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people is incredibly important, especially in

While there is high growth in low-sugar,

the F&B industry as the right collaborations

low-carb and low-fat options, the pandemic

can lead to extraordinary things. For example,

continues to shape people’s snack choices.

while Joseph Fry is credited as being the

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bar in 1847, it wasn’t until Daniel Peter and

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What’s new on the South African food and beverage shelves

Everything you need to know about chemistry testing

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The future of big data Opportunities in manufacturing plant-based pet food

Barry Callebaut sets up its network in South Africa

SNACKS & CONFECTIONERY Innovating inspection equipment for snacks A steel conyevor belt for every occasion

36 WINES, BEERS & CIDERS Choosing the best Clean-inplace technology The perfect partner for beer brewing

The solution to getting whiter confectionery coatings Gain better control over your chocolate operations

What to expect at Hostex 2022 Guth South Africa joins the Somic team Kerry opens new state-of-theart facility in KwaZulu-Natal Innovia announces new extrusion line

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July MALAYSIAN INTERNATIONAL FOOD AND BEVERAGE TRADE FAIR KLCC CONVENTION CENTRE, KUALA LUMPUR 6 – 8 July https://mifb.com.my/ IFT FIRST: ANNUAL EVENT AND EXPO MCCORMICK PLACE, CHICAGO AND ONLINE 10 – 13 July www.iftevent.org BIOFACH 2022 NUREMBERG AND ONLINE 26 – 29 July https://www.biofach.de/en

WHAT'S NE W

Lancewood launches the first double cream, lactose-free yoghurt

SIR FRUIT’S NEWEST OFFERING From the makers of Sir Fruit – South Africa’s

products are proudly South African and their

number 1 cold-pressed juice, health shots

wide range of products include quality syrups

and first-of-its-kind fresh cocktail mix

such as Cranberry, Grapefruit, Passionfruit,

brand – comes an exciting new drinks and

Pineapple, Strawberry, Elderflower,

dessert offering. Luckybird is a range of

Blueberry, African Ginger and Triple Sec;

locally-produced and carefully-crafted syrups

and purees such as Mango, Peanut Butter,

and purees that transform regular life into

Raspberry, Strawberry and Blueberry. This

flavourful living, designed to inspire and

flavourful Luckybird range enables the

Thanks to Lancewood’s new Lactose Free

enable creativity, and elevating beverages

possibility to easily and effortlessly create

Double Cream Tropical Fruit Yoghurt, those

and desserts to new heights.

uniquely delicious beverages for restaurant

who are lactose-sensitive or intolerant

Luckybird is made to world-class standards

menus, such as craft sodas, gourmet

can now enjoy the delicious, extra creamy

with the best ingredients, which are less

milkshakes and high-end cocktails, to name

and fruity taste that this yoghurt has

processed and consistently tasty. These

just a few.

to offer. The new yoghurt has added lactase enzymes that help break down the lactose sugar into glucose and galactose – making this yoghurt a little kinder on the digestive system.

Whether you’re lactose-intolerant or not, everyone can enjoy Lancewood’s Lactose Free Yoghurt range as it is made with real dairy and the same high-quality ingredients you have come to expect from Lancewood.

“Consumers are constantly looking for new and delicious ways to spoil themselves. With our expanding yoghurt range, we strive to offer the perfect flavour for every moment to meet various consumer demands.

Whether you’re following a specific diet, looking for a pick-me-up, protein boost, convenient snack or simply craving a guiltfree indulgent treat, Lancewood has the ideal yoghurt for you and your family,” says Shereen Anderhold, Lancewood marketing manager.

McCain launches the best thing since sliced potatoes McCain South Africa recently launched its

the main event in any entertainment

most innovative potato concept – Crispers.

situation.” This cut really delivers a crispy

McCain Crispers is a tasty and crunchy

bite every time and the product holds

concept brought to life in a unique shape

shape and texture brilliantly due to the

that allows for serving versatility while

clear coating, ensuring the end result

appealing to all ages.

is always crispy and delicious. The skin

Catharina Bester, marketing manager:

is left on for a rustic feel and the ridges

Foodservice and Retail at McCain, says,

create extra fun. “We’ve built our brand

“The Incas were the first to cultivate

on understanding modern family life and

potatoes 8 000 BC – 5 000 BC and in all

bringing nutritious and delicious products

that time we’ve only ever had five potato

to South Africans. We are thrilled to

chip cuts – slap, steak, skinny, crinkle

once again be the conduit for friends and

and straight – until now. Crispers are

families connecting and sharing special

McCain’s innovative and patented v-cut

moments together over great-tasting

style chips that are set to reinvent the

food, and the good times of South African

category and make the humble potato

memory-making opportunities.”

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BARRY CALLEBAUT TO SET UP OWN DISTRIBUTION NETWORK IN SA The Barry Callebaut Group, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, is setting up a local, direct distribution network in South Africa. The company is opening up its gourmet business of packed products for artisans and chefs to other and multiple distributors, while still including Garden Morris Packaging and Food (GMPF) as a distributor. Having worked with GMPF for over 20 years, Barry Callebaut will continue to collaborate with GMPF for its semi-industrial customers, food manufacturing business, warehousing and logistics.

Rogier van Sligter, President EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) at Barry Callebaut, comments, “Expansion is one of our four long-term strategic pillars. After more than 20 years of experience in the South African market, we start a new chapter. By setting up a direct distribution network, we improve customer proximity and enable the growth of our gourmet brands in the African markets.”

Barry Callebaut will increase the number of distribution points and take over the role of master

HOSTEX IS MAKING A COMEBACK IN JUNE 2022 Hostex 2022 is back and happening

Show attractions

at the Sandton Convention Centre

Hostex 2022’s three theme days

and the industry is ready for it! James

will be:

Khoza, president of the SA Chefs

•C omeback Sunday – for a resilient

Association and Hostex ambassador, says an exciting comeback for the hospitality, food and drink sectors and of the long-standing Hostex expo is exactly what’s needed to

industry making a post-pandemic comeback •S ustainability Monday – sustainability is steadily becoming an industry hallmark

“celebrate the ongoing resilience

• Technology Tuesday – technology is

and innovation within an industry

constantly changing our world for

that was severely battered by

the better

the pandemic”.

Show attractions include the SA

Refreshed and revitalised

Chefs Association’s The Skillery;

Hostex 2022 will run for three days

a coffee market hosted by the

from Sunday 26 June to Tuesday

Speciality Coffee Association

28 June (from 09:30 to 16:30 on

(SCASA), which will again feature

each day), providing an opportunity

a barista competition; and a wide-

for everyone who’s anyone in the

ranging array of exhibitors all

hospitality, food and drink sectors to

eager to showcase their products

visit the show.

and services.

distributor in South Africa. The new network will focus on supplying customers in South Africa products from the group’s global gourmet brands

SOMIC EXPANDS SALES NETWORK

like Callebaut, Mona Lisa, Cacao Barry and Carma.

With an agency in South Africa, the German packaging machine

By expanding its local product range and doubling

manufacturer Somic is expanding its sales network. With immediate

the size of its local team, Barry Callebaut will meet

effect, Guth South Africa, headquartered in Johannesburg, will take over

the increasing demand for high-quality chocolate

the representation for Somic’s complete machine portfolio in the sub-

indulgence and support the growth within the African

Saharan markets.

and neighbouring countries with a wide range of

markets. The South African food and grocery retail

The official handover of the dealer certificate by the management of

market is expected to grow at a CAGR of +4.9%

Somic marks the start of the upcoming close sales partnership with Guth

between 2020 and 2025, with an estimated value of

South Africa. The machine specialist and trading partner has four locations

$59.6bn by 2025, which opens up opportunities for

in South Africa and serves all countries south of the Sahara from there.

Barry Callebaut.

David Bowrin, General Manager South, East & West Africa at Barry Callebaut, says, “By developing our own network in South Africa, we will better

“Through the partnership with Guth South Africa we are relying on a proven expert on machine solutions for the food and non-food industry in Africa,” explains Patrick Bonetsmüller, managing director of Somic, who travelled to South Africa with his wife for the signing of the trade

understand our customers’ needs and adapt our

partnership. “Guth South Africa, with its own manufacturing as well as

product range and local stock to their requirements.”

assembly and installation capacities, offers everything for a competent technical support of our future customers,” Bonetsmüller continues. In addition, customers in sub-Saharan Africa can, therefore, rely on local service, which – as the managing director underlines – is often a key factor in the purchase decision.

“We are pleased that with Somic we can now also offer machines that cover the end-of-line, meaning the final packaging step before palletising.

Safe and gentle packaging is becoming increasingly important among our customers. Automatic packaging of products in transport and display cartons will also continue to increase. For this, Somic with its broad machine portfolio, is an ideal partner – for newcomers to automatic packaging and for companies that require higher performance,” explains Andrew Johnson, managing director of Guth South Africa. The company, which has around 90 employees at all four locations in South Africa, already sells various other machine solutions for the food industry and is well-acquainted with the requirements of and general conditions in the sector.

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SOUTH AFRICA NOW HOME TO THE LARGEST AND MOST ADVANCED TASTE FACILITY IN AFRICA

Kerry, the world’s leading taste and

to stimulate sustainable, equitable and

from the local grid, waste heat

nutrition company, officially opened the

inclusive growth as the foundation

capture, efficient water capture, reuse

largest and most advanced taste

for socio-economic transformation in

and reduction.

manufacturing facility on the African

the country.

continent. The new R650m facility in

“As the DTIC, we are excited about this

Paul Hewitt, vice president, Sub Saharan Africa Kerry Group, said, “Kerry

KwaZulu-Natal will produce sustainable

investment because it aligns very well

has had a presence in South Africa since

nutrition solutions that will be consumed

with our reimagined industrial strategy.

2011 and our success has been based

across the African continent. The official

As a department, we undertook to

on our ability to deliver truly authentic

opening was attended by Deputy Minister

support improved industrial performance

African taste by identifying traditional

of Trade, Industry and Competition

through localisation, dynamism and

food and flavours and reimagining it

(DTIC) Nomalungelo Gina; KwaZulu-Natal

competitiveness of local companies,” said

into today’s modern context. More than

Economic Development, Tourism and

Gina. “Our economic vision is to lift the

understanding consumer taste, we are

Environmental Affairs MEC Ravi Pillay;

rate of inclusive economic growth, and

committed to predicting global and

and the ambassador of Ireland to the

investments such as this will assist us to

regional trends and innovating with our

Republic of South Africa, Her Excellency

achieve these objectives.”

customers to lead the industry towards

Fionnuala Gilsenan.

The project is recognised as a key

Located in Hammarsdale, the new

the next generation of sustainable

10 000m2 facility is one of the company’s

African food and nutrition. South Africa

strategic investment in the region of

most environmentally-efficient

is in a unique position to service East,

KwaZulu-Natal and within South Africa’s

manufacturing sites with numerous

Central as well as West Africa and we

food manufacturing industry and has

sustainability features, including low

look forward to working with food and

been included as part of the South

energy usage equipment, solar power

beverage companies to create products

African Presidential investment drive

generation to reduce consumption

that will be enjoyed across the continent.”

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The new 6.2m multi-layer co- extrusion line at its site in Płock, Poland

WORLD’S FIRST DEDICATED PRODUCTION LINE FOR SUSTAINABLE, FLOATABLE SHRINK SLEEVE FILM OPENED IN POLAND Innovia Films, a major producer of highly

The film is also glossy, scuff resistant and

into EcoFloat sleeves and supply those

differentiated speciality films, announced

printable, with a controlled TD shrinkage

with short turnaround times to packaging

the opening of a new 6.2m multi-layer co-

up to 70%. RayoFloat has been endorsed

lines. This initiative will enable our

extrusion line at its site in Płock, Poland.

by the European PET Bottle Platform

customers to boost the recyclability of

The state-of-the-art line will be dedicated

EPBP, although this film is perfect for use

their packaging!”

to manufacturing low-density polyolefin

on a variety of HDPE and PP containers

shrink film for shrink sleeve labels and

too.

tamper evident applications.

As EcoFloat sleeves are made from low density polyolefins, they make the difference in the crucial sink/float

CCL Label markets the polyolefin labels

recycling step at PET recyclers. The

sustainable floatable shrink sleeves. This

under EcoFloat

sleeve material floats and this allows

facilitates easy separation of labels from

CCL Label has been partnering with

for a clean separation from the heavier

PET, HDPE and PP bottles and containers in

multinational brands to develop recyclable

PET flakes that sink to the bottom of the

the recycling process to enable bottle-to-

PET containers for bottle-to-bottle

washing tanks. This easy separation forms

bottle circularity.

recycling in a closed loop. Polyolefin

the basis of the yield of high-quality PET

sleeves are also a recycling-friendly match

flakes that can be used in bottle-to-bottle

our strategic investment into a high-

for PP- and PE-based packaging as they

recycling, closing the loop. EcoFloat has

performance shrink film, that enables more

stem from the same plastics family.

been endorsed by the European PET

The film forms the basis to produce

“The opening of the line concludes

circularity when it comes to packaging

“In recent years, we have seen big

Bottle Platform EPBP.

– an important goal for consumer goods

changes in the market. Brands are

companies,” says Simon Huber, managing

increasingly following Design for

commitment to boost plastic recycling

director, Innovia UK and Poland. “The new

Recycling guidelines and are re-creating

and take steps towards a circular

capacities will allow us to supply label

their packaging to meet recycling targets.

economy as stated when we signed the

and sleeve converters with high-quality

Labels can make a huge difference

Global Commitment of the New Plastics

floatable shrink sleeve material that has

here, the functional properties of label

Economy led by the Ellen MacArthur

the potential to revolutionise the market

materials can support recyclability and

foundation. In future, governments will

and the way packaging is decorated to

re-usability,” says Günther Birkner,

set targets for recycling rates in municipal

move towards more sustainable choices,”

member of the Management Team at CCL.

waste. Reaching these will not be feasible

continued Huber.

“The goal of our investment in Poland

without investing in new technologies for

is to significantly increase the capacity

packaging materials that support ‘Design

Innovia to market the film under the

in polyolefin shrink films which were

for Recycling’. As a floatable, low density

brand RayoFloat

hardly available so far. Through our global

polyolefin sleeve, EcoFloat fulfills the

RayoFloat APO is a clear, uncoated shrink

network of CCL Label sites, we are able

requirements as defined in packaging

film that floats, as its density is <0.93g/cm3.

to convert the recycling-friendly material

design guidelines,” concluded Birkner. •

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What is food chemistry testing?

When you think of food products, do you think of chemicals? As a food or beverage manufacturer, you should. Food chemistry – or chemistry testing to be more specific – plays a significant role in food safety and quality.

must do nutritional profiling, and that is a form of chemistry testing. Essentially, the law requires you to name the components present in your product and list the amounts

finding a balance between ensuring safety and making your products tastier.

4. Product performance – You can also

of each per food item. This is exactly what is

ensure better quality in terms of shelf-

done in a chemistry lab.

life and longevity. Chemistry testing also

Furthermore, you will have to provide

S

3. Taste – The process can also assist you in

information about additives, preservatives, ending your products to a chemistry

sweeteners, colourants and allergens on

testing lab is not only a necessity, but

your product. There are also laws on the

it can be beneficial to you. Remember,

number of preservatives and antioxidants

allows you to improve the appearance and texture of your product.

5. Operational improvement – Testing your products can also reveal the presence of harmful chemicals in your facility.

6. Consumer trust – When you produce

consumers are loyal to products that have

allowed in products. Chemistry testing can

consistently good quality. However, before

help you comply with regulations in this

consistently good products and provide

you can get started, you must have a solid

case too.

accurate labelling, people are likely to trust

understanding of chemistry testing. So, here’s what you need to know.

The same goes for toxins. Certain

you more and keep coming back.

toxins like mycotoxins and biotoxins - and

THE MEANING OF CHEMISTRY TESTING

harmful when consumed. You are required

THE RISKS OF NOT DOING CHEMISTRY TESTING

to ensure that your products are free of

If you decide against chemistry testing of

Food chemistry testing is the process of

these compounds or only contain them in

your products, you could end up in a lot

confirming the contents of the product.

extremely small amounts.

of trouble. You risk making people sick,

heavy metals like mercury - can be very

financial loss and you could even face legal

That’s the basic definition. To dig deeper, it involves analysing samples of products to find various elements or specifications. For instance, chemistry testing can tell you how much of each macronutrient – like carbs, proteins and fats – are in your product. The

"Food chemistry testing is the process of confirming the contents of the product."

battles. Learn the lesson from other people’s mistakes. For example, a beverage manufacturer had to recall its juice brand due to the presence of patulin (a mycotoxin) in some of

process can also indicate whether there are

the products. A recall involves a lot

allergens, heavy metals or toxic substances

of work and a lot of refunding. It could also be a PR crisis if you aren’t

present and it can tell you the levels of

careful. It’s best to avoid this at all costs.

ensure that your product is safe for human

THE BENEFITS OF CHEMISTRY TESTING

consumption and that it is of good quality.

Apart from the fact that you need to do

BRINGING IT ALL TOGETHER

chemistry testing to ensure that you’re

Sampling and testing your products may

THE LAWS OF CHEMISTRY TESTING

abiding by regulations and standards, there

seem tedious and you may be put off by the

The law doesn’t say you must do chemistry

are other reasons to do it too.

additional expense. However, the fact is that

testing, however, there are laws that

1. S afety - By doing chemistry testing, you

you can’t do without it. What’s more is that

moisture in the item. All of this helps you to

necessitate chemistry testing. For example, the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants

can ensure that you keep consumers safe.

2. Reputation – Chemistry testing can help

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get the information for these labels, you

well as financial damage.

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INDUSTRY TALK

The benefits of Big Data The knowledge gained from Big Data is giving food and beverage manufacturers the information they need to make their processes more efficient. Tennille Aron spoke to Ron Baruchi, CEO of Agmatix to find out what is the true value of Big Data.

Q: HOW IS BIG DATA USED IN THE FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY?

Due to the unique insights that can be gained by leveraging Big Data, it is increasingly being used in industries across the board, including food and beverage manufacturing, where it can be utilised at several stages to improve the production process. There are certain companies that focus specifically on the first stage: growing the raw ingredients and developing new varieties. They want to ensure this is done in the most efficient, sustainable and profitable way possible, and so gather and process Big Data to provide actionable insights that can be implemented at field level. This might be anything from providing intelligence on the optimal amount of fertiliser to produce a quality crop, to ways of minimising the spread of certain crop diseases that negatively impact yield or field trial management for planning, orchestrating and analysing results from breeding trials or other research and development efforts. Ultimately, these insights result in actionable information that help drive better decisions, sustainable farming practices and drive new product innovations that have positive effects on the rest of the production chain.

In any manufacturing industry, efficiency of the production process is incredibly important to keep costs low, protect profit margins and allow manufacturers to compete in globalised markets. In food and beverage manufacturing specifically, Big Data can be used to create dynamic crop models, which are used by farmers working with food companies to optimise yields, and improve crop quality and sustainability.

Big Data can be used to ensure food manufacturers either grow or source high-quality crops, with the yield needed to meet production requirements of the end products. With greater efficiency, farmers can maximise crop production and reduce the price of the raw ingredients – helping to lower the carbon footprint across the value chain. Ultimately, by educating food manufacturers as to the power of Big Data in digital field trials and live on farms as used by agronomists and farmers, companies that provide Big Data can maximise productivity and boost the bottom line for manufacturers – while also meeting the quality and sustainability goals across the wider food production landscape.

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Q: WHY IS BIG DATA SO IMPORTANT IN THE FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY?

INDUSTRY TALK

Q: WHAT DO YOU THINK THE FUTURE OF BIG DATA TECHNOLOGY IS?

Just as we see the embrace of technology elsewhere and the inevitable shift towards Industry 4.0, I see Big Data being used more and more in the coming years. Nowadays, technology has made it easy to connect with others with a similar research focus, providing countless opportunities for collaboration. This means that Big Data is increasingly available industry-wide. By connecting research and development with supply chains via a single platform, this streamlines the process, enabling faster innovation. Utilised in the right way, this information offers manufacturers the possibility to boost efficiency, sustainability and profitability – and with few barriers to entry – which all adds up to a compelling case for embracing Big Data technology in food manufacturing.

The importance and true potential of Big Data lays in how it is analysed and relies on the data being processed in such a way that it can be universally understood and utilised.

We collect data globally, analysing a wealth of legacy data as well as the results of ongoing field trials and experiments being conducted by farms and researchers. By utilising artificial intelligence and agronomy data science, you can convert all this data into a common unified language, that can provide individuals with meaningful, actionable insights. Essentially, Big Data can help to unlock the true potential of agronomic data.

Q: TAKE US THROUGH A PRACTICAL EXAMPLE OF HOW BIG DATA TECHNOLOGY CAN HELP A COMPANY.

Q: HOW CAN COMPANIES IN THE SOUTH AFRICAN FOOD AND BEVERAGE INDUSTRY ACCESS BIG DATA?

We can look at manufacturing a product containing soy.

Soy is used in a vast number of food and beverages produced today and is a huge product for the agricultural industry, however, it is severely affected by soybean Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS). SDS has become a leading cause of the decline in soybean crop yield, currently detected in most soybean-growing areas. Agmatix partnered with a coalition of extension pathologists from five Midwest universities (Iowa State University, Michigan State University, Purdue University, University of Illinois, and University of Wisconsin-Madison) and Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, using Big Data models to determine how to best predict the spread of SDS with the goal of reducing or even preventing it on future farmlands. Preliminary findings have already pinpointed key areas for further investigation, and as the data builds, this collaboration has the potential to provide an SDS-predictive modelling tool for farmers, allowing them to make informed, evidence-based decisions to prevent SDS and reduce crop wastage. For food and beverage manufacturers using soy in their products, this will ultimately mean that soybeans are cheaper to purchase and will result in fewer supply chain issues related to crop shortages.

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INDUSTRY TALK – PLANT-BASED ALTERNATIVES

Are companies barking up the wrong tree?

The rising interest in plant-based or vegan diets has some pet owners pondering whether their pets should also make the significant lifestyle shift and whether it will truly be better for man’s best friend.

Donovan Will, director of ProVeg South Africa, explores the potential benefits of manufacturing vegan pet food in the country.

M

any readers might assume that

country to country, but undeniable global

pets need to eat meat, but this is

trends have emerged in recent years.

Donovan Will, Director of ProVeg SA

not the case. Traditionally, cats

meaning they have to consume meat to

THE GLOBAL VEGAN PET FOOD MARKET

develop properly and stay healthy. However,

The global pet food market is showing

HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS

with modern technology, scientists have

dramatic growth as consumers require

A recent study titled Vegan versus meat-

been able to identify the nutrients cats are

an increasingly broad range of options.

based dog food: Guardian-reported indicators

unable to produce themselves and now,

According to a 2015 study titled Assessing

of health, compared the health outcomes of

manufacturers can replace them with plant-

Food Preferences in Dogs and Cats: A Review

2 500 dogs on a conventional diet compared

derived substitutes.

of the Current Methods, over 6 000 new pet

to those on raw meat diets and those on

food products (3 000 dry and 3 200 wet pet

vegan pet food. According to Professor

getting sufficient nutrients from plant-based

foods), as well as 4 000 new pet snacks were

Andrew Knight, who led the research team,

sources. Dog owners have even attributed

launched globally between January 2013 and

this is the first study on dogs on this scale

their pets’ longevity to a vegan diet, like in the

October 2014.

to be published and it “clearly demonstrates

were categorised as obligate carnivores,

Dogs, however, are omnivores capable of

case of Bramble, the border collie that lived to

Veteran vegan pet food brands like V-Dog

that the healthiest and least hazardous diets

be 25 years old on a vegan diet and is known

and Benevo now have to compete with the

for dogs are nutritionally sound vegan diets.

as one of the world’s oldest dogs.

influx of young and ambitious companies

The pooled evidence conclusively dispels the

like Omni (launched in 2020), and Petaluma

myth that feeding dogs vegan food somehow

more resistance, several vegan dog food

and The Pack (both launched in 2021). It

compromises their welfare.”

companies have made headway globally,

has also become common practice for large

seizing the opportunity to provide nutrient-

non-vegan companies to acquire smaller,

International, supported the researchers

rich and independently approved pet food to

natural pet food brands like Lily’s Kitchen,

with a grant to allow them to survey dog

conscious pet owners.

which was acquired by Nestlé Purina

owners and analyse the results over the

PetCare in 2020.

course of a year. “It is vital to have this added

Although vegan cat foods have received

Food awareness organisation, ProVeg

WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR PET FOOD TO BE VEGAN?

expected to grow from US$ 9 302.47 million

very concerned that their pets’ nutritional

For pet food to be considered vegan or plant-

in 2021 to US$ 15 651.22 million by 2028,

needs are fully met in the pet food they

based, manufacturers must produce a product

registering a compound annual growth rate of

buy,” Stephanie Jaczniakowska-McGirr,

with natural and plant-based ingredients, free

7.7% during 2021–2028, according to Vegan

international head of Food and Retail for

from any animal-derived raw material, while

Pet Food Market to 2028: Global Analysis

ProVeg International, said. “This study goes a

also ensuring that no cruelty or exploitation

and Forecast.

long way towards removing the uncertainty

Overall, the vegan dog food market is

to the scientific database as pet owners are

about the value of a vegan pet food diet.”

of animals took place in the process. The product also has to be safe for the intended

REASONS FOR THE RISE IN INTEREST

pet to consume and should provide them

Along with the rise in interest in vegan diets,

which also received ProVeg support as

with the required nutrients as determined

consumers are increasingly concerned about

a start-up company through the ProVeg

by registered animal dieticians and other

and educating themselves on the health

Incubator programme, welcomed the

affiliated governing bodies. The legislation

implications, environmental sustainability and

outcome of the study. Shiv Sivakumar,

regarding vegan pet food will differ from

ethicality of conventional pet foods.

the co-founder of OMNI, said, “It’s really

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The vegan pet food producer, OMNI,

INDUSTRY TALK – PLANT-BASED ALTERNATIVES

encouraging to see such positive scientific

product is also formulated by a pet food

of different kibbles.” As a vegan herself,

results emerging in support of plant-based

nutritionist and approved by the Department

she admits to encountering “resistance by

diets for dogs. It always made sense to us at

of Agriculture. Michelle Pearson, founder

non-vegans,” but was pleasantly surprised

OMNI that removing processed meats from

of VegaPro Pet Food said that although it

by the accepting nature of government

our dogs’ diets and replacing them with high

was a long, expensive process to develop

institutions and nutritionists when

quality, plant-based ingredients can only

the first dry vegan dog food in the country,

approached with their product. The local

bring about a positive impact, but it’s great to

it was well worth it in the end, seeing dogs

pet food market has even opened its arms.

see that the science is now there to validate

thrive on it and knowing that the demand

“It was slow in the beginning, but through

our hypothesis.”

for good quality dog food is being met

social media, there has been an upswing as

without harming other animals. Her passion

people become more accustomed to and

PLANT-BASED PET FOOD IN SOUTH AFRICA

for animals and the increased prevalence of

observe the huge health benefits for dogs

“human diseases” like heart disease, cancer

on a plant-based diet,” Michelle said. “As the

The South African vegan pet food market

and diabetes in dogs inspired her to start

market begins to mature in its acceptance

is still in its infancy with only a handful of

the company. “Our goal was also to tackle

of plant-based pet feeds, [it] will provide us

companies seizing the opportunities available

the effects that gluten, preservatives and

with the opportunity to expand our product

for both wet and dry vegan dog food. Vondi’s

sugars have on the body in one product.

range further.” •

is a Cape Town-based company offering both

We also had the customers in mind when

meat-based and vegan wet pet food options,

developing the product by having one kibble

registered and certified with the Department

covering all stages of life and aliments.

of Agriculture. This is the first wet dog

This alleviated pet owners from having to

food offered in South Africa and it contains

spend huge amounts of money on a variety

ingredients such as brown rice, millet, lentils, peas, beetroot, sweet potatoes and a variety of organic herbs.

Another Cape Town-based company, VegaPro Pet offers the first vegan dog food kibble or dry dog food in South Africa. This

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CLEANING, HYGIENE & SANITISATION

A leading expert in pest control Established in 1958 in South Africa as Steiner Hygiene, the company was acquired by Bidvest three decades ago. It has since grown into an established local brand that people associate with hygiene and cleaning.

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n 2006, Steiner expanded their service offering to include pest control as Steiner Environmental Solutions. In 2010, the

company merged into one. Bidvest Steiner realised that offering a complete solution as a leader in the field of washroom hygiene required adapting to the pest control market Currently with an infrastructure of 28 branches throughout South Africa as well as branches in Namibia, Botswana and Swaziland, Steiner is looking to the future of pest control for all industries with a newfound focus on ensuring the hygiene and cleanliness standards they are known for. With 16 years of pest control experience under their belt, and an accumulated 153 years of management

monitored by the client as well as Steiner,

experience, 106 dedicated pest control

including pest sightings, housekeeping

vehicles and 174 pest control officers,

advice for the premises and ways to restrict

Steiner has become a leader in the pest

the pests from entering the premises. Steiner

control environment.

is very proud of their portal, where they can

There are two things that the market

identify trends using data gathered during

looks for in an effective pest control service

HACCP audits. The compliance to all HACCP

treatments conducted by qualified PCO’s.

provider: knowledge and standards. “There

standards creates detailed and focused

Trends are visible to the clients and auditors.

are many pest control suppliers in the market.

approaches to pest control and can be

The aspects that set Steiner apart are our

customised to suit any needs.

When dealing with pest control, Steiner and the client must form a partnership to

certifications and accreditations,” says Tracy

“Steiner understands the need to

Williams, chief pest control manager. “We are

eradicate pests, especially in the high-

Steiner’s expertise, guidance can be given on

involved with SAPCA, NPMA and we are triple

risk industries. The knowledge of pests as

the commitment and measurable obligations

ISO-accredited, 9001:2015; 14001:2015 as

well as the application and toxicity of the

that need to be adhered to in a HACCP site,

well as 45001:2018.”

pesticides we use is critical,” states Williams.

both legally and based on the expectations

“Environmentally-friendly products are the

of the customer and their end consumer.

food industry, Steiner has always had an

first option that is considered when trying

Qualified staff members will also assist and

efficient and effective structure to ensure

to prevent pests from becoming a nuisance.”

guide any industry through risk assessments,

compliance for all audits that occur in the

The environment is always considered

whether in relation to the building or the

field. They have six regional pest managers

and the potential risk to animals as well as

ways in which products, stock, kitchens and

and seven pest quality assurance members

humans is assessed. Monitoring programmes

waste areas are managed.

monitoring sites using industry standard

are followed by inspections and then

methodologies, such as the nine-step

treatments to remove the pest. Monitoring is

in all industries and assists in putting

Integrated Pest Management strategy.

a primary focus.

together an action programme to best

To provide pest control services in the

Steiner’s knowledge of all audited standards

For all HACCP sites, Steiner maintains the

such as AIB, YUM, BRC, Woolworths, Pick

required documentations and reports on site

n Pay, SAFSIS and FSSC22000, allows

as well as on an online portal – the Steiner

for expert presentation and support at

Pest System (SPS). Here, everything can be

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ensure the best possible outcome. With

Steiner offers free assessments to clients

protect your business. •

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CLEANING, HYGIENE & SANITISATION

Creating a successful Food Safety Plan for your plant In the food, dairy and beverage industry, the importance of maintaining a hygienic processing environment is key to ensure product quality. Spills and splatters during processing can cause food processing equipment to get dirty and create havoc in a production environment.

Liezl Siebrits, sales manager at SMC Corporation shares how to ensure a safe and hygienic food production environment.

T

he Food Safety

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and, more recently, peracetic acid (PAA,

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a combination of hydrogen peroxide

Safety Plan in place to sanitise

and acetic acid) are commonly used.

food equipment and remove

Temperatures 60°C – 85°C and high-

residue that can harbour

pressure sprays also comes into play with

dangerous bacteria. As part of

these procedures.

the Food Safety Plan Clean-

Well-designed production equipment

in-place (CIP) cleaning occurs in

hygienically designed and built to the

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Piping Rust Oil

Moisture

Carbon

Piping debris

Compressed air with impurities

Air compressor

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Materials are very important. Stainless steel has a far smoother finish and cleaning agents won’t oxidise it like

"All food processing plants need a Food Safety Plan in place to sanitise food equipment."

aluminium. Fluororubber or FKM seals

food packaging areas with no crevasses for contamination. They also offer heat resistant, cold resistant or heavy-duty scraper options with a few made-toorder options.

On all cylinders, they have an easy option of a stainless steel shaft, offering the customer the option of specifying the components in accordance to the

can also offer higher resistance to

areas of operation. A firm favourite for

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this. With this in mind, it is important to

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of electrical components will specify

SMC that they first have the conversation

stainless steel 2port solenoid valve with

which switches or sensors have a water

with their client to better understand

improved environmental resistance due

resistance. IP 67 rated components are

their needs. Their locally stocked FDA-

to the stainless-steel coil cover, giving it a

waterproof, but an IP69K rating indicates

approved tubing offers higher chemical

IP67 rating.

the component can handle high-pressure

resistance making this perfect for these

and high-temperature sprays. To ensure

environments. The CG5 range of stainless

you implement a successful Food Safety

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the temperature and chemicals that forms

processing areas. The CG5 range also

part of your Food Safety Plan.

offers a scraper seal to keep food splatter

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CLEANING, HYGIENE & SANITISATION

The difference between cleaning and disinfecting Cleaning refers to the removal of dirt and impurities from surfaces, but cleaning alone does not kill germs. It decreases their number and therefore, the risk of spreading infection. Disinfecting works by using chemicals (disinfectants) to kill germs on surfaces. This process doesn’t necessarily clean dirty surfaces, but further reduces any risk of spreading infection.

W

hen done properly, cleaning and

Being thorough is the key to effective

the correct application method, the surfaces

disinfection together reduce

cleaning and disinfection. Spray and wipe-

the product can be used on safely, the

the risk of spreading infection.

down methods can miss up to 50% of

required dwell time and any required clean-up

However, it is important to note that only

surfaces according to ISSA, the worldwide

afterwards. They should also have access to

proper disinfection can kill pathogens.

cleaning association. While cleaning and

equipment that can disperse disinfectants

Another important term in the equation is

disinfecting are both critical to food-safety,

in more effective ways than spray and wipe

dwell time, which is the amount of time that

commercial-grade disinfectants should

down methods.

a disinfectant must remain on a surface to kill

be used carefully and must be food safe.

its target pathogens. If wiped or rinsed off

Disinfectants should be applied by trained

and a combination of tools to apply a high-

before the required dwell time, pathogens may

professionals equipped in full personal

level food-safe disinfectant in a mist. This

remain on a surface, setting up a false sense

protective equipment.

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traditional cleaning services simply cannot. •

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SNACKS & CONFECTIONERY

Consumers want comforting, convenient snacks that have immunity boosting properties.

It’s time to look closely at snack trends Snack trends are constantly evolving. While there is high growth in low sugar, low carb and low-fat options, the pandemic continues to shape people’s snack choices. Consumers want comforting, convenient snacks and many are consciously seeking products with immunity boosting properties.

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ith increasing demand comes increased production, and for snack food processors;

verifiable inspection processes are no longer an option. Many are seeking strategic partnerships to innovate their inspection processes and meet the demands of quality and safety conscious consumers.

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Having a metal detector allows a snack

detector is an important choice and

extreme sensitivity of magnetic, non-

food processor to easily comply with

should be based on the type of snack food

magnetic, and even stainless-steel metal

global safety standards. This part of the

you intend to run.

contaminants, and is available in a USDA-

inspection process can occur at several

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approved design. Suitable for all manner

points in the food production line and its

processing is primarily about quality

of snack food products, it can detect

primary purpose is to detect for metal

control and consumer protection, it

foreign objects while operating simply,

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SNACKS & CONFECTIONERY

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SNACKS & CONFECTIONERY

Steel belts, conveyors and chocolate forming systems IPCO is a major supplier of conveying and processing equipment to the confectionery and bakery industries, offering solutions ranging from steel belts for cooling and conveying applications to complete forming and moulding systems for the chocolate industry.

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PCO produces belts in a range of steel grades to suit different applications in solid or perforated form. Carbon

steel belts are widely used in bake ovens, while IPCO stainless steel belts are used across every area of confectionery and chocolate processing.

The simplest application is conveying, where qualities such as chemical and bacterial neutrality, inherent inertness, and ease of sanitising make stainless steel the ideal choice for transporting many bulk ingredients. Wear-resistance is also important, particularly in relation to abrasive products like sugar.

Other properties that make stainless steel the material of choice across the food industry – hygiene, durability and in many cases thermal conductivity – are relevant to continuous processing. IPCO belts can

"IPCO produces belts in a range of steel grades to suit different applications in solid or perforated form."

be found in everything from freezers and coolers to dryers, casting equipment and finishing lines.

The most common application for IPCO’s steel belts in confectionery processing is cooling. The product is applied to the belt as a melt, either through casting or drop depositing, and is solidified as it passes through a cooling tunnel. Heat is transferred to cooling air blown onto the product and to the belt itself. In some cases, cooling water can be sprayed against the underside of the belt. The excellent thermal qualities of steel enable efficient heat transfer, resulting in consistent and controlled cooling.

Applications include the solidification of caramel, nougat, nut brittle, gelatine jelly and gummy candy products, while fruit-flavoured jellies can be formed into pastilles. The same process can be used for the pastillation of ingredient products such as chewing gum base, chocolate, fats, emulsifiers and additives, converting them into a convenient form for bagging, dosing, mixing and re-melting.

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Steel belts and conveyor components for confectionery production Our steel belts have helped confectionery and chocolate manufacturers produce premium quality products for more than 90 years. Flat, straight and hygienic, their excellent thermal properties make them ideal for everything from conveying to temperature-sensitive cooling and forming processes.

The other reason for choosing IPCO is our global service capability, providing the reassurance of premium productivity too.

• Hygienic, easy to clean stainless steel conveyor belts.

• Ideal for cooling, conditioning, drop-forming, casting, freezing etc.

• Ideal for caramel, chocolate, hard melt candy, