
"Pectin's higher melting point compared to gelatin ensures that fruit gummies maintain their shape and texture even in warmer climates or during extended storage."
temperatures. By replacing a portion of the gelatin with pectin, fruit gummies can be produced with improved tolerance to high temperatures, simplifying the manufacturing process.
Improved storage stability: Pectin's higher melting point compared to gelatin ensures that fruit gummies maintain their shape and texture even in warmer climates or during extended storage.
Reduced molding time: Pectin sets faster than gelatin, reducing the time it takes for gummies to form in molds. This allows for faster turnaround times and increases manufacturing efficiency.
FLEXIBLE COMBINATION OR OPTIMAL FRUIT GUM TEXTURE AND STABILITY
The combination of pectin and gelatin offers the best of both worlds. While gelatin provides desirable chewiness and clarity, pectin adds firmness and improves overall texture. This flexibility allows manufacturers to fine-tune the texture and mouthfeel of fruit gums to meet specific consumer preferences.
The use of pectin is not only in line with current health and nutrition trends, but also provides a robust technical solution that
improves the overall production and quality of fruit gummies. In fact, this plant-based gelling agent is the optimal solution for creating delicious, stable and consumerfriendly chewy treats.
ABOUT SAVANNAH
Established in 1990, Savannah retains its start-up philosophy by staying true to purpose:
• Curious by nature – keeps us learning and improving and staying relevant.
• Can-do relates to our positivity and enthusiasm – making us responsive and effective.
• Collaboration – we’re focused on connections that yield value for all.
Savannah offers a value-driven ingredients package that improves the lives of their customers through being constructive, synergistic, and well implemented.
Trusting them with your raw material requirements allows you more time elsewhere – and with time being so precious, how valuable is that? And the value extends further – into the areas of your business where the right ingredients can make the difference between ordinary and brilliant.
The best ingredients at competitive prices, support systems that make sense for your business, and a proven product development capability that sets Savannah apart – an ideal partnership for ingredient success in an ever-tougher market!
is the optimal solution for gelatin in fruit gummies
V E R S A T I L E P E C T I N S
F O R E N R I C H E D G U M M I E S
Pectins under the OBIPEKTIN brand from APECX are famous for their tolerance towards recipe parameters in gummy confectionery. They also have flexible functionality with challenging ingredients such as nutraceuticals, minerals or vitamins.
Advantages of OBIPEKTIN
Versatile pectin blends
Suitable for sugar-free and functional gummies
Multifunctional buffer system
Controlled gelification
Excellent castability
Halal, kosher, non GMO
SNACKS & CONFECTIONERY
Aiming for food security in Southern Africa
The food and mobility issues confronting the region demand innovative solutions, technologies, process solutions and business models, explains Bühler Southern Africa.
OUR COMMITMENT
Bühler Southern Africa is deeply committed to addressing food security, both a regional and continent – wide concern. “We are actively participating in various discussions, highlighting the importance of this issue and our dedication to finding solutions,” comments managing director, Marco Sutter. As a result, the company has started off 2024 in full swing. “Our mission is innovation for a better world. The food and mobility challenges we face demand innovative solutions, technologies, process solutions, and business models,” highlights Sutter. “We want to contribute to a sustainable world that affords the next generation the same chance to live and develop as today’s society. The digitalised world we live in requires higher flexibility and agility to be successful and as a result, a culture based on self-responsibility and collaboration, “says Sutter.
Values are the basics of any company culture, and Sutter highlights that Bühler Southern Africa cares equally for its customers and colleagues. “Our mission is innovation for a better world. What does that mean for us in our region? We have a huge responsibility. We create solutions for safe and affordable food and feed for everyone.
Sutter affirms that Bühler is the technology leader in the industry and sets new trends
with its advanced solutions. “We develop new process solutions and business models for the industry and nurture fresh talent for the region. The world we currently inhabit requires more flexibility and agility to achieve success. Therefore, we need to inculcate a culture of high self-responsibility and collaboration, “says Sutter.
Buhler has been operating in South Africa since 1972 and has over 220 employees at present. Its Johannesburg operation provides
sales and service, project execution and manufacturing and logistics. In addition, it has service stations in Cape Town, Lusaka and Maputo, offering its extensive client base spares and wear parts, roll refluting, and die refurbishment. “We offer a strong and trusted local presence in Africa, with a state-of-the-art workshop and local spares stockholding,” highlights Sutter.
