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THE TEAM EDITORIAL
Life is like a box of chocolates
“L
ife is like a box of chocolates. You
help to better prepare you for life’s
never know what you are going
surprises. So, here’s a few of my must-reads
to get.” These were the famous
from this issue of the magazine.
words of the lead character in the heart-
Plan for the year ahead by reading about
warming movie Forrest Gump. Sitting next to
the retail trends that are predicted to
a lady on a bench, Gump used this analogy
have a significant impact on the food and
to explain that life is often full of surprises,
beverage manufacturing industry this year
and you can’t always predict what might
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happen next. If it were me or anyone else in
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In the last two years, one of the
the F&B industry on that bench, however,
major concerns in the food industry has
I think we might have had a few follow-up
been around food safety. Ultimately,
questions for Gump: what is the box made of,
digitalisation of the food industry is just the
is it recyclable and, most importantly, are the
latest tool with which to ensure safe food
chocolates vegan? Yes, for this industry a
and beverage production. Catch up on the
new year means a new opportunity to focus
latest digital advancements in the industry
on the areas that have been identified as top
on offer by Buhler on Page 18.
priority over the last two years – food safety,
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CONTENTS JANUARY 2022 Vol. 49 • No. 1
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WHAT’S NEW
INDUSTRY TALK
Pushing the boundaries of new product development
What is cultivated meat and precision fermentation?
AUTOMATION & INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS
X-RAY AND METAL DETECTION
The role of automation in producing the tastiest yoghurt
The latest cutting-edge technology for metal detection
Delving deeper into the clean label trend
Robotics materials handling systems to give you the competitive edge
Prevent contamination with the best inspection systems
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The importance of food chemistry testing
8 NEWS Plant-based deli is turning this January into veganuary Visit the new Mane Innovation Centre What to expect at the SAAFFI 20th annual seminar Lactalis SA announces new general manager First vegan casein produced using precision fermentation Retail trends to expect in 2022
COMPANY FOCUS Buhler – Food manufacturing in the digital age
28 SMART INGREDIENTS Ingredient options to enhance overall health
20 CEREAL, GRAINS & MILLING The best alternative to sugar
30 FUNCTIONAL BEVERAGES
Overcoming the challenges of grain processing
Discover the best botanicals and natural extracts for your beverages Clean label food colouring solutions Explore innovative flavour profiles for functional drinks
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February GULFOOD WORLD TRADE CENTRE, DUBAI 13 – 17 February www.gulfood.com WINE PARIS & VINEXPO PARIS PARIS EXPO PORTE DE VERSAILLES 14 – 16 February www.vinexposium.com
March PROPAK AFRICA JOHANNESBURG EXPO CENTRE 8 – 11 March www.propakafrica.co.za SAAFFI ANNUAL SEMINAR ONLINE 15 – 16 March https://saaffi.co.za/events/20thannual-virtual-morning-seminarand-workshop/ INTERNATIONAL FOOD AND DRINK EVENT EXCEL, LONDON 21 – 23 March www.ife.co.uk
April FRUIT LOGISTICA BERLIN, GERMANY 5 - 7 April www.fruitlogistica.com LABELEXPO EUROPE BRUSSELS, BELGUIM 26 – 29 April www.labelexpo-europe.com
Magnum launches its vegan range in a new pack size
WHAT'S NE W BAVARIA LAUNCHES TWO NEW 0.0% ALCOHOL BEERS Swinkels Family Brewers, Dutch owners
To coincide with Veganuary,
of the Bavaria beer brand, launched
Magnum is launching its award-
two new products, Bavaria 0.0% Beer
winning vegan ice cream stick
and Bavaria 0.0% IPA, to South African
bars in a new mini-sized multi-
shores in December 2021. For those
pack that includes a selection
seeking an uncompromised yet distinct
of two vegan flavours: Magnum
beer taste, the Bavaria 0.0% Beer is a
Vegan Classic and Magnum
non-alcoholic pilsner boasting a crisp
Vegan Almond.
finish. This beer beautifully balances
The new format offers
bitter and fruity tones, with a pleasant
US and Australia to give it an inviting hop
consumers all the
aftertaste. The alcohol is extracted at
aroma where tropical fruits and citrus blend
indulgence and pleasure
a very low temperature, therefore, it
together seamlessly. It’s entirely unique
of a vegan Magnum but
maintains a refreshing, slightly hoppy
as absolutely no alcohol is formed during
in a smaller size. “Many
taste, delivering a real “beer” experience.
the entire process, ensuring this drink is
of us begin Januar y with the intention of
The Bavaria 0.0% IPA has four specific aromatic hop varieties sourced from the
100% halaal- and kosher-certified. It is an authentic beer taste for beer lovers.
taking a more mindful approach to what we eat,” says Magnum Vice President Julien Barraux. “Our naturally-derived, plant-based vegan minis allow consumers to indulge more often, in an eco-conscious way, with 100% Magnum pleasure.” Just like their full-sized siblings, each Mini Magnum is richly coated in dairy-free chocolate made from coconut oil and cacao butter from sustainably-sourced West African cocoa certified by The Rainforest Alliance. Their smooth ice cream is made from pea protein flavoured with high-quality
OKJA LAUNCHES NEW CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT SPREAD okja, the clean label plant-based food and beverage brand from Cape Town, has just welcomed a new addition to their range – okja Chocolate Hazelnut Spread. The brand, launched in 2019 by Rui Esteves and David Chait, has garnered a cult following amongst Gen Z and millennials with its iconic range of oat milks in bright and bold packaging. The new chocolate spread contains no palm
Madagascan vanilla – a delicious combination
oil – a controversial ingredient in many other
that provides tastebuds with an indulgent
chocolate hazelnut spreads – and no dairy or
creamy experience without the need for dairy.
artificial flavourants. It is just pure chocolatey,
Plus, Magnum will also be introducing a new flavour to its full-size vegan range Vegan Hazelnut Crunch. The new addition promises consumers a velvety duo of hazelnut and caramel flavoured ice cream swirls encased in a layer of luxurious plantbased cracking chocolate with crunchy hazelnut pieces. One more flavoursome way to experience 100% Magnum pleasure, without any dairy.
nutty goodness.
A ‘powerful’ new long-life dairy snack First Choice, manufactured by Woodlands
Shelf-stable or ambient dairy snacks offer
Dairy, has launched Power Cup, a long-
similar nutritional benefits to traditional,
life dairy snack. Developed as a healthy
fermented and chilled yoghurt, but can be
option for in-between meals and made
consumed on the move as it does not need
with real milk, it is packed with dairy
refrigeration. Since it is heat treated, the
goodness and nutrients.
culture is eliminated and not present in the
“Healthy snack options are becoming
final product. The heat treatment extends the
a worldwide trend. Millennials tend to opt
shelf-life, which means the unopened product
for snacks rather than meals due to their
can be stored for up to six months.
busy lifestyles, Gen X wants to cut down
Power Cup is available in five flavours
on sugar, and Boomers are changing their
including strawberry, strawberry and banana,
diets to become healthier due to their
granadilla, cream soda and coconut.
age. Traditionally, yoghurt is a chilled snack typically eaten at breakfast, but the emergence of ambient dairy snacks have changed it into a convenient, anytime snack,” says Marisa Maccaferri, marketing executive for Woodlands Dairy and First Choice.
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NEWS
MANE & DELI SPICES INNOVATION CENTRE
GUDNESS PLANTBASED DELI IS TURNING THIS JANUARY INTO “VEGANUARY”
On 18 November 2021, Jean Mane, President
Gudness Plant-Based Deli is encouraging
Innovation Centre in Cape Town. They
everyone to take the month-long
were joined by Walter Haller (founder of
Veganuary pledge and try vegan
Deli Spices), Thomas Haller (chairman, Deli
this January.
Spices board), Claus Haller (non-executive
Sign up now and every day in January you will receive an email with all the support you need to make trying
of MANE and Samantha Mane, director – EMEA Region, MANE, inaugurated the official opening of the MANE & Deli Spices
struggles and successes with other
director, Deli Spices) and Robin Haller (CEO
Veganuary participants past and present.
of Deli Spices), and all the staff at the centre.
Almost 1 million people have
The state-of-the-art facility integrates
vegan easy:
previously taken part – trying a plant-
research activities and product development
• Daily hints and tips
based diet in January to reduce their
initiatives at one comprehensive site with
• Meal plans and recipes
environmental footprint, protect animals
the support of expert analytical teams,
• Information about the benefits of a
and improve their health.
sensory and food scientists, and top-of-
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weareveganuar y, you
to be part of the worldwide
Alban Damour is the new general manager of
will be able to share your
Veganuary phenomenon.
Lactalis Southern Africa, including Lactalis South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, Eswatini
VIRTUAL IS A REALITY – ARE WE PUSHING SENSORY BOUNDARIES? The countdown to the 20th annual South
devices. How is the industry catering for
African Association of the Flavour &
these diverse needs? The flavour and
Fragrance Industry (SAAFFI) seminar has
fragrance sector has much to learn in this
begun. The virtual seminar will be held
arena, and you are invited to explore this
on Tuesday, 15 March and Wednesday, 16
theme at the 2022 annual SAAFFI seminar.
March and will offer a programme packed with exciting offerings. The 2022 annual SAAFFI seminar, themed
International and local speakers will address topics including flavour trends, fragrance trends, the psychology of the
Virtual is a reality – are we pushing sensory
virtual workspace and the effects of the
boundaries? aims to highlight the initiatives
virtual age on advertising. There will also be
in the flavour, fragrance and related sectors
virtual booths where organisations will have
that are currently influencing thought and
their products and services on display for
practice in the areas of virtual reality and
visitors to interact with them – replicating
the Internet of Things.
the real-life expo experience.
The development of digital taste and
and Mozambique. His appointment came into effect on 1 December 2021. Damour has been employed by the Lactalis Group since 2003 and worked across the world in France, the US and Italy prior to his appointment as the industrial director for the Lactalis Group’s Turkey, Africa and Middle East division. The new GM says the local business boasts “several fantastic assets, including the people, the brands and the know-how we have. Our ultimate goal is to become the leader in each market dairy category. Diversity, innovation, sustainability, consumer and customer satisfaction will be the keys to unlock and secure our future successes.”
The SAAFFI 20th annual seminar is an
smell underscores the importance of
industry event that offers so much for so
cultural dimensions of bodily perception
many. Those who attend are sure to take
in augmented reality and virtual reality
away added skills, useful information and a solid dose of career-oriented motivation. An event not to be missed by any serious professional! There is even the promise of a jam-packed goody bag for the first 200 registered delegates. For more information and to book for the event, go to https://saaffi.co.za/events/
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Alban Damour, GM of Lactalis Southern Africa
NEWS
FIRST VEGAN CASEIN PRODUCED USING PRECISION FERMENTATION The Dutch plant-based ingredient manufacturer Fooditive Group achieved great success with its upcycled natural sweetener, and now they are the first in the food industry to produce vegan casein using precision fermentation. The company, through its unique fermentation process, has been expanded from creating sweeteners to the development of a casein powder without the use of animals. Since casein is one of the main proteins in milk that gives it its unique texture, taste and functionality, the Fooditive team has used the power of food science to deliver an ingredient with all the features of the real animal protein. The key to producing Fooditive’s vegan casein was to first understand the milk formula. This helped the team to recreate an animal-free version of milk casein by using fermentation and ensuring that the process will be scalable for the food industry. Fooditive believes this ingredient will be a game-changer in the food industry because it supports the next generation of milk while simultaneously delivering great taste. The ingredient is also versatile as it is suitable for a variety of applications, from dairy milk formulations to yoghurt, crèmes and cheeses. The ingredient will be the first vegan casein available for applications in the food industry and there is already an extensive list of food developers and food companies – some of them big players in the dairy industry – subscribed to test the ingredient in their products. Fooditive plans to debut the vegan casein this year. “We have been delighted that pioneers and experts in the dairy industry are interested in our vegan casein. We are looking forward to seeing the results in all the different applications and working towards revolutionising the food industry together,” said Moayad Abushokhedim, founder and CEO of Fooditive.
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NEWS
WHAT THIS YEAR’S TROLLEY HOLDS: A LOOK AT 2022 RETAIL TRENDS Retail is renowned for being fast-paced and highly competitive. If anything, the pandemic has only intensified this, with evolving shopping habits and customer needs, and the growing adoption of digital shopping platforms. Alisdair Sinclair, managing director, South Africa at Mondelēz International, looks at the retail trends that will influence the F&B industry in 2022.
South Africans’ shopping habits shifted
2021 – increasing by R98.08 (2.3%)
were willing to pay more for a product
significantly when the pandemic started,
month-on-month, and R400.83 (10.2%)
with a conscience. This indicates that
driven predominantly by lockdown
year-on-year. All indications point
sustainability consistently remains a
restrictions that saw people do bigger,
to this trend continuing, which will
priority for South African consumers.
quicker and more infrequent shops closer
put severe strain on South African
to home – but this behaviour has stuck.
consumers and households – meaning
• The search for the sweet spot means
that brands will have to find innovative
offering the right snack for the right
they live and they buy bigger baskets or
and meaningful ways to help consumers
moment made the right way: Every
trolleys of essential goods so that they
and remain relevant in uncertain and
year, Mondelēz International conducts
don’t have to shop as frequently. More
challenging times.
a global snack trends study, and the
People still tend to shop closer to where
people are also using mobile apps and
most recent State of Snacking report
online platforms to have their groceries
showed that 52% of adults around the
delivered directly to their doors.
world agreed that snacking has been a “lifeline” throughout the pandemic –
These changes are broadly the same across the rest of Africa and globally, and
which is likely to continue going into
are set to accelerate and become more
2022 as the uncertainty created by
embedded: rapid change and volatility will
the pandemic remains. This indicates
continue to define the retail landscape
the importance of snacking right and
going into 2022 and beyond.
empowering people to snack right by offering the right snack for the right
Some of the biggest trends we can expect to see this year include:
moment. This means giving people a
• “Tough times never last, only tough
wide range of high-quality snacks so
people last” – but even the tough are
that they can make informed choices,
going to have to brace for ongoing
making it easy for them to enjoy these
rising food prices: times are only going
snacks when and how it suits their
to get tougher as continually rising
lifestyles, and ensuring that they are not only right for people, but also
electricity and fuel prices drive the cost of food up – and forecasts show
• Sustainability continues to be a top
for the planet through sustainable
that this is set to continue into 2022.
priority for South African consumers
sourcing and packaging. Retailers and
According to the Pietermaritzburg
– so brands need to illustrate their
snack companies need to continue
Economic Justice & Dignity group’s
commitment to behaving in more
forging partnerships that help people
(PMBEJD’s) latest Household
sustainable and eco-friendly ways: a
snack better and make it seamless and
Affordability Index, the average
Mastercard study revealed that 98%
convenient for them to do so.
South African Household
of South African adults are willing to
Food Basket costs
take action to combat environmental
R4 317.56 in October
and sustainability issues, and that 76% feel it’s now more important for businesses and brands to do more for the environment. A Consumer Sentiment in Retail Report for South Africa by Deloitte showed that by 2019, social media conversations around sustainability and environmental impact in retail had increased substantially in South Africa. Millennials in particular were looking for more sustainable brands and products: seven out of ten millennials said they
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INDUSTRY TALK – PLANT-BASED ALTERNATIVES
Plant-based food’s new advanced allies Two cutting edge food technologies - cultivated meat and precision fermentation, both forms of cellular agriculture - which offer similar benefits to plant-based meat and dairy alternatives, are now being developed by South African food-tech start-ups. Director of Proveg South Africa, Donovan Will elaborates more on these novel technologies.
I
nterest in plant-based meat and dairy alternatives is at an all-time high thanks to their promise to replace their animal
product counterparts with an offering that is more sustainable, healthier, and doesn’t require the killing of animals. Currently all major South African retailers stock at least a few plant-based meat alternatives, like the world famous Beyond Meat burger at Woolworths or the homegrown products from the Fry Family Food Co. that have been in supermarket freezers for years. While making plants taste like meat and dairy has been one successful way to get South Africans to reduce their animal product consumption, cellular agriculture is replacing traditional animal products with products that will actually be biologically identical to those that they replace.
“Cellular agriculture produces animal-derived products by growing cells outside of an animal.”
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Donovan Will, Director of Proveg South Africa
INDUSTRY TALK – PLANT-BASED ALTERNATIVES
Mzansi Meat and De Novo Dairy are South African food-tech start-ups that are leading the way locally in cellular agriculture; they are working on cultivated meat and precision fermentation respectively. “Cellular agriculture or CellAg produces animal-derived products (meat, egg, dairy) by growing cells (fungi, bacteria, animal, plant) outside of an animal or conventional farming practices,” says Brett Thompson, co-founder and CEO of Mzanzi Meat. Mzanzi Meat is the first South African company looking to make cultivated meat - starting with beef. “We take a few cells from a cow and then put them in media (that’s what the cells eat - amino acids, minerals, etc.) within a bioreactor. After replicating the process of what happens in a cow's body for about 3 – 4 weeks, we harvest the muscle and fat tissue. We will then add a few spices and combine with ingredients, like plant proteins, to help form our burgers and give them the taste you love,” explains Thompson.
the dairy proteins. Plants would need to
Mzanzi Meat has an optimistic goal of
undergo an enormous amount of processing
having their product (a blend of cultured meat
Protein R&D at De Novo Dairy, explains
to successfully mimic dairy, it is much
and plant-based proteins) available within a
that precision fermentation refers to the
more efficient to just make milk proteins
year, but acknowledges that the initial price
process by which a microbe is engineered
themselves to elicit these characteristics
would be significantly higher than meat.
to produce relatively large amounts of a
onto substitute products.”
This is something they are hoping to address
Joni Symon, co-founder and head of
specific functional ingredient of interest.
Interestingly, there is some research
though economies of scale, and Thompson
The functional ingredient could be a fat,
to support the claim that in some cases
expects “the price point to reduce drastically,
protein or small molecules such as a flavour
plant-based options fall short, with a pan-
on certain cultivated meat products, over the
compound. “At De Novo Dairy, our yeast
European survey by ProVeg International
next 5 – 10 years.”
microbes are programmed to produce whey
indicating that one of the plant-based
proteins - functionally, structurally and
products that needs the most improvement
are likely to compete with dairy relatively
nutritionally identical to those found in cow
is plant-based cheese - which currently
soon after the challenges of scaling up the
milk,” says Symon.
battles to fully achieve the same
production process have been overcome.
characteristics as dairy cheese when
Symon conservatively expects De Novo
require significant capital, and research and
melted. When we look at plant-based meat
Dairy products to be available by early 2024.
development expenditure, and that plant-
alternatives, there are many products that
based alternatives are already successfully
successfully mimic meat. The leading plant-
have significant advantages over traditional
providing similar benefits, one might wonder
based beef-style burgers and chicken-style
animal farming; just like plant-based options
if this new technology is even needed.
fillets are indifferentiable from beef burgers
they can be significantly more sustainable,
and chicken fillets, but currently replicating
healthier, more ethical, and unlikely to
of plant-based options, and don’t see it
a medium rare rump steak or streaky bacon
cause a pandemic. Given the current
being a case of one or the other. The Mzansi
with plant-based ingredients may come
uncertainty around the current and future
Meat team actually plans to include plant-
close, but still falls short of the culinary
impacts of climate change, there is another
based proteins in their first beef-style
experience demanded by most meat eaters.
advantage that Symon points out that these
Considering that these technologies
Both Thompson and Symon speak highly
products. They believe that although plant-
There is also interesting local research
On the precision fermentation side, prices
It is clear that these new technologies
technologies have over traditional animal-
based proteins do a great job in many cases,
from The Creedence Institute that looked
based and plant-based agriculture: they
that in some instances they simply can’t do
specifically at South Africans' attitudes
are “far more resistant to floods, droughts
what cellular agriculture can.
towards cultivated meat, and indicated that
and changes in temperature meaning that
According to Symon, “It will be very
our local population is open to trying these
cellular agriculture is a very robust and
difficult for plant-based products to ever
products. This shouldn’t be surprising given
stable way to provide highly nutritious foods
act as true substitutes as the functionality
that from a taste perspective it will be 100%
to developing countries.”
(like lightness of ice cream, meltiness of
identical to the meat that South Africans are
cheese etc.), taste and texture of dairy
known to love. There is, however, a big hurdle
of these food technologies and it is great to
products is so dependent on the unique
between a population that will try a product,
see that South African food companies are
molecular composition of milk, specifically
and one that will buy a product: price.
at the forefront of answering them. •
Many questions remain about the future
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INDUSTRY TALK
Why your products need to go through a food chemistry testing lab Do you produce the type of food items that need nutritional labels? Is there a chance that your products might be contaminated with harmful toxins? Are you serious about ensuring a strong brand reputation and fostering good public health? If you answered yes to two or more of these questions, then you definitely need your products to go through a food chemistry testing lab.
WHAT IS FOOD CHEMISTRY TESTING? Before a food manufacturer can sell foodstuffs, they must confirm the contents of the product. Through this verification process, your business can ensure that food items meet safety standards. This entire process is called food chemistry testing. The tests that are done can tell you how much carbohydrates, protein or fat is in your product. It can also give you an indication of harmful pathogens and compounds that are present in the item.
WHAT ARE YOUR PRODUCTS TESTED FOR? When you send your products to a food chemistry testing lab, there are various analyses that can be done. Here is a list If your products are not tested, you may be risking the health of those who purchase from you.
of some of the main testing categories:
levels of moisture. because this
1. NUTRIENTS The lab analyses your product
property can affect various aspects of your product including shelf-life.
are safe and of high quality, food chemistry lab testing is a necessity. If your products are not tested, you may be risking the health of those who purchase
to determine the various nutritional components that are present and the
4. TOXIC SUBSTANCES
from you. As a result, you will potentially
quantities of these components. This
Chemistry laboratories also test for
face legal claims, and you will surely lose
gives you the power to ensure that you
harmful components like mycotoxins and
trust from your regular consumers, thus
are compliant with regulations in terms
biotoxins.
affecting your brands reputation. These days, consumers are more aware
of labelling and food content. You can also select to have your products
of food safety than they ever have been
2. WATER
undergo beverage grade carbon dioxide
before. They put a lot of thought into what
Water must be analysed before it is
testing, specialised dairy and milk analysis,
they put into their bodies. On top of that,
deemed safe for human consumption.
and testing for heavy metals, among
regulations have become stricter to ensure
In most cases, your water will be tested
other things.
public health and safety. you are on top of the safety and quality of
minimum values that determine whether
HOW DOES THIS AFFECT YOUR BUSINESS?
water is drinkable.
The law regulates various aspects of the
to put everything you make through a food
sale of foodstuffs. As a food manufacturer,
chemistry testing lab. •
This means that you have to ensure that
according to SANS 241, which sets out four specific risk categories and dictates
3. MOISTURE
you must comply with these laws. To ensure
Your product can also be tested for
that you are compliant, and your products
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INDUSTRY TALK
What’s the buzz about clean label?
There is a lot of noise around the term ‘clean label.’ While it has become the de facto buzzword for all trends concerning diet, health and sustainability, it still has no agreed definition making it difficult for food manufacturers to decide on the positioning and brand promise of new products launched on to the market. Timo Nieraese, senior area sales manager at Lecico delves deeper into the clean label trend.
T
his challenge is not limited to
final choice often depends on whether
in 2026. This shows a compound annual
the food manufacturing industry
a product’s advertising, social media
growth rate of 6.8%.
either. According to a White Paper
and brand promise connects with them.
Consumer association with the term
commissioned by ingredient supplier
However, all the buzz around a product can
now encompasses everything from
Cargill, “... the concept (of clean label) has
leave some shoppers feeling fatigued and
transparency, organic to free-from
gained so much relevance that consumers
overwhelmed by claims.
artificial ingredients, non-GMO and even
are actually seeking out these products without having a strong
locally grown. What resonates depends
projected that global sales of clean label
on specific individuals. But the crux
food products would hit $180 billion,
of the matter is still: consumers are
while worldwide sales of ingredients
becoming more discerning about the
like natural colours and flavours, starch
products they buy. Shoppers are seeking
products at
and sweeteners, fruit and vegetable
out foods and beverages that meet their
a consumer’s
ingredients, flours, and others will jump
specific criteria, and they are willing
fingertips, the
from $38.8 billion in 2021 to $64.1 billion
to switch brands for products that do.
idea of what a clean label is.” With so many
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INDUSTRY TALK
Understanding where your product fits in
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
list of ingredients (62%), the description
the mix is critical.
For brands to succeed and achieve growth,
of ingredients is in plain English (53%),
fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG)
it provides certifications, such as USDA
UNDERSTANDING CLEAN LABEL PURCHASES
manufacturers must understand what
organic (48%), and in-depth nutritional
claims are trending in what category. This,
information (47%), according to
In the USA, 63% of adults say that the
coupled to ingredient suppliers that engage
Transparency Trends: Omnichannel Grocery
ingredients in a food or beverage have at
in an open dialogue with both consumers
Shopping from the Consumer Perspective, a
least a moderate influence on what they
and the food processing industry, could
2020 research report from FMI – The Food
buy, with 64% choosing foods made with
result in building long-term brand loyalty,
Industry Association and Label Insights.
clean ingredients. This is according to the
which is critical for success.
International Food Information Council
Detailed product claims and how
MAKE THE MATCH
(IFIC) June 2021 survey - From Chemical-
consumers perceive them can also offer
As formulators work to match ingredient
sounding to Clean: Consumer Perspectives
a valuable contribution in supporting
selection to the latest clean label
on Food Ingredients. An estimated 20% of
research and development (R&D) teams.
requirements, they will need to strike a
American consumers regularly buy food
Finding out what attracts consumers, via
balance, keeping in mind that the switch to
and beverages because the labelling shows
in-store surveys or during sensory and
more label-friendly ingredients can affect
them as having clean ingredients.
organoleptic panel tests, means that brand
the shelf-life, cost and/or sensory attributes
teams can find the right taste, texture
of the product. When evaluating a
who try to choose foodstuffs with clean
and sensory appeal to match consumer
reformulation strategy, manufacturers may
ingredients, 25% do so with a health benefit
requirements. For example, if a company
have to choose between these attributes,
in mind,” explains Megan Meyer, director of
wants to promote their product as a
and when it comes to the consumer, they
science communications at the IFIC.
clean label, should they opt for a natural
too must make a similar choice.
“Health remains the top motivator. Of those
The specific attributes that consumers
or no artificial ingredients claim or when
With a 100% focus on sunflower, soy,
are looking for covers a wide range and
investing in plant-based products, position
rapeseed and milk lecithin, Lecico’s
respondents in the survey define them as
these as vegan, vegetarian or plant-based?
broad product portfolio includes organic,
follows: ‘not artificial or synthetic’ (22%),
non-GMO and allergen-free lecithin available as liquids, powders or even as
know is nutritious’ (14%), and ‘natural’ (14%).
THE MOVE TOWARDS CLEAR LABELLING
Among global consumers, clean eating means
The concept of clean eating may still be
phospholipids have favourable functional
‘free of additives and preservatives’ (51%),
most strongly associated with natural
properties and are the perfect natural
‘only natural ingredients’ (46%), ‘organic’ (33%),
ingredients, but it is gradually evolving into
ingredients for clean labelling. •
‘sustainably sourced’ (33%), ‘unprocessed’
‘clear’ labeling with more transparency
(31%), ‘ethically responsible’ (27%), and ‘sticking
about how food is made and the impact
to my diet principles’ (17%).2
it has on the world, according to Lu Ann
‘organic’ (16%), ‘fresh (15%), ‘something they
The Covid-19 pandemic’s ongoing impact on consumer behavior is also helping to expand clean label criteria. A 2020 New Hope
Williams, global insights director at Innova Market Insights. “In periods of uncertainty, we look for
Network NEXT Data and Insights survey found
safety,” Williams explains. “But transparency
that consumers said they were placing more
means more than just safety. It means
importance on both personal health (77%)
different things to different consumers.”
and environmental or planetary health (67%) during the pandemic than they did in 2019.
Shoppers say a brand or manufacturer is transparent if it supplies a complete
high concentrated fractions. Lecithin and
REFERENCES • https://www.cargill.com/doc/1432106811290/clean-labelwhite-paper.pdf • https://foodinsight.org/ific-survey-from-chemicalsounding-to-clean-consumer-perspectives-on-foodingredients/ • https://www.newhope.com/tags/next-trends-2020 • https://go.euromonitor.com/white-paper-productclaims-2020-leveraging-product-claims-data.html?utm_ source=foodbeverageinsider&utm_medium=article&utm_ • Transparency Trends: Omnichannel Grocery Shopping from the Consumer Perspective, a 2020 research report from FMI
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COMPANY FOCUS
A changing digital landscape:
How the food industry needs to adapt Two constants have always dominated food production. Consumers want their food to be safe and of the highest possible quality. What has changed over the centuries is how this is achieved. Ultimately, the digitalisation of the food industry is just the latest tool with which to achieve these goals.
data science is,” explains Bühler’s
sets from past production cycles to build
digital officer Stuart Bashford.
a deeper understanding of how best to
“We can maximise that value by combining our data science capability with the in-house domain
optimise outcomes with different qualities of raw materials. Being able to present customised
knowledge and process expertise - this
data sets remotely, provides the kind of
is where we can really derive value and
transparency that supports well-informed
benefit for clients by developing state-of-
collaborative decision-making. Applying
the-art digital solutions that can increase
algorithms to your production cycle based
hile quality and safety still
our customer’s production yield, improve
on industry-wide data sets and analytics
underpin all aspects of
their quality and cut their waste. The key
means always having the smartest
food processing, today’s
point is you have to know what to do with
operators in charge of your production
challenges for food
the data.”
process all day, every day.
competitive and complex nature of the
FACTORY AUTOMATION
BÜHLER’S DIGITAL PLATFORMS
industry they operate in. They face ever-
In addition to the real-time analysis of
Mercury Manufacturing Execution
changing demands around profitability,
production parameters, automation is
System (MES)
sustainability, transparency, shifting
another key benefit of digitalisation to
Mercur y MES is the platform by which
consumer demand, food waste reduction
the food industry. In a world where audits
producers are able to automate their
and skilled labour shortages. Digitalisation
are a constant requirement, whether
production process. At the heart of
enables the food industry to meet these
for food safety requirements or client
the platform is the Base System able
further challenges, some of which are being
quality controls, automation is able to
to seamlessly exchange information
driven by climate change, demographic
monitor a process from end product to raw
being generated throughout the
shifts and global population growth.
material, through second-by-second digital
production process, to display production
traceability, along with audit logs of each
parameters in real time remotely and
user interaction.
to provide automated control of the
W
producers also revolve around the highly
BÜHLER AND THE DIGITALISATION OF THE FOOD INDUSTRY
accurate sampling and the ability to
modules then automatically control
With a global reach stretching over 140
integrate data from different sources.
different aspects of production, including
countries and over 160 years of experience
An example is being able to digitally feed
recipe management, maintenance,
in the food processing industry, Bühler’s
sales and customer orders into production
warehouse management, food safety or
longevity in this industry means that it
parameters.
the data analysis.
two industrial revolutions. Strong client
BENEFITS OF DIGITALISATION
of the whole production process in terms of
relationships born out of generations of
Digitalisation means being able to eliminate
the composition of different raw materials
supplying machinery to the food industry
the variables and unknowns that impact
and the ability to monitor the quality and
means Bühler has earned trust and is able
quality and efficiency by knowing what is
quantity of raw materials being added at
to lead change and support clients through
happening in real time at every point of
all stages. Sampling is a key part of the
the next step in the evolution of food
your food production process. Digitally
quality process. Mercury MES allows the
manufacturing.
recording and analysing production data
seamless incorporation of sampling at all
makes it possible to see how parameters
different stages and the automatic storage
the strategic differentiator for Bühler.
directly impact your end product.
of historical data for both food safety and
Delivering customer value derived from
Comparisons can then be made with data
client auditing.
Digital automation also enables more
Mercury MES gives the producer control
has supported clients through the past
“Designing digital solutions is not
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complete plant process. Different
COMPANY FOCUS
Bühler Insights Bühler Insights is a flexible digital platform that provides customers with Internet of Things connectivity while connecting with a range of modular digital systems that monitor different aspects of the production process. Customised dashboards then present this real time data remotely and store all data in the cloud. By ensuring all
"Designing digital solutions is not the strategic differentiator for Bühler. Delivering customer value derived from data science is."
key data can be accessed across a business
and provide insights when deviations from the drying curve are likely to result in structural defects. Digitalisation in the feed sector Feed mills operate in a very similar way to flour mills. Raw materials are stored and then a recipe is applied to optimise animal nutrition and the ingredients are added together to produce animal feed in pellet
in real time, customers are able to make
form. The same digital platforms exist in the
far more informed and faster production
Temperature Vibration Management Service
feed industry with Bühler Insights providing
decisions. Greater transparency also allows
Aimed specifically at the milling sector,
the analytics and Mercury MES providing
Bühler to help make industry-specific
this service is able to monitor both the
the automation.
recommendations to improve productivity.
temperature and vibration of the roller that
One digital service that is generating
Analysing historic data means the
grinds the grains to produce flour. Too high
interest is Bühler Insights Replay. This
customer can detect trends and set up
a temperature at any point in the roller can
service allows the customer to record
benchmarks across multiple plants or
lead to quality degradation. Algorithms also
all their production data and display
production lines. Complex algorithms
alert the operator to a potential problem
it visually and then replay production
facilitate machine learning, predict
and what action should be taken to address
parameters to see exactly what happened
production outcomes and provide proactive
a temperature imbalance across the roller
historically. This replay function allows
recommendations about optimising
or to reduce wasteful energy consumption.
faster diagnosis when problems arise
production parameters. Bühler Insights is a
as well as the ability to analyse past
dynamic platform through which clients are
ISorter Monitoring System
production to optimise processes. It also
able to access a growing portfolio of digital
Designed to remove defective food from
provides a record of historical scale data
services designed to increase and fine tune
product such as coffee, grains or nuts by
so the producer can look back and see
product quality and food safety.
colour, texture and shape or to recognise a
where there has been an overdosing or
piece of foreign material, Bühler’s range of
underdosing of an ingredient. Scales have
complement each other and create a
optical sorting solutions combine very high-
to be operating at optimum efficiency to
complete digital portfolio.
quality camera and lighting technology
ensure the right quantity of ingredients
with machine learning software. Accuracy
are in the product.
Bühler Insights and Mercury MES
BÜHLER’S DIGITAL SOLUTIONS
and sorting speed are critical in the food
Silo Monitoring
business and Bühler machines can sort
COMPANION SERVICE
All food production starts with a raw
30 000 to 40 000 grains a second. In the
Bühler realises that it is creating services
material and the silo is where it is typically
past, the efficacy of the sorting process
that may be completely new for its
stored. Bühler Insights Silo Monitoring
could only be judged after the event by
customers, so it has created the Companion
enables the food producer to see what is
the purity of the end product. However,
Service to make sure every business
happening in the silo at any moment and
in recent years these sorting machines
receives the right level of support while
to have that data presented in real time on
have been designed to link into digital
making the transition to digital solutions.
Bühler Insights. Sensors attached to cables
technology platforms such as Bühler
Bühler also offers a service that provides
are dropped through the silo, feeding data to
Insights and plant automation systems.
insight reports created by an industry
Bühler Insights for every storage segment.
Sorting data can now be collected, stored,
specialist to help customers interpret the
analysed and displayed in real time on
significance of the data being provided on
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
customised dashboards. Sorter Insights is
dashboards. These reports can be produced
OEE is designed to provide operating
able to report on a client’s customised KPIs
monthly and are used as the basis for
transparency at all levels of a company from
through Bühler Insights while the Bühler
person-to-person support either through a
board member to operator. It gives oversight
Sort Control solution allows the customer to
site visit or virtually.
of a whole plant or individual machines by
control all their sorters centrally.
feeding real-time data into Bühler Insights
Cheaply available sensor technology along with ever-increasing processing
relating to machine utility compared to its
PastaSense
power, data storage and communication
usage at full capacity. Data feeds monitor
Pasta production is a complex process
capacity have facilitated a fourth industrial
availability, performance and quality across
involving tight controls over variables such
revolution. Like other industries, the food
plant production lines. This data can then
as protein, ash and water content along
sector is having to adapt to a changing
be distilled into a key performance indicator
with colour and drying parameters. Bühler
technological landscape and Bühler, with its
that gives an instant indication of machine
PastaSense allows the producer to see in
years of industry experience, is on hand to
integrity. For larger producers this high-level
real time that the right composition is in
help guide the transition. •
overview also allows managers to compare
place to achieve the desired end product.
between plant efficiencies over time to see
Visualised data at the digital dashboard
where there may be production shortfalls.
help achieve optimum moisture content
Buhler - www.buhlergroup.com
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CEREAL, GRAINS & MILLING
Can we have our cake and eat it? Over the last few years, governments have been raging a war on sugar. Mexico stood out as one of the first countries to enforce warning labels on high sugar products. South Africa picked up a piece of the pie when a sugar tax was implemented in 2018. Is there an alternative to this ongoing war? Is there a substitute to satisfy our sweet cravings?
M
alt extract syrup is a natural
flavours of all your favourite foods, from
sweetener, colourant and flavour
gravies to frozen desserts.
enhancer derived from malted
Although the war on sugar will continue,
barley grain. Many people think of the
why don’t you watch it from a distance,
flashy billboards advertising single malt
perhaps with a slice of cake?
whiskey, when they hear the word malt or the television adverts displaying beers
MALT EXTRACT SYRUP
made with 100% malt. Are you aware that
There are many benefits of malt extract
this simple ingredient is used to fuel your
syrup, including:
breakfast cereals and even beverages?
• No added sugar tax
Malt extract syrup gets its sweetness from the maltose found within the barley kernel. It is roughly half as sweet as golden
• Clean label • Suitable for all food and beverage types
syrup and is packed full of vitamins. Malt is
• FSSC 22000 approved
not only a healthier alternative, it also not
• Halaal and Kosher certified •
affected by the sugar tax. Its distinctive malty taste brings out the mouthwatering
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CEREAL, GRAINS & MILLING
How seed and grain processors can profit from the latest sorting technologies The increasing global demand for seeds and grains, including seed corn and coffee beans, is a great opportunity for food processors to swell their revenue streams. To profit from these expanding markets, however, it is necessary to overcome some operational challenges. Here we identify those challenges, take a brief look at the technologies available to solve them, and explain why they can open doors to new business.
BIG OPPORTUNITIES
imperfections aren’t tolerated. This makes
makes it essential for processors to
One main reason for the booming
it more important than ever for processing
prevent non-GM foods from becoming
popularity of seeds and grain - and for
lines to detect and eject foreign materials,
cross-contaminated with GM foods.
experts forecasting that sales will keep
defective products, cross-contaminated
It is also important to prevent cross-
rising for years to come - is income growth
products and products contaminated with
contamination, resulting in products
in highly-populated developing nations.
mycotoxins. One mycotoxin, aflatoxin, is
containing unintended ingredients, such as
Every year, millions of people find they
a real concern. This naturally-occurring
soy, which are allergens.
have more money to spend on fast-moving
poison can contaminate corn kernels
consumer goods, including food. The other
intended for use in foods for human
REASONS FOR OPTIMISM
main reason is the strengthening trend,
consumption, and yet is extremely difficult
The good news is that all of these
particularly in developed nations, for
to detect.
challenges - even the well-hidden threat
healthy foods. Shoppers are increasingly
Another challenge is that supply lags
posed by aflatoxin - can be met by using
looking for ‘clean-label’ products containing
behind demand for many types of seeds
modern optical sorting machines. Industry-
natural and nutritious ingredients, meaning
and grains, but it can take years to plant
leader Tomra Food offers a wide range of
that seeds and grains are being added to
more crops or enhance crop yields. This
sorting solutions with various levels of
more foods than ever before.
means processors must be more effective
sophistication to perform tasks of varying
than ever at reducing food waste. It is no
complexity. These machines are precisely
a blip on sales graphs. Market researchers
longer acceptable to use outdated sorting
calibrated for specific food applications
forecast that during the next five years the
methods that discard large amounts of
and highly effective for many types of seed
seed market will expand in annual value at
good product when rejecting bad products.
and grain. Tomra machines are currently in
a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of
Besides this, rejecting too much good-in-
operation around the world, sorting seed
6% - 8%, rising from $63bn in 2020 to $85-
bad is throwing away potential income.
and feed corn, dry beans, lentils, chickpeas,
90bn in 2025. In the same period, the grain
Yet another challenge, certain to
market is expected to expand at a CAGR of
become more widespread in the near
pumpkin seeds, and roasted and unroasted
about 6%, from $1,150bn to $1,556bn.
future, is the emergence of genetically
coffee beans.
This is more than just a consumer fad or
modified (GM) crops. Though the sale of
dry peas, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds,
As well as enhancing food safety and
PROCESSING CHALLENGES
GM foods will become more commonplace,
product quality, Tomra’s sorters also
The key challenge facing processors is that
they are unlikely to be welcomed by all
deliver other benefits. These machines can
new sales conquests are most likely to be
consumers and may even be restricted
grade to specification, increase removal
made in export markets where product
or banned by some food regulators. This
efficiency, minimise false rejects, reduce or
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CEREAL, GRAINS & MILLING
eliminate the need for manual intervention,
in superior-quality pulses. The company’s
and reduce or eliminate dependence on
CEO, Vicente Jiménez Blanes says, “When I first saw this machine in operation, I knew
manual labour.
it was exceptional, but I never imagined
What’s more, these machines are
what it was capable of. The results are
designed to be easy to keep clean, improve food hygiene and be easily
amazing. 99.9% product purity and we
maintained, reducing line downtime. As
have gone from processing 500kg/h to a total installed capacity of 5 000kg/h.
Tomra’s machine platforms are robust and their optical sensors are optimally
Installing the two Nimbus BSI+ machines is
located, sorting performance remains
the best thing we’ve done in our company’s
stable even when working conditions are
57-year history.” Another very satisfied user of the Tomra
dusty or subject to temperature extremes.
3C and the Ixus is Termont & Thomaes, a
Users find there is little or no degradation in
successful business in the Netherlands that
sorting performance from the beginning of in superior glass and foreign material
specialises in the sale of legumes, grains
removal. The double-sided RGB cameras,
and seeds. Ettienne Notschaele, process
WIDE-RANGING SORTING SOLUTIONS
combined with high intensity LED
operator at the company’s plant in Biervliet,
Tomra’s sorters can inspect materials
lighting, remove the subtlest colour and
commented, “With Tomra’s machines,
passing along the processing line
shape defects. The high-speed ejection
product quality and process quantities both
according to their shape, colour, structure
valve results in an exceptionally low rate
increase. The result of using the Tomra
and biological characteristics. Which of
of false rejects and the intelligent auto-
3C and the Ixus is lower yield-loss and
these capabilities a machine possesses
cleaning sustains the machine’s optimum
happier customers. We are also very happy
depends upon its technical specification,
performance.
with the guidance and help we get from
a shift to the end.
which will incorporate one or more ways
• The Nimbus BSI+ uniquely combines
Tomra, whose team really put their heads
of ‘seeing’: x-ray, high-resolution cameras,
lasers with NIR, visible spectroscopy
together to come up with solutions to help
lasers, near-infrared (NIR) optical sensors
and Tomra’s patented BSI+ scanner,
us progress.”
and Tomra’s unique Biometric Signature
which can detect objects’ biometric
Identification technology.
characteristics. This is also a free-
TEST AND DEMONSTRATION CENTER
fall machine: a feed shaker or hopper
To ensure that operators extract each
suited to seeds and grains:
uniformly spreads the product over the
machine’s full potential, Tomra provides
• The Ixus Bulk employs the latest X-ray
free-fall chute and after the product
onsite training for customers, as well as
and imaging technology to detect high-
falls down to the inspection zone,
making technical experts accessible via
density foreign materials such as metal,
it is scanned by cameras, lasers or
a helpline. With the recently-launched
stones, glass and plastics.
BSI+, or a combination of these. A few
smartphone app Tomra Visual Assist, Tomra
milliseconds after this assessment is
field service engineers and customers can
seed corn industry, is an affordable
made, the defects are hit with a precise
work closely together even when they are
sensor-based machine for sorting and
and powerful burst of air that sends
thousands of miles apart.
grading ear corn husk, defects, disease
them into the rejection zone while the
and size.
good product continues its natural free-
centers. These show tests via a live video
A variety of Tomra machines are best-
• The Zea, developed specifically for the
Tomra also has online demonstration
fall. The Nimbus BSI+’s sophisticated
link, with viewers encouraged to ask
cameras with LED lighting plus laser or
technologies enables it to ‘see’ through
questions, make requests and direct one
NIR units to remove foreign materials
a broader spectrum than other machines
of the cameras showing the proceedings.
and product defects. This affordable
and to make more accurate decisions
After the test’s conclusion, observers are
and compact machine needs very little
about the acceptability and grading of
provided with a video and report, which
floor space and is loved by operators for
materials on the line. When equipped
quantifies results in detail.
its intuitive Tomra ACT user interface. It
with the BSI+ scanner, the Nimbus is
works by pouring infeed materials into a
capable of detecting both colour and
customers can be confident of a machine’s
hopper, then sending the feed to fall onto
chemical composition in the same pass,
capabilities and suitability before deciding
a vibration plate, which is spread evenly
and of removing unwanted materials
to invest in the technology. It’s an
on an infeed chute. The materials then
and product defects that would get past
investment that pays back in many ways: by
fall further into a detection area, where
other sorters undetected. When the
differentiating better-equipped processors
they are inspected by a dual laser and
Nimbus is equipped with the Detox laser
to gain them a competitive advantage;
double-sided high-resolution cameras. In
module, it can also detect the presence
by opening new doors to markets which
a matter of milliseconds, the intelligent
of aflatoxin.
demand high product standards; and
• The Tomra 3C combines high-resolution
These demonstrations mean that
by protecting that most valuable of all
inspection system rejects all defects. The acceptable product continues
One of the businesses that have
through the accept chute while the flaws
significantly benefitted from using the
are diverted via the reject chute. The
Nimbus BSI+ is Legumbres Selectas Sierra
dual laser-induced scattering results
Nevada, a Spanish enterprise specialising
business assets - brand reputation. •
Tomra Food - www.tomra.com
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AUTOMATION AND INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS
Good work, good yoghurt The yoghurt producer La Fageda has been proving every day for 25 years that a business run by a team of people including persons with disabilities can be successful. The recipe for this is a mix of solid personal commitment, local raw materials and a clever marketing concept.
T
he goal: produce the tastiest
another 20 000 in two other machines.
yoghurt. But how do you do that?
Until recently, there was no continuous
Well, there is a way to do it, and it’s
level measurement here. The capacitive
much different from the methods of the
sensors that were installed for maximum
big market leaders in the food industry. La
and minimum level detection are now
Fageda, located in the Garrotxa district,
being used as "alarm sensors". However,
is one of the region's largest employers.
the company wanted to optimise the
Of the 310 employees, 180 are physically
filling process, so it was looking for a
handicapped, mentally ill or mentally
continuous measuring system. Ultimately,
disabled. Hardly anyone here can handle
an engineering company recommended
eight-hour workdays, yet management
the guided radar sensor Vegaflex 81, which
provides an appropriate job for everyone.
is appreciated in many industries for its
The company, whose product portfolio
reliability and versatility. The big advantage
includes not only yoghurt, but also ice
of Vegaflex 81 is its independence from
cream, jams and desserts, has long since
temperature, pressure and vacuum.
made a name for itself outside Catalonia.
There is no build-up that could become a
Vega sensors control the level to keep the yoghurt filling process running smoothly.
The idea for La Fageda came from the
problem for Vegaflex 81, because the funnel
psychologist Cristóbal Colón, who decades
has a self-cleaning system inside. However,
reliable measurement in the cleaning
ago was looking for meaningful jobs for
the problem for many measuring principles
fluid tanks. Vegapuls 64 operates at the
the patients of the hospital in which he
is the foam that forms as the yoghurt passes
high frequency of 80 GHz. As a result, it
worked. After various attempts, the La
through the funnel in the container. A
measures very reliably and independently of
Fageda estate was acquired. Initially, the
small agitator at the bottom of the yoghurt
deposits, foam, internal fixtures or density
focus was on the sale of milk. When the
container can also lead to inaccurate
fluctuations. The front-flush, encapsulated
quota regulation of the EU was introduced,
measurements. Vegaflex 81 is particularly
antenna is easy to clean and resistant to
it was no longer profitable to continue
non-sensitive to foam and build-up on the
the extreme conditions of the SIP and CIP
with milk alone. For that reason, La Fageda
probe. That’s why the instrument can cope
processes. What is more, the radar sensor
concentrated on yoghurt production. The
with this "disturbance" and deliver reliable
easily meets the hygienic requirements with
company focused on producing the tastiest
measuring results, ensuring that the filling
process fittings according to 3A and FDA.
yoghurt on the market. Their secret is
system runs smoothly.
quite simple. The yoghurt is produced in
Tests with Vegapuls 64 showed that the instrument had no problems with the
ENSURES HYGIENIC CONDITIONS – DEPLOYMENT IN CIP TANKS
foam generated by the soda. So, the control
At another measuring point, the non-
measurement phase and rely on the data
RELIABLE SUPPLY FOR FILLING
contact radar level sensor Vegapuls 64
supplied by Vega. In the production area itself,
La Fageda's production is subject to the
was used. These instruments are located
operating times could now be successfully
same standards of productivity and hygiene
in two CIP return tanks in another part of
optimised, because waiting until the tank
that are common in the food industry. Strict
the facility. One of them contains water and
was empty was no longer necessary.
requirements are placed especially on the
soda (3% Na2CO3), and the other water and
Before the deployment of continuous level
filling equipment, which must function
3% acid to ensure CIP cleanliness. In the two
measurement, employees never knew exactly
like clockwork. This is where the yoghurt
tanks, Vegapuls 64 continuously measures
how much cleaning fluid was left in the tank.
is fed into the filling machine. Here, the
the level of the cleaning agent used for
filling level is continuously measured in a
cleaning and sterilising the system. Here,
sophisticated technology with solvents,
small feed container during the filling of
the foam generated by the soda and the
La Fageda’s employees can concentrate
the various yoghurt and dessert varieties.
constant circulation of the liquid became a
on their main task – producing the tastiest
A constant level is necessary to ensure
challenge. It can have an adverse effect on
yoghurt in Catalonia. •
that the filling machine does not come to
the level measurement.
the traditional way, without whey powder, thickeners or colourants.
a standstill. Every hour, 12 000 yoghurt cups are filled in the one machine, and
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technicians decided to forgo a longer test
Thanks to the equipment and
The extremely tight focusing and high dynamics of the sensor enable precise,
Vega - w w w.vega.com
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15 cm
Compact design
Hygienic adapter system
Adjustment via smartphone
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AUTOMATION AND INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS
Food safety has cast a laser sharp new focus on industrial robotics Securing reliable food production is a critical concern that highly accurate, cost-effective robotics systems are helping South African food manufacturers achieve while enhancing profitability. Kobus van Zyl, sales engineer at HG Molenaar expands on this.
O
ur markets are powerfully
especially our US clients, operational costs
motivated by the returns their
are a major concern.
investments are providing from
Adopting new technology can give you
The advantages of robotics materials handling systems include format handling flexibility, lower maintenance costs,
reliable, dependable production capacities
a competitive edge, whereas delaying
reduced operational costs that result in
unobtainable from traditional labour-
innovation puts you at risk of falling behind.
faster return on investments, and with
driven approaches. We are seeing a similar
We experience this first-hand at the HG
ever-improving integrated vision systems,
trend in our US market with some of the
Molenaar manufacturing facility where
the opportunity for robotic applications
key food manufacturers.
we continuously invest in automation that
increase exponentially.
We experience that for the global market,
demonstrates solid returns.
Due to the drive towards automation by our major clients in the US, we established a centre of excellence in California staffed by highly qualified mechatronics engineers and technicians. Further backup is provided by our team of engineers based in South Africa. The challenge for customers, of course, is finding a single-source supplier capable of delivering the comprehensive solution for these many elements in-house. That includes from skilled mechatronics engineers who can perform software simulations, to technicians, and sectorleading equipment capable of reliably delivering profitable production capabilities. Skilled and experienced integrators provide conveyor systems that connect the dots. Once deployed, food manufacturers require the after-sales service that maintains high production availability. •
Robotics materials handling systems flexibly handle various formats, and reduce maintenance and operational costs. The futuristic human machine interface depicted here could simplify operation.
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"Adopting new technology can give you a competitive edge, whereas delaying innovation puts you at risk of falling behind." HG Molenaar - w w w.hgmolenaar.com
AUTOMATION AND INDUSTRIAL INDUSTRY ROBOTICS TALK
IO-Link accelerates digitalisation of process plants IO-Link is enjoying increasing popularity with demand for the communications standard growing rapidly, especially in the F&B industry. The fieldbus-independent technology for point-to-point communication is easy to use and provides a cost-effective way to digitalise industrial plants. Endress+Hauser, a leading provider in the industry, offers a wide range of IO-Link products for a large selection of process parameters.
I
O-Link is regarded as an established
support our customers with IO-Link sensors in
standard for measurement devices with
numerous fields of application,” says Rob Sips,
basic functionality offering advantages
strategic account manager for the group’s
such as data transparency and additional
international business.
control through digital technology. actuators is especially popular with suppliers
ANALOG SIGNALS AND DIGITAL COMMUNICATION
of machines or skids for the F&B industry.
The majority of the IO-Link sensors can
Particularly for utilities, devices with basic
be optionally operated in analog mode
functionality are well suited; instruments
(4–20mA) with simple configuration changes
with a rich set of different functionalities
to the instrument, thus allowing production
would unnecessarily increase complexity
workflows to remain in place. If extra
and costs.
information such as diagnostic and service
Integrating IO-Link-capable sensors and
data is required, in addition to the actual
BROAD OFFERING FOR THE F&B INDUSTRY
process parameters, an installed IO-Link-
Endress+Hauser is a leading global supplier
a digital signal.
Endress+Hauser offers a wide range of process instrumentation with IO-Link technology for digital communication.
capable instrument can be simply switched to
of process instrumentation for the F&B
and harbours tremendous potential for the digitalisation of process plants,” says Oliver Hansert from Endress+Hauser Digital
such a broad and deep range of products
A SIMPLE AVENUE TOWARDS INDUSTRY 4.0
and services. Our comprehensive IO-Link
“Although IO-Link is not the most powerful
with IO-Link interfaces support the acyclic
portfolio clearly illustrates this position. As
communications standard for process
transmission of helpful metadata to ensure
a strong partner for process automation, we
engineering, the technology is cost-effective
stable and efficient production. Furthermore,
industry. “No other manufacturer offers
Solutions. Endress+Hauser instruments
the smart sensor profile is designed for simple engineering, which reduces the effort required by plant operators to integrate sensors into their systems.
NEW ADDITIONS TO THE IO-LINK PORTFOLIO Endress+Hauser offers a comprehensive product portfolio of IO-Link-capable instruments for all relevant process parameters. The company recently introduced the Smartec CLD18 compact conductivity sensor, IO-Link versions of the PMP51, PMP55 and PMC51 pressure transmitters and the Deltapilot FMB50 level transmitter. With these new additions to the IO-Link portfolio, customers can exploit the benefits of digitalisation in a cost-efficient manner. •
Endress+ Hauser - w w w.endress.com More and more plants in the food & beverage industry are being digitalised with fieldbus- independent IO-Link technology.
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SMART INGREDIENTS
Healthier Ageing: The importance of a healthy blood sugar management In a recent Beneo and Health Focus International survey, 85% of those aged 50 showed a willingness to take charge of their health, realising that their short-term health depends on how well a person takes care of themselves. An important way of doing this is through changing what they eat and drink with 30% of consumers aged 50+ saying that the primary reason for them choosing healthy foods and beverages is to ensure good health in the future, with another 28% choosing these products to enhance their daily health.
SMART FOOD CHOICES STRENGTHEN THE INNER DEFENCE SYSTEM
obesity, metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes,
sugar intake. However, the key to promoting
diabetes, coronary heart disease and
healthy ageing through blood sugar
Supporting the immune system is a key part
more. An important way to address this
management is through the right choice
of healthier ageing. A key recommendation
is through a change of diet. Food choices
of carbohydrate. The ideal carbohydrate
to supporting immunity is to manage blood
and ingredients that can reduce the blood
provides the necessary energy for a person’s
glucose levels as well as sustaining the
glucose response will become increasingly
metabolism, it triggers a low and balanced
gut microbiome with gut-friendly foods
important, and low glycaemic functional
rise in blood glucose and a low increase in
containing prebiotics. Traditionally, high
ingredients, such as the balanced sugar
insulin, as well as encourages fat burning
blood glucose is linked to those with pre-
isomaltulose, are playing a growing part in
rather than fat storage.
diabetes and Type 2 diabetes, however,
this process.
The goal for any food producer interested in promoting the long-term health of
blood glucose levels also influence the
BENEO’S LOW GLYCAEMIC FUNCTIONAL INGREDIENTS
consumers should be the development of
clear during the Covid-19 pandemic when researchers found that high blood glucose
According to a consumer survey conducted
profile. This is only possible by selecting
was a risk factor independent of diabetes.
by Insites Consulting on Beneo’s behalf, 78%
the right ingredients. A case in point is
Having high blood glucose levels is
of 65- to 75-year-olds in Asia, Europe and
the increasing popularity of isomaltulose,
closely linked with being overweight,
the US are now paying attention to their
chicory root fibre (inulin, oligofructose) and
innate immune system. This became very
"The goal for any food producer interested in promoting the long-term health of consumers should be the development of food choices that deliver a lower glycaemic profile."
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food choices that deliver a lower glycaemic
SMART INGREDIENTS
isomalt functional ingredients in product
almost non-digestible
development. With a low glycaemic profile,
carbohydrate that
these ingredients can help in the creation
provides half the
of foods and beverages that promote blood
calories of sugar, while
sugar management.
also having an almost
Beneo’s Palatinose (isomaltulose) is a
negligible effect on
slow-release sugar. It is made from sucrose
blood sugar and insulin
that is naturally sourced from sugar beet. It
levels. Isomalt also
is also naturally found in honey. Palatinose
supports dental health
is unique in its ability to deliver a lower
and carries an EU health
rise in blood glucose, while delivering
claim for being tooth-
full carbohydrate energy (4 kcal/g). Its
friendly as well as an
slow uptake results in a low and balanced
US health claim for not
blood glucose response, making it an ideal
promoting tooth decay.
ingredient to help support blood sugar
Chicory root
management. No wonder, therefore, that
fibres, such as Beneo’s Orafti Inulin and
stability, manufacturers are increasingly
almost two thirds of European 55- to
Oligofructose contribute to a low glycaemic
looking to functional ingredients, such as
75-year-olds in a consumer survey found
diet by replacing available carbohydrates
slow-release carbohydrates, to support
Palatinose appealing due to these unique
and enriching the food with dietary fibre.
consumer health goals. Working with food
characteristics. Additionally, this unique
At the same time, numerous studies have
and drink providers worldwide, Beneo can
sugar carries EU health claims for being
shown that prebiotic chicory root fibre
help producers create exciting solutions
tooth-friendly and providing a lower blood
nourishes the beneficial gut microbiota,
that promote long-term health, while
glucose response.
supports blood sugar management and
offering immune support. •
Beneo’s sugar replacer Isomalt supports a low glycaemic diet by making tasty and enjoyable sugar-free confectionery and other food products possible. It is an
weight management together with digestive health and wellbeing. With Covid-19 driving consumers to boost their long-term health, immunity and mental
Savannah Fine Chemicals – www.savannah.com Beneo - www.beneo.com
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FUNCTIONAL BEVERAGES
Trends in functional beverages Innovation in the food and beverage industry continues to be high and driven by consumers’ demands for provenance, clean labels and natural functionality. In 2020, the global functional beverage market was worth $102 billion. From 2019-2024 the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.66%. The global floral flavours market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.95% from 2018-2022.
F
unctional ingredients, such as
expected to reach $7.59 billion by 2025,
such as guarana extract, tea extract or
botanicals, are becoming key for
growing at a CAGR of 8.7% between
green coffee bean extract has become
manufacturers looking to deliver
2017-2025. The Covid-19 pandemic has
very popular. Botanicals offer clean, pure
healthy, fun beverages that address
accelerated the transition of consumers
ingredients that appeases the consumer
consumer demands for health and
from sugary drinks and soft drinks to
need for transparency and sustainability
wellness in their everyday lifestyles.
functional beverages as they search for
for products that are not only good for
The global botanical extracts market is
beverages that will offer health benefits
them, but also better for the planet.
or other functional applications. The demand for healthy hydration, has
Fresh mint
seen a rise in the popularity of bottled
for the pharmaceutical, healthcare,
water, as flavoured still and sparkling
personal care and F&B industries. With
waters and enhanced waters are considered
175 years of experience in the field of
to provide healthy hydration on-the-
natural products, they have a wealth of
go. Ready-to-drink tea is also a healthy
knowledge and expertise. Their range
hydration option that is seeing a rise in
of natural products meet the food and
popularity with young consumers that
beverage market needs. The products are
regard it as an acceptable alternative to
available in liquid or more concentrated
traditional soft drinks. This demand has also
semi-viscous forms to support a wider
seen an increase in interest in probiotics to
range of beverage related applications.
boost immune health. Nootropic ingredients
method development, from laboratory
adaptogens to help balance moods are also
initiation through scale up, to full
increasing in popularity with consumers.
commercial production at our GMP Naturals are perfectly positioned to deliver
alternatives to sugar are in high demand
customer specific project solutions. They offer single botanical extracts
from botanical distillates. The trend
ideal for enhancing beverage flavours
for natural continues in energy drinks
and functionality, such as elderflower,
with around 15% of new energy drinks
ginger, elderberry and Rooibos extracts.
launched carrying the claim of natural.
They expect to see increasing demand
Using caffeine from natural sources,
for superfood extracts that support
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compliant site in Hitchin, UK. Ransom
healthier products, natural and functional as are no- or low-alcoholic ‘spirits’ derived
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They provide product, process and
to enhance cognitive health and
As part of consumer demands for
Basil
Ransom Naturals is a leading developer and manufacturer of botanical extracts
FUNCTIONAL BEVERAGES
Ransom Naturals Lab
healthy bodies and healthy minds, such as elderberry, ginger, turmeric, guarana and adaptogens that support a positive
Some of the most popular extracts Ransom
mood and wellbeing, such as the newly
Naturals supplies associated with natural
developed ashwagandha extract.
energy and concentration that are perfect
suitable for beverages you are looking for
for natural energy drinks include green tea
a reliable supplier of science based natural
a single customer blend of botanicals
extracts, guarana extracts, yerba mate,
solutions, please do not hesitate to get in
that offers a unique taste and flavour
schizandra extracts, coffee bean extract,
touch with the team at Ransom Naturals. •
profile. These products are blends of
siberian ginseng, korean ginseng and ginkgo
botanical extracts that target particular
extract.
Ransom Natural’s Genus Extract is
areas of functionality, for example,
Kerry Market Research Report
Botanicals that can replicate traditional
relaxation, improved cognitive response,
spirit flavours without the alcohol and are
cardiovascular and digestive health.
natural with positive health associations
Ransom Natural offers blends that are
include juniper, coriander, citrus fruits,
unique and produced through one multi-
cinnamon and liquorice.
component extraction, improving cycle times and simplifying the facilitation of
REFERENCES https://linchpinseo.com/trends-shaping-the-functionalbeverage-industry/ Global Floral Flavors Market 2018-2022 TechNavio. https://www.foodbev.com/news/the-rise-of-functionalbeverages/ https://wholesalemanager.co.uk/dynamic-growthenergy-drinks-are-up-in-both-value-and-volume/
If you want to learn more about botanicals and natural extracts that are
SK Chemtrade - www.skchemtrade.co.za
finished formulations. Some examples of the extract blends that could be used for functionality include: Awake • Botanical extracts associated with energy, concentration and digestions • Potential extracts: ginseng, green tea, turmeric and ginger Focus • Botanical extracts associated with cognitive function and energy • Potential extracts: guarana, gingko bilboa, yerba mate Relaxation • Botanica extracts associated with relaxation • Potential extracts: hops, mint, valerian, passionflower, lemon balm
A leader in science based natural solutions that improve health and enhance life •A wide range of extracts from natural sources designed to deliver great taste and functionality to food and drinks •Robust secure supply chains and sustainable sourcing of quality raw materials •Focus on provenance, traceability, and ethical sourcing •Rigorous quality control on the raw materials and extract produced
ransomnaturals.com
Elderflower
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FUNCTIONAL BEVERAGES ADVERTORIAL
Discover the benefits of plant-based colours Made from edible fruit, vegetables and plants, Exberry Coloring Foods enable manufacturers to deliver vibrant shades while maintaining completely clean labels.
I
n the age of social media, it is more important than ever to ensure food and drink products provide striking visual
appeal. In fact, 56% of consumers now say they like the food they eat to have bright and intense colours. However, the rising importance of clean and clear labels can leave manufacturers with a challenge. Today’s shoppers expect their products to be made with ingredients they know and trust – and artificial and even ‘natural’ additive colours are among the ingredients that can provide real cause for concern. Across Africa and the Middle East, for example, 58% of consumers say they look for ingredients that they do not recognise when checking labelling, while 71% say they are concerned about ingredients that sound chemical. Exberry Coloring Foods can provide the solution. Based on the principle of colouring food with food, they are made from edible, non-GMO fruit, vegetables and plants using physical processing methods such as chopping and boiling. As a result, they can be described on the ingredient list in a way that is easy for shoppers to understand, such as “Coloring Food (concentrate of carrot and radish).” Exberry colours can be used in almost any food and beverage application and, with the right approach, they can provide vivid shades from across the whole rainbow. This year, for example, vibrant red colouring foods are leading the way, fueling innovation across a vast array of food and drink products. From hot-chili confectionery and brimstone bread to juice shots and hibiscus cocktails, manufacturers are utilising eye-catching red hues that demand attention and can make a real impact on social media. Crucially, Coloring Foods ensure widespread consumer acceptance as well as visual appeal. Research shows that
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"56% of consumers now say they like the food they eat to have bright and intense colours."
ADVERTORIAL
more than six in ten shoppers globally find
Plant-based claims are on the rise globally,
colouring in the form of concentrated juice
with a 37% CAGR for food and beverage
from fruits, vegetables or other plants
launches between 2016 and 2020. Exberry
appealing. A study of consumers in the UK,
Coloring Foods are made from fruit,
US and Australia, meanwhile, shows that
vegetables and plants, therefore, they are
fruit and vegetables are considered by far
a perfect fit for almost any plant-based
the most natural source of colour for food
product, from meat and dairy alternatives
and drink.
to vegan-friendly confectionery.
As a plant-based colouring solution,
FUNCTIONAL BEVERAGES
While Coloring Foods can deliver bright
they can also help manufacturers tap
shades comparable to synthetics, they are
into one of the industry’s biggest trends.
not a plug-and-play solution and achieving optimal results requires knowledge and experience. GNT has been working with Coloring Foods since the company was founded in 1978. This experience has enabled them to develop exceptional process-engineering expertise and means they can help our customers find solutions to almost any formulation challenge they might face. GNT’s experts are available to help customers through every step of the commercialisation process, from colour matching and stability testing all the way through to regulatory support and upscaling. They can even offer inspiration for your products, providing insights on market trends and concept innovation based on decades of experience. Using Exberry Coloring Foods makes it possible for manufacturers to develop the colourful, clean-label food and drink that modern shoppers demand. With hundreds of shades and a wide range of products available, the possibilities with Exberry are almost endless. •
REFERENCES 1 FMCG Gurus 'Flavor, Color, & Texture Trends in 2021' (2021) 2 FMCG Gurus 'Clean Label and Naturalness: Determining what consumers want and how to provide this' (2020) 3 FMCG Gurus 'Clean Label and Naturalness: Determining what consumers want and how to provide this' (2020) 4 Murley, T. & Chambers, E. 4th. ‘The Influence of Colorants, Flavorants and Product Identity on Perceptions of Naturalness’ Foods (2019) 5 Innova Market Insights 'Powering Up on Plant Protein' (2021)
Carst & Walker (SA) Pty Ltd - https://carst.co.za/ Contact Carst & Walker on +27(0) 845821162 or email gwyneth.melvin@carst.co.za
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FUNCTIONAL BEVERAGES
Healing through herbs, blossoms and roots Functional beverages play an essential role in modern life and contribute to nutritional well-being. Personalised in content, size, shape and appearance they are especially popular with Generation Z and their fast-paced lifestyle. Easy distribution and the possibility of convenient storage, whether refrigerated or as shelf-stable product, make them ideal for any climate.
A
"Besides greattasting classic flavours like ginger, pineapple, mango and lime, Silesia also offers new innovative profiles."
special feature of these drinks is the incorporation of desirable nutrients and bioactive compounds, such
as antioxidants, dietary fibers, prebiotics, proteins, peptides, unsaturated fatty acids, minerals and vitamins. Functional drinks are often equated with energy drinks, although the product range is much larger and more varied. It is not only energy, but also brainpower, nutrition, immune boost, recovery and relaxation. There are rehydration solutions, probiotic drinks, energy drinks, fruit and vegetable juices, herbal and fruit teas, fortified water, milk
L-theanine, ashwagandha, magnesium
drinks, non-dairy drinks and others.
and vitamins, covered by thrilling flavour combinations such as pineapple-guava,
The hype started with energy drinks,
cherry-banana or grapefruit-lychee.
which has since evolved from a niche
Many South Africans are concerned about
product to an attractive, yet affordable, everyday drink. Whether for work, study or even as a trendy mixed drink in nightclubs -
Claudia Braune – Product Manager at Silesia
their immune system. Furthermore, they are paying more attention to their physical,
energy drinks have made their mark. Besides
of citric acid for more naturalness and fruit
emotional, mental and spiritual well-being,
great-tasting classic flavours like ginger,
juice content plus stimulating guarana
and looking for ways to reduce stress and
pineapple, mango and lime, Silesia also offers
extract.
improve brain function. Nowadays, there
new innovative profiles. Try Silesia’s trendy
The development of functional drinks
are new drink products with immunological
energy drink with superfruits, e.g. grapefruit
leads one-step further to multifunctional
ingredients. Silesia is embracing this trend
flavour/guarana with claims of 30% less
drinks. Lifestyle-specific personalised
with their Jamu concept! Jamu looks back
calories due to sweetening with agave syrup
nutrition is gaining traction. Since the
on 1 400 years of history as a traditional
instead of sugar, juice concentrate instead
2010s, the video game industry has
Indonesian wellness drink, whose focus is on
increased rapidly. The commercial
the health of the body and mind as well as
importance manifests itself in
the inner and outer beauty. With ingredients
almost half of world´s population
of juice, turmeric and ginger, Jamu means:
being active video gamers. Silesia
“Healing through herbs, blossoms and roots!”
has developed a concept for
In addition to their beneficial ingredients,
e-Gaming drinks that provides
this Jamu drink concept has an outstanding
gamers with customised drinks
taste profile with the baobab flavour,
according to their needs. BeFirst
tamarind/mandarin flavour, yuzu/coconut
– Gaming Drinks, with natural
blossom flavour or date/pepper flavour.
and non-natural flavours are
The field of functional drinks offers many
intensively flavoured functional
more opportunities. Get in contact for
drinks for health, concentration
further tasteful inspirations. •
and a sharp mind. A kick for the consumer with stimulating ingredients like niacin, caffeine,
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Silesia - www.silesia-aroma.com Foodspec - www.foodspec.co.za
X-RAY AND METAL DETECTION
Choosing the right inspection equipment for fresh produce Growers and fresh produce companies are pursuing strategic partnerships in order to innovate their inspection processes and ensure the quality and safety of their products. As a leading food processing industry supplier, Heat and Control understands the importance of inspection equipment for the fresh produce industry.
H
eat and Control’s inspection
“Metal detectors perform differently
systems are designed to meet food
depending on their application. Choosing
industry safety standards and as the
the right metal detector is important and
complexity of these lines increases, so does
should be based on the type of produce
the technology needed to keep fresh produce
you intend to run. If it contains a high level
safe. Having a metal detector or using
of moisture, temperature or high levels of
digital sorting equipment at the end of the
salts, it will require multiple frequencies
production line allows African growers and
to reduce/eliminate the product affect it
fresh produce companies to easily comply
generates,” says Rossouw.
with global and industry safety standards and meet the demands of quality and safety conscious retailers and consumers.
Most metal detectors are only able to Cutting edge technology in metal detection has seen the invention of a multi-spectrum system.
generate and inspect with one frequency at a time, which is not sufficient when the objective is to detect the smallest metal
PROTECT YOUR CUSTOMERS AND YOUR BRAND
INSPECTION PROCESS EXPLAINED
defect. “There are several brands of metal
Developing and maintaining an effective,
detectors on the market that claim they
Inspection equipment plays a crucial role in
verifiable inspection process is no longer
can detect multiple frequencies, but not
preventing product recall. One safety recall
an option for processors. Innovative
at the same time. Cutting edge technology
is enough to ruin years spent establishing a
technology is available that can not only
has seen the invention of a multi-spectrum
good reputation. The costs associated with
detect foreign objects, but will operate
system. This new generation of metal
a product recall are much more than just
simply, efficiently and at high speed while
detectors can eliminate false rejects without
loss, return or exchange of tainted produce,
at the same time allowing for the collection
reducing sensitivity. Using proprietary multi-
it can mean loss of brand rapport and
and retention of production run data.
spectrum technology, it can consistently
customer loyalty. “If the pandemic has shown us anything,
detect smaller metal particles in difficult
METAL DETECTION
products like wet spinach,” says Rossouw.
it is that many things are out of our
The primary purpose of metal detection
control. However, something that is in our
is to detect for metal contamination. This
is primarily about quality control and
While metal detection in food processing
control, is how we protect our brand and
part of the inspection process can occur at
consumer protection, it also protects other
our customers,” says Heat and Control
several points throughout the production
machinery in the production line because
general manager – Africa, Jeff Rossouw. “By
line. The metal can come from sources
even the smallest metal particle can lead to
choosing the right inspection systems you
like contact parts in machinery or cutting
machinery malfunction, resulting in revenue
give yourself peace of mind.”
knives that break during processing.
decrease thanks to production downtime. Choosing the right inspection system for your fresh produce application is an important decision and can be a complex process. Heat and Control service a range of customers from startups to large multi-nationals, across industries and applications, and can offer practical knowledge and support. Visit a test facility for a free demonstration or contact Heat and Control South Africa. •
A digital sorting system being used on frozen blueberries
Heat and Control - www.heatandcontrol.com
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X-RAY AND METAL DETECTION
Quality assurance of milk powder Tchin Lait, franchisee and sole agent of the French Candia Group, is extremely interested in ensuring consistent product quality. On the one hand they want to protect consumers, and, on the other hand, they want to protect the brand image of Candia and the Tchin Lait Group.
M
ilk and dairy products are subject to strict and rigorous quality criteria, particularly when the product is packaged directly in its native form (e.g., powder for instant preparations). Unlike ultra-
high temperature or pasteurised milk, powders pass through a more complex path in the process. It is much safer due to filtration batteries and other trapping measures during the various processing stages and, due to the heat treatments that are carried out during processing operations, carries an even lower risk. In this regard, it is only possible to prevent the risks of contamination due to foreign bodies or similar from occurring by using appropriate means to detect, examine and remove these contaminants that are foreign to the finished product.
SC-E-4000 X-ray scanner from the WIPOTEC-OCS SC-E family
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X-RAY AND METAL DETECTION
Milk powder passing the X-ray scanner.
rounders in foreign body detection. The machines have a diode line detector with
EASIER TO HANDLE THAN MILK: MILK POWDER
0.4mm resolution.
Due to its short shelf-life and high transport
METAL DETECTORS ARE NOT ENOUGH
which is also used to control the systems,
and storage costs, milk is not easy to
In the production lines at Tchin Lait, milk
always displays the current X-ray images of
handle, even after processing into
powder is bagged in metallised pouches of
the milk powder pouches being inspected
secondary products. Milk powder is,
varying pack sizes. Even though foreign
during operation. Tchin Lait employees can
therefore, a welcome alternative when it
bodies can be removed via screens and
use the ejection history to take a closer look
comes to making milk non-perishable and
magnetic separators in the upstream
at the X-ray images of any rejected milk
storable. This is done for export and
production of milk powder, it was essential
powder pouches.
stockpiling purposes, for demand in
for Tchin Lait that the milk powder bagged
countries with high temperatures or for the
in its sales packaging should then be
industrial production of milk from milk
examined for foreign bodies one more time
powder. It is only necessary to add water to
METAL DETECTORS FAIL IN METALLISED PACKAGES
before being shipped.
Metal detectors were unsuitable for
the powder to turn it back into milk or even instant baby formula.
According to Abdeltif Arbouche, project
The central 15" colour TFT touchscreen,
ensuring the quality requirements for
manager at Tchin Lait, the supplier of the
foreign body detection at Tchin Lait. The
plant had not provided for any X-ray
X-ray scanners from Wipotec-OCS, however,
regions, consumers are turning
inspection of the packaged milk powder
proved their worth. Despite metallised
increasingly to milk powder to make
when designing the line. Originally, one
packages, the detection performance of the
reconstituted milk (milk obtained by adding
production line had been equipped with a
SC-E 3000 X-ray scanners remains at the
water to skimmed milk or whole milk
metal detector for this purpose, but its
high level Tchin Lait stipulates for its lines.
powder) or instant baby formula. Among
performance turned out to be inadequate
In the run-up to installation, customer-
dairy products, this is one of the most
as the milk powder is packaged in metallised
specific tests conducted at Wipotec in
sensitive products with the highest quality
pouches. The metal detector was only able
Kaiserslautern proved that the SC-E could
requirements; recall campaigns in this
to detect very large metal foreign bodies in
reliably detect specified foreign bodies in
sector are considered to be extremely
these pouches.
metallised pouches in a test environment.
In hot countries, particularly in southern
detrimental to the image because the end
Then, after integration in Béjaïa, it was
users are particularly in need of protection.
X-RAY SCANNERS DETECT MORE
For risk-free and safe use among
At Tchin Lait, however, they were thinking
also reliably achieved during operation at
customers, producers are increasingly
even further ahead. The main causes of
line speeds of 60 packages per minute.
relying on advanced quality assurance of
contamination in the milk powder are
the milk powder.
upstream production processes. Tchin Lait
shown that the detection performance was
considered the possibility to find glass,
FOREIGN BODY DETECTION WITH END-OF-LINE X-RAY SCANNERS
X-RAY SCANNER SUPPORT IN SOUTH AFRICA
stainless steel or aluminium in the milk
USS Pactech is the supporter for the X-ray
powder. If this were the case, it would be far
scanners from Wipotec-OCS in South Africa.
Tchin Lait is one of the leading suppliers of
too much to expect metal detectors to work.
Their specialist in sales and service help
ultra-high temperature (UHT) milk and milk
They cannot detect either glass or ceramics,
local companies in supplying safe food. •
powder products in Algeria. The company
nor can they find stainless steel of the
chose the SC-E 3000 X-ray scanner from
required size in metallised pouches. The
Wipotec-OCS for the quality assurance of
scanners of the SC-E series from Wipotec-
milk powder products. The SC-E systems are
OCS enable very low false rejection rates
X-ray scanners and unmistakable all-
coupled with excellent detection accuracy.
Wipotec - www.wipotec-ocs.com USS Pactech - www.usspactech.co.za
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LABELLING
Speedy labelling response for soaring demand Wisefood, a leading producer of edible drinking straws, turned to Herma for quick and uncomplicated support with sourcing a labelling machine. The Herma top & bottom labeler 652C was ordered, delivered and ready to go within just one week. Thanks to its simple operation, great versatility and performance reserves, the machine represents a future-proof investment for Wisefood in the light of soaring demand.
D
rinking straws that are not only
was recently presented with a massive
our products by hand,” says Wisefood co-
edible but also taste good – rarely
challenge. When Wisefood won an order for
founder and CEO Philipp Silbernagel. “But
before has a serious environmental
several hundred thousand packs of straws,
it was immediately obvious that we needed
problem been eliminated so deliciously.
it was asked to label a batch of 60 000
a different solution for such a large order.”
The Bavarian start-up that invented the
units within two weeks. But how? “At the
The company responded by turning to the
super straw – Superhalm in German –
time, we had a crew of helpers and labelled
self-adhesive solutions specialist Herma.
Major order fulfilled in next to no time – the HERMA top & bottom labeler ISW_FEEL THE COLOUR 177 x 65 copy.pdf 1 2021/09/07 652C was ordered, delivered and ready to go within just one week.
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Wisefood has already shipped more than 50 million edible straws to over 30 countries – for simple, yet precise top & bottom labeling, the successful start12:20 PM up trusts in HERMA labeling technology.
LABELLING
versatility, simple operation and future-proofing. In addition, Wisefood had to be certain that its labels could be applied with precision to the rather unsteady packaging material.
AS INTUITIVE AS A CELL PHONE Measured against these criteria, the Herma top & bottom labeler 652C has proven the ideal solution for Wisefood. Thanks to innovative quick-change systems and touchscreens, the two integrated Herma 500 applicators facilitate rapid job setup. They can also be operated separately. The menu “We are hugely impressed by the machine’s ease of use and HERMA’s speedy response”, says Philipp Silbernagel, CEO of Wisefood.
is configured so that users can always navigate to the desired menu item with three clicks at
Within just one week, the Herma top &
long in chilled and alcoholic beverages.
most. Favourite parameter settings can
bottom labeler 652C was ordered, delivered
Although it has a pleasant sweet and sour
be displayed directly on the start screen.
and ready to go. “We set up the labelling
flavour, the straw does not affect the taste
Setting up the Herma 500 is, therefore, an
machine ourselves, spoke to the Herma
of the drink. It’s no surprise, then, that
intuitive task, just like using a cell phone.
support team twice by phone and then got
Wisefood has already sold more than 50
Designed to process as many as 250
cracking. We are hugely impressed by the
million edible drinking straws. Founded
products a minute, the labelling machine
machine’s ease of use and Herma’s speedy
as recently as 2017, the company now
also offers sufficient reserve capacity,
response.” In the one week that remained
exports the Superhalm and other single-
which is a good thing. Novel solutions are in
to fulfil the order, the 60 000 packs were
use tableware to more than 30 nations. A
demand following the EU’s ban on disposable
labelled and ready to be shipped.
variety of decorative and product labels
plastic straws from July 2021. Compared
are applied to the front and back of the
to disposable paper products and reusable
EXPORTS TO MORE THAN 30 COUNTRIES
drinking straw wrappers, depending
drinking straws made of plastic, metal or
on the target countr y. “The size of the
glass, the edible Superhalm occupies a
The Wisefood Superhalm is produced
individual batches and orders varies
formidable position, insists Silbernagel,
primarily from a blend of grain and apple
enormously, from one thousand to more
“Several studies and numerous awards have
pomace, which is a by-product of juice
than one hundred thousand packs. On top
identified the edible Superhalm as the most
production. If the straw is not eaten, it
of that, overall demand is growing ver y
suitable alternative.” •
biodegrades within two weeks. It remains
fast,” comments Silbernagel. Alongside
stable for around an hour in drinks served
rapid availability, the main reasons for
at room temperature and for twice as
selecting the labelling machine were its
Herma - www.herma.com
WE WILL HELP YOU MAKE THE SMART MOVES Experts in Flexibles, Shrink Sleeves and Pressure Sensitive Labels For further information on how we can help build your brand contact our Project Development team on Tel +27 31 502 5050
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LABELLING
How labels have become more sustainable Artem Krukov, labelling business development directorat at Sidel talks about trends in labelling and how a greater focus on sustainability and flexibility is changing the way labels are created and applied.
Q What are the most important challenges in labelling for the beverage industry?
BOPP labels (plastic roll-fed labels for
world are eager to reduce the amount of
wrap-around application). This is a very
glue for three reasons:
important step in bottle labelling, since
1) More glue equals higher costs
Similar to the manufacturing industry as a
containers labelled with shrink sleeves
2) Less glue usage positively impacts
whole, beverage producers are searching
are difficult to recycle. Hence, the shift to
for greater efficiency and lower total cost
BOPP labels not only provides recycling
of ownership (TCO) for their labelling
capabilities, but also helps companies
3) Glue affects the recycling process.
equipment. There is also a significant focus
reduce their carbon footprint even further.
Most importantly, customers want to
main interfaces for communication with
Q What do you mean by that?
the consumer. Companies are changing
Historically, labels have caused issues
their labels constantly to respond to fast-
with PET recycling to food-grade standard
changing consumer preferences.
because the label or the glue has affected the recycling process. Today there are
Q How is labelling becoming more sustainable?
several initiatives that can minimise this
By reducing label thicknesses and surface
wash-off glue development and glue
areas, customers can cut costs and improve
application minimisation.
impact, namely label surface/size reduction,
the carbon footprint of label production and working to ensure that labels do not affect PET recycling. Another important trend is the conversion of labels from shrink sleeves to
higher efficiency
address all of these factors without
on sustainability. The label is one of the
the labelling process. Label producers are
machine cleanliness, which leads to
Q All drinks manufacturers focus a lot on glue characteristics. What is the reason for this? We can observe this tendency via two trends. First of all, customers around the
sacrificing product quality. The second trend can be seen only in some countries: Customers want to increase glue distribution to make label application more solid and stable. Sidel has developed a unique solution that fulfils both requirements, namely by leveraging the BOPP solution, we have developed a laser-engraved glue roller (a standard scope for the roll-fed machine portfolio). Thus, we can have better control of glue distribution and repeatability. As a result, the label can still maintain its optimal quality even with less glue. At the same time, we can manage higher glue quantity as well, and it will be distributed more efficiently over the entire glue strip surface.
Q How does Sidel integrate sustainable solutions in labelling? Sustainability is always at the heart of Sidel. We make every effort to minimise the impact on the environment. The Sidel EvoDECO labelling solutions minimise electricity and glue consumption via the new melter and glue distribution control. With an integrated glue tank in the roll-fed labeller, a patented vertical melter and heating control, glue is melted on demand and always circulated at a precise temperature and in smaller quantities, increasing label application quality. This enables reduced glue consumption and prevents glue degradation, glue filaments, and glue splashing, for better overall quality and improved sustainability. The solution The EvoDECO Multi brings next-level modularity into labelling
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offers 40% less electricity consumption
LABELLING
and needs no gears and transmissions and, therefore, no lubrication.
Q About lightweighting, how has the move towards lighter bottles affected labelling? Packaging design has a critical impact on the efficiency of the entire supply chain. Over the past 30 years, we have more than halved the weight of a 1.5l PET bottle, while increasing output speeds by 2.5x, with considerable savings in terms of raw material and gains from a productivity perspective. Therefore, it is a story about “rightweighting” – making sure that the package is minimised while still maintaining its technical performance and high consumer appeal. Some manufacturers use nitrogen to add resistance and stability to the bottle. Sidel has designed its labellers so that they can manage the extra demands
graphics and labels. Personalising the label
in one multi-technology machine or
of bottle lightweighting with or even
is a difficult process, as there are so many
a single labelling application through
without nitrogen.
different elements involved. The change
dedicated equipment for optimised
usually starts with marketing and then
uptime, reduced footprint and low TCO.
The most advanced solution for handling lightweight bottles is the Super Combi,
has to go through design and production
where the labeller is placed in between the
phases, and lastly storage and transport.
blower and the filler as part of an all-in-
In fact, the standard process for a label
Q So, manufacturers can use one machine for different labels?
one solution. With this setting, labels are
change can easily take over four months.
Exactly. It gives businesses the flexibility
applied on the empty bottles handled by
With the rise of online shopping,
they need and allows them to produce
the neck, reducing the risk of scratches and
there has been a challenge to supply
most product types on a single machine.
improving overall bottle quality.
consistent, unique and durable packaging
Thanks to the modular design and a variety
and label solutions. This has opened up
of technologies, they allow companies to
Q Another crucial factor in labelling is flexibility, and this relates to product personalisation. How does it affect labels?
new opportunities to offer personalised
adapt multiple application methods in one
packaging solutions for product protection
compact machine.
Labels are key components of any brand
a seamless brand experience for consumers.
marketing mix, allowing manufacturers to
during shipping, by rightsizing the packaging and making sure that it provides This is the reason why we also provide
Q What is the most up to date Sidel labelling solution with high flexibility?
differentiate their products and give end
consultancy for customers regarding
The most flexible labelling solution to
consumers the information they need and
packaging design. We not only create
date from Sidel, the EvoDECO Multi, brings
increasingly expect. The growing variety
bottle designs, but also labels or secondary
next-level modularity into labelling. It
of beverage types and bottle formats has
packaging, etc. Sidel’s packaging experts
offers a standardised carousel that can
made labelling increasingly challenging.
are ready to support our customers in
be equipped with up to four different
More than ever, flexibility has become a
figuring out the best option that fits the
labelling technologies, including hot
valuable benefit to beverage producers.
company’s brand identity and responds best
melt, roll-fed, self-adhesive and cold glue.
Top priorities today are faster product and
to consumer preference.
Moreover, switching between various labelling modules is quick and easy thanks
format changeovers, simple operations
to Plug & Play connections, offering
equipment for different label types, while
Q How does Sidel react and help customers face this challenge?
still ensuring consistent uptime.
We fully understand the challenge, and
and total flexibility. Meanwhile, when
that is why we have flexibility in mind.
being part of Sidel’s Super Combi settings,
able to produce smaller batches of products
With Sidel’s EvoDECO labelling solutions,
the labeller can run at up to 90 000
with their own labelling in a very short
manufacturers can deliver different
bottles per hour. •
time. Hence, the main challenges are the
stock keeping units. They might either
short timeframe for creating customised
include several labelling applications
and optimised processes that use the same
Product personalisation is about being
producers the freedom of labelling choice
Sidel - www.sidel.com
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PARTNER FOR HYGIENE AND TECHNOLOGY Leading through Innovation PHT is the leading provider of state-of-the-art technology for hygiene and food safety. Our unique systems offer efficient, effective and sustainable solutions for your hygienic challenges. We develop both individual and integrated hygiene solutions for your company. We are always there for you and we support you through our actions, professionally and reliably. Hygiene and food safety is our passion. We care about our customers, our suppliers and our people – we measure our success by the way we touch their lives. Because we care, we design innovative and holistic solutions.
Tel: 086 1777 993 Email: info.za@pht.group Website: www.pht.co.za and www.pht.group
QUANTUM COLOURS SA
• Supplier to the hospitality trade and food factories • Service excellence, Your No. 1 industry leader for the most comprehensive ranges of both • Quality, portion controlled products synthetic and natural colours – used in food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and (chilled/frozen /dried) industrial applications. Full demonstration of exclusive machines will be strategically positioned on the stands and this • Innovation & Flexibility Our technical team is available towill shade and receive a great deal of attention which colour match to specific requirements and / or • Meat & chicken products tailored for will be of great interest to you our customer. We look forward to seeing you at the show. special applications in the food industry THE BMPE TEAM Pantone references and to give legislative support on colours. • Dried meat products – real meat www.quantumcolours.com real flavour! Manufactured, marketed and distributed under Tel: +27 (0)11 032 8600 licence of SPECTRATEC INC. CANADA email: sales@dinnermates.co.ca Tel: +27(0)15 516 1514 email: factory@dinnermates.co.za/www.dinnermates.co.za
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