DRIVING INNOVATION FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Every day, billions of people encounter our technologies to cover their basic needs for food and mobility. We strive for innovations for a better world, with a special focus on health, safe, and sustainable solutions. We contribute significantly to feeding the world’s population, while setting the focus on food security and safety. Our solutions and technologies enable efficient and clean mobility. We are a leader in processing grains, rice, cocoa, coffee and other raw materials. Also, we are a leading solution provider of die-casting and surface-coating technologies in high-volume application
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Why we do, what we do:
We want our customers to be successful
We want every human being to have access to healthy food
We want to protect the climate with energy-efficient cars, buildings and machinery
We give you – our employees – all the support and freedom you need to make a difference
We want to remain independent as a company by achieving sustainable success.
What we do:
To achieve this, we develop the best food & feed processing solutions –focusing on food security and food/feed safety.
We develop the best material processing solutions – focusing on energy efficiency and optimal end-products. We provide skills, services and knowledge transfer to enable our employees and customers to be successful.
areas, such as automotive, optics and inks. As a leading technology group, We invests up to 5% of its turnover every year in research and development. In 2024, its
roughly 12, 700 employees in over 140 countries generated a turnover of CHF 3.0 billion. The globally active Swiss familyowned company is particularly committed to sustainability. We want every human being to have access to healthy food. We want to protect the climate with energy-efficient cars, budlings and machinery.
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Innovations for a better world.
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FastBack sets the standard in conveyor technology
With over 20,000 units sold, FastBack stands as the go-to conveyor for handling a diverse range of challenging products, from fresh chicken to snacks, fresh produce, cookies, candies, and beyond.
Its patented slow-forward and fastback horizontal motion technology has revolutionised the industry, setting the standard for excellence.
Originally introduced with the FastBack Horizontal Motion Conveyor, the FastBack lineup now encompasses a comprehensive suite of feeding, proportioning, and lining solutions for product handling. Each solution in the range inherits FastBack’s signature benefits, ensuring gentle product transport through its unique slow-forward and fast-back horizontal motion cycle.
As the unrivaled leader in its field, FastBack continually innovates, incorporating design features tailored to meet customer needs and preferences. These conveying solutions prioritise product integrity, avoiding damage or segregation, and preserving coatings. FastBack reliably handles even the most challenging products, all while remaining energy-efficient, quiet, and adaptable.
PROPORTIONAL GATE 3.0 WITH CROSS FEEDER SECTION
This groundbreaking proportional distribution system by FastBack uses unique cylindrical outlets that rotate to divert a proportional portion of product, so the main product supply continues to flow as it allocates amounts to individual weigher/bagmaker stations. Downstream stations are no longer “starved” and do not need to wait for product.
The patented design introduces various advantages that make it the premier gate in the industry. Proportional, granular feeding keeps product uniform and improves packaging, and on-machine seasoning performance adds 1 to 5% improvement in overall line efficiency. The gentle, innovative design diverts product without creating a single pinch point which reduces typical product breakage by 4 or more percent.
“With over 20,000 units sold, FastBack stands as the go-to conveyor for handling a diverse range of challenging products, from fresh chicken to snacks, fresh produce, cookies, candies, and beyond.”
DID YOU KNOW
The gentle, innovative design diverts product without creating a single pinch point which reduces typical product breakage by 4 or more percent.
Ideal Applications for FastBack Revolution® Proportional Gate include snack foods, frozen fruits and vegetables, confectionery, cereal, pet food, meat and poultry, French Fries and any product which readily conveys on a FastBack.
Heat and Control –www.heatandcontrol.co.za
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LOOKING BACK. PRESSING FORWARD. ALWAYS INNOVATING.
Future Packaging at Propak West Africa 2024
SACMI will showcase its innovative packaging solutions at Propak West Africa 2024, highlighting its leadership in caps and preforms machines, and commitment to environmental sustainability and customer support.
SACMI confirms its long-standing presence at Propak West Africa 2024, a key appointment to connect with customers and stakeholders operating in the strategic West African market.
Besides its global technological leadership when it comes to offering caps and preforms machines, SACMI's strength lies in its ability to accompany its customers in the transition to new standards, in the direction of competitiveness, quality, and environmental protection.
26/22 MM NECK-CAP TRANSITION
SACMI offers the broadest range of solutions for the 26/22 mm neck-cap on the market. Due to its variety of customisation options, this standard is becoming increasingly popular and widespread, while significantly reducing virgin raw material consumption.
Developed for water, CSD, and hot-fill in both tethered and traditional band versions, SACMI solutions meet every production requirement and are certified by leading international brand owners.
All solutions are tested in the SACMI Rigid Packaging Laboratory. This supports customers in identifying the most effective performing solution for specific needs, including design and new product development.
Simple, versatile, future proof: SACMI makes the transition to environmentally
“SACMI offers the broadest range of solutions for the 26/22 mm neck-cap on the market.”
friendly packaging easy and profitable.
One example is the new tethered standard, mandatory in Europe from 2024, which SACMI has addressed by offering the market an agile and versatile solution such as post-processing bandwidth cutting.
The result is maximum versatility for manufacturers who work with international brands and are therefore interested in exploring the potential of this solution, even where the tethered standard is not yet mandatory.
CCM+IPS: THE WINNING COMBINATION
From the product idea to all the technology required to make it, a growing number of customers in Africa are choosing to invest in both the CCM compression moulding machine for caps and the IPS injection moulding machine for preforms.
Taking advantage of a single contact point with a reputation for reliability, such as SACMI (as well as the advantages of newgeneration machines in terms of performance, ease of use, and process control) enables a
partnership that has become increasingly recognised on international markets, particularly in Africa, with continued growth in existing plants as well as greenfield projects.
Quality control, from product to process: SACMI develops both on-machine and stand-alone integrated vision systems for each machine and process step. In particular, the solution integrated into the IPS preform press, with the PVS156 embedded inspection system, is unique on the market. Furthermore, the availability of specific CVS systems for each stage evolves quality control from product to process, allowing these systems to be installed on existing plants as well.
Service excellence: SACMI has constantly invested in improving customer service. In fact, it features offices and branches spread across the continent, supported by the Italian parent company.
Customer support from the earliest stages of the job order and throughout the life of the machines as well as plants - together with the technical support of the Laboratory - are the trump cards of the SACMI product and service. All this guarantees top, worry-free production.
Visit the SACMI stand at Propak West Africa, stand 1B09, 10 -12 September 2024 Landmark Centre, Lagos, NIGERIA.
SACMI – www.sacmi.com
Label applicator world premiere at Fachpack
HERMA introduces the eco applicator, a costeffective, high-quality labelling solution debuting at FACHPACK. It offers advanced integration, flexibility, and future-proof features, ensuring durability and investment security.
HERMA is now redefining the benchmark for cost-effective entry into cutting-edge labeling technology: The HERMA eco applicator is designed for a diverse range of standard applications and will make its world debut at FACHPACK (Hall 3C, Stand 322). It combines outstanding cost-effectiveness and high quality with a level of engineering and manufacturing quality which is unusually high for this market segment. "This means value retention, durability and investment security, even in the entry-level segment. After all, the HERMA eco is produced on the same production line in Filderstadt, Germany, as the high-performance HERMA 500 – and therefore carries within it genuine HERMA DNA," emphasizes Martin Kühl, Head of the Labeling Machines division. Costing the same as the predecessor model HERMA basic, the HERMA eco boasts a multitude of new features. Integration of the new HERMA eco into a packaging system and therefore into a higher-level control system (PLC) is now as extensive and convenient as never before in this HERMA performance class.
HERMA ECO
This is made possible by, among other things, a series of additional I/O signals. In conjunction with the system control unit, these signals enable, for example, the automatic power on/power off function, separate starting of the labeling process as well as manual label dispensing, which is an advantage especially when setting up an applicator. Thanks to these signals, end-of-reel checking is now also possible. Furthermore, the printer and the peel system will in future each have their
“The HERMA eco applicator is designed for a diverse range of standard applications and will make its world debut at FACHPACK (Hall 3C, Stand 322).”
own connections that can be monitored separately. As a result, it will be possible to use, for example, a printer in combination with a pneumatic transfer unit, which will significantly expand the flexibility and possible applications of the new HERMA eco. The HERMA eco is therefore well prepared even for simple pharmaceutical or healthcare systems, not least because it has a master encoder function. This function enables continuous and automatic synchronization with the speed of the conveyor belt. It ensures precision, even at the maximum speed of up to 30 meters per minute for
THE RANGE OFFERS:
Outstanding cost-effectiveness, highquality equipment, high manufacturing quality: The HERMA eco applicator opens new options for standard applications.
Its integration into a higher-level control system (PLC) is now as extensive and convenient as ever before in this HERMA performance class.
In the HERMA online configurator, which is unique in the industry, the new applicator can now be adapted even more comprehensively to individual requirements.
labels with a width of up to 160 millimeters. The newly designed winders and unwinders also contribute to accuracy, thanks to the reduced inert mass. The empty backing paper is removed from the winder quickly and easily by pulling an expanding mandrel off the winding core.
FUTURE UPDATES VIA USB INTERFACE
No changes have been made to the triedand-tested, easy-to-use menu structure with its single operating level. The three operating keys are, however, much larger than on the predecessor model, which improves comfort, especially in difficult environments. Furthermore, the HERMA eco can be updated via a USB interface – this also contributes to investment security and makes the applicator future-proof. The plugs and connecting cables of the HERMA eco are the same as those of the high-performance HERMA 500. Anyone using both models can significantly reduce the storage space required for spare parts.
Individual configuration online: In the HERMA online configurator, which is unique in the industry, the HERMA eco can be adapted even more easily to specific requirements, particularly by mechanical engineers. This applies to, for example, the choice of clearance, installation of a dispensing and peel system or use of the horizontal HERMA eco variant. The possibility of pre-configuring applicators individually can save time and money because design modifications on the customer's premises may then no longer be necessary.
Reliable when things get hot
High-performance laminates require a high level of product knowledge and experience in order to maintain the necessary bond strength over the long shelf life of the packaged products
Food safety is crucial, especially for long-shelf-life products like olives, sauerkraut, soups, and tomato passata. With decades of experience, the adapa Group provides reliable packaging solutions for these demanding applications.
The Italian site adapa Italy Forlì is characterised by the combination of a broad, high-performance portfolio and the experience to use it according to its strengths. Specialising in small and mediumsized companies, the adapa Group site offers retort packaging solutions in flexographic and gravure printing.
Maximising durability - reliable and reproducible: Due to the long shelf life of the products to be packaged, the packaging must perform for months - and at the same time withstand a real stress test at the beginning: Core temperatures of over 121°C, sometimes for hours, and often packaged goods with aggressive, acidic properties such as sauerkraut or chestnuts place the highest demands. At the same time, the long shelf life reduces the flexibility during packaging changes: Having to cancel storage tests after months can set projects back a long way. adapa's experience in the field of retort packaging is therefore particularly valuable here and can save food manufacturers a lot of time and money.
TUNED FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE
adapa has an established portfolio of highperformance laminates for demanding hot applications and therefore offers resilient
packaging solutions for a wide range of products. Whether stand-up pouches, flowpacks, sachets or top films, the films are customised according to the application. The film thicknesses are between 76 and 185 µm and are designed as duplex, triplex or even quadruplex laminates with either solvent-free or solvent-based lamination for maximum performance. PE and PP are available as sealing layers. To ensure successful implementation, the Group's technical application service provides valuable support: on request, packaging launches can also be accompanied by experienced technicians in order to complete packaging changeovers to the full satisfaction of the customer.
"Founded in 1929, adapa Italy Forlì is one of the longest-established sites in the group and a leader in the production of pasteurisable and sterilisable flexible packaging."
ABOUT ADAPA GROUP
adapa Group headquartered in Wiener Neudorf, Austria, specialises in innovative, high-quality and customised highbarrier packaging solutions for the food, tobacco, hygiene and pharmaceutical industries. With its integrated value chain from sourcing of raw materials, extrusion to printing and converting, the company, which was founded as Schur Flexibles in 2012 and renamed in 2022, generates annual sales of about 620 million euros, making it one of the leading companies in the industry in Europe. adapa employs around 2,000 people at 20 sites across Europe, which are highly specialised Centres of Excellence and enjoy technology leader status in their field. Sustainability is at the heart of the company's business activities.
In the spotlight - adapa Italy Forlì: Founded in 1929, adapa Italy Forlì is one of the longest-established sites in the group and a leader in the production of pasteurisable and sterilisable flexible packaging. Thanks to many years of experience and extensive knowledge, those responsible know the way to a successful packaging changeover - without detours and without many failed storage tests. This is not a matter of course for one of the most demanding packaging applications there is. The symbiosis of expertise, machine equipment and committed employees is the key to the optimum product and is appreciated by customers, many of whom have been with us for many years. Environmentally responsible trading also always plays a role. Here, the site's solvent recovery plant makes an important contribution to recycling key components of packaging production.
adapa Group – www.adapa-group.com
Renowned for its expertise in the field of retort applications and equipped with a modern solvent recovery system: adapa Italy Forlì.
PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Africa’s ultimate packaging industry trade
show
11 MARCH – 14 MARCH 2025 | JOHANNESBURG EXPO CENTER
There was great excitement around this year’s Propak Africa 2022 live exhibition, which took place from 8 – 11 March. After four days of unparalleled access to fresh new thinking and the latest packaging initiatives, thousands of potential buyers had met with 200+ sellers of the latest cutting-edge machinery, products, consumables, systems and services. Our exhibitors pulled out all the stops to deliver a world-class show and visitors grabbed the
opportunity to source new products and get great ideas around efficiency improvements, cost containment and better returns for their business. Now our attention is turned to Propak Africa 2025.
SMARTER FUTURES START HERE
The future is coming, fast! With the rapid and continuous move towards automation and digitisation across industries, companies are realising that they need to invest in smarter solutions, products and services if they want to reap the
benefits of staying ahead of the curve. As Africa’s definitive packaging, printing, food processing, plastics and labelling trade exhibition, Propak Africa 2025 will attract thousands of industry decision-makers with purchasing power and influence. The expo provides an unparalleled platform to explore trends, link people and products, build quality business connections, increase brand awareness and facilitate sales.
Propak Africa - www.propakafrica.co.za
Perfect Equation for Premium Chocolate Packaging
Brand maintenance plus high flexibility – not just now, but in the future too as modular secondary packaging technology surpasses manual capabilities.
Premium chocolates require premium packaging and, as a direct result, premium packaging demands highly capable, but very gentle premium packaging technology.
Highly capable and gentle are just two features of the packaging machines, cells and turnkey lines supplied by global packaging expert Cama Group. High speed, compact, modern technology, flexibility, agility and fully digital complete the picture. As a result, Cama’s technologies see deployment around the world, from the biggest blue-chip multinational, down to the smallest, boutique, local specialist.
One recent beneficiary of Cama’s extensive domain expertise is the Ghirardelli Chocolate Company, an American
"The first step in the packaging process involves defining the orientation of the packed chocolates to ensure optimum placement into the servo-driven flighted conveyor within the IT280 loading unit, although the technology is tolerant of minimally skewed packages. "
confectioner, wholly owned by Swiss confectioner Lindt & Sprüngli. The company set a challenge to Cama to develop a secondary packaging process that would ably replace the existing manual process in terms of dexterity, accuracy, and delicacy.
According to Davide Di Lorenzo, sales engineer manager at Cama Group: “The products being packaged comprised flow packed chocolate squares and seasonally branded flow packed chocolate rectangles. This product-mix challenge is compounded by the design of the secondary packaging, which is a small gable-topped box, into which the products are placed in pairs at a rate of 260 packaged per minute. As well as its diminutive dimensions and slightly irregular shape, the packaging is also very Images: Supplied by Cama
aesthetic – promoting the expected quality of the product inside, as a result, gentle, abrasion-fee handling was essential.”
The first step in the packaging process involves defining the orientation of the packed chocolates to ensure optimum placement into the servo-driven flighted conveyor within the IT280 loading unit, although the technology is tolerant of minimally skewed packages. Once oriented, each product is placed into its own separate pocket or flight, after which a pre-set train of products is created.
This train is then picked by a triaflex robot – specially developed in house by Cama, specifically for packaging processes – and the products are placed into individual cartons phased on a parallel conveyor. After loading, the cartons are transferred to the flap-folding station, where the top and bottom flaps are closed and secured using hot-melt, before being conveyed to the machine’s outfeed. The completed packages are then feed into an CL 156 electronic continuous motion cartoning machine.
“Although this sounds like a relatively straightforward packaging operation,” Di Lorenzo explains, “there were a number of immediate hurdles to overcome, including the size and design of the box, both of which required bespoke tooling modifications of our standard solution. In terms of product size and variety we designed a racetrack that can take all chocolate shapes – either short edge leading or at 90°, in fact the pockets are specifically designed to receive both orientations so there would be no need for downtime between batches.
FLEXIBLE PACKAGING
DID YOU KNOW
“And these were just the current challenges. With one eye on the future, the customer also wanted us to factor in higherproduct-count capabilities – all on the same machines – which would see five or six products loaded instead of the existing pair. For this challenge, our packaging design consultancy team got to work and proposed new designs and dimensions that would fit the higher product count, as well as addressing sustainability in its use of less material.
“To cater for the higher throughput, we exploited the modular capabilities
Cama was founded in 1981 and has operations in eight countries, delivered more than 3, 000 machines worldwide.
of the IT280, which allows us to add a second infeed and second robot – taking throughput up to 400 (2 x 200) products per minute. The cartoner is already capable of this level of operation. These expanded capabilities will be demonstrated during testing and FAT.”
Di Lorenzo concludes. “Modularity, flexibility and minimal downtime are pre-
requisites of many of our customers, as they witness the new technologies and capabilities available to them on the wider market. Why do they always come to us? It’s because we have the reputation, skills and broad multi domain expertise to conquer the most difficult packaging challenges with modular technologies that will grow as they grow. Add our packaging design consultancy, extensive global & local support and AR and VR capabilities into the mix and it’s easy to see why we get so much repeat business from some of the world’s biggest brands.”
USS Pactech - www.usspactech.co.za
Cama - www.camagroup.com
EVENT
Propak West Africa 2024
Visitor registration opens for West Africa’s leading manufacturing exhibition and conference. Propak West Africa returns from 10 – 12 September 2024 in Lagos, uniting the industry for three action-packed days. Register now to stay updated!
Propak West Africa returns in September to unite the manufacturing industry across three action packed days in Lagos. With the countdown started until the doors open, now is the time to register to attend and be the first to hear the latest news and updates.
Last year marked the milestone of the 10th Edition of Propak, which saw record exhibitors and visitors at the Landmark Centre in Lagos. Building on from that and growing into the forth hall at the centre this year for the first time, the exhibition continues to go from strength to strength. This years edition, taking place from the 10th – 12th September 2024, will see no less than 250 companies from all corners of the globe descend on Lagos, ready to showcase their product innovations to over 5,500 visitors.
SPONSORS AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMMES
Speciality Pulp and Paper Ltd have taken the Platinum Sponsor position for the 2024 exhibition, with their market leading products taking centre stage. Alongside them from the Nigerian market companies including Alef Recycling, C. Woerman Nigeria Ltd, Betaglass Ltd, JMG Ltd, Krones West Africa, Sacvin Nigeria, SBA Nigeria, Tetra Pak West Africa and Vista International have all confirmed their stands at the exhibition already, looking
to build on their current market share.
Internationally also, many new companies have confirmed their stands at the premier exhibition for the sector with AISA Automation, Carbokene, Coperion, Goma Engineering, MLT Pack Services, Neofyton, Phoenix Industries, Reifenhauser Blown Film, Sacmi Beverage, Snetor Chimie, Tricon Dry Chemicals and Vinmar International ready to meet the West African audience in Lagos.
Alongside the exhibition, this year the organisers have confirmed the return of the KPMG led conference program on the circular economy and sustainable manufacturing, as well as a series of talks in regard to packaging, hosted by the Africa Packaging Organisation and World Packaging Organisation. For the first time visitors will also get the opportunity to witness companies presenting their latest products at the Product Innovation Stage to an intermate audience, allowing questions from the crowd.
BE THERE
Join us in September at the largest exhibition for the Packaging, Plastics, Print, Food-Processing & Labelling industry in West Africa. Place your products and services in front of over 5,500 highly engaged professionals working in Africa’s biggest economy.
DID YOU KNOW
Propak is the largest packaging, food processing, plastics, labelling and print exhibition in West Africa.
With the proximity of the event, the organisers have said there is much more to be announced over the course of the coming weeks and urge all those interested in staying in touch to register for the exhibition and be kept informed of the new conference sessions, exhibitors and features that are in store.
EXHIBIT
Join over 200 global brands in September at the largest exhibition for the Packaging, Plastics, Print, Food-Processing & Labelling industry in West Africa.
VISIT
With the industry continuing to grow yearto-year we’re looking forward to welcoming more than 5,500 visitors this year who will be attending to see for themselves a number of live machine demonstrations, conference sessions and panel discussions
Egypt increases wheat and flour costs
The Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade has raised the price of local and imported wheat for subsidised bread.
Additionally, flour prices supplied to local bakeries have surged to LE 16,000 (US$645) per ton, effective from the beginning of August. This represents a 35 percent increase from the previous price of LE 11,800 (US$460) per ton.
Despite these adjustments, the cost of subsidized local bread will remain unchanged for consumers.
According to an official source cited by Asharq Bloomberg, the government will absorb the additional expenses, equating to 20 piasters (US$0.02) on the ration support card.
As the world’s largest wheat importer, Egypt provides subsidised bread to over 70 million residents through an extensive food
subsidy program.
Earlier in May, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly announced that Egypt raised the subsidised bread price from 5 piasters to 20 piasters, marking the first increase in 30 years. He also noted that the government’s cost for each loaf of bread stands at 125 piasters (US$0.12).
He acknowledged the move would be unpopular but emphasized the need to “rationalize the burden on the state treasury to ensure the sustainability of subsidies.”
The bread subsidy programme costs the Egyptian government nearly US$3 billion each year or approximately 60% of total expenditure on food subsidies.
Notably, Egypt produces a staggering 250 to 275 million loaves of bread daily through the existing subsidised bread system.
According to data from the Ministry of Supply, the real cost of producing a loaf of bread has risen to 1.25 pounds (US$0.026) from 1.15 pounds (US$0.024) a year earlier.
This has put too much pressure on the treasury, given that, recently, the government revised its bread subsidy policy, allowing the selling of discounted bread to citizens not enrolled in its ration card programme through designated prepaid cards.
It’s the only one of its kind in the country to target decision makers in the manufacturing of food, beverages and their related industries. It o ers incisive and authoritative reports on all aspects of the process, from raw material sourcing, to manufacturing and packing, right down to the distribution and marketing of nished goods. FOOD REVIEW informs readers about the introduction of new ingredients, equipment, products and packing, and provides objective commentary on cutting-edge local and international market trends and issues.
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EASY, EFFICIENT AND SUSTAINABLE
From the initial ‘idea’ behind the product to the best technologies to manufacture it: SACMI presents a vast range of solutions, all designed to deliver versatility, sustainability and high performance.
THE COMPLETE SACMI BEVERAGE RANGE
The most comprehensive range available to the industry, all with the SACMI hallmarks of versatility, high performance and environmentfriendliness. SACMI is the only supplier in the industry to develop technologies for every stage of the process and provide comprehensive advice on materials, delivering innovative solutions that span from design to finished product advantages that only a sole
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FROM DESIGN TO FINISHED PRODUCT
How is a new product created? Out of a brand, an identity and, increasingly often, a desire to stand out. To help customers do so successfully, SACMI Beverage has established a new Packaging Centre, a high-valueadded service that provides close customer support: from ‘product idea’ to design and development, and the optimal machine-plant configuration to manufacture it. Regarding PET - one of the market’s most soughtafter materials on account of its excellent recyclability – SACMI has a selection of over 1
000 cap-preform designs co-developed with premium customers worldwide. Moreover, the Packaging Centre helps customers develop new ‘recipes’ to meet specific production and
A VAST RANGE OF TECHNOLOGIES
The Packaging Centre is just one of several services designed to complement the machine/ plant range that SACMI Beverage has supplied to the industry for over two decades.
Ishida Europe has extended its range of QX Flex tray sealers with the launch of a new model, which meets market demands for a compact, high-performance solution. The innovative model also maximises output, capacity and flexibility for medium- to high-volume production lines.
Sustainability is an integral part of Multivac’s strategy. For 60 years, the company’s packaging solutions have ensured that sensitive products globally can be processed efficiently, as well as being packed hygienically, reliably and attractively.
Rotolabel is passionate about the environment and focuses on minimising any negative ecological impact of its products. The company subscribes to the four Rs of packaging sustainability: responsible sourcing; reduction of materials; recyclability and increased recycled content
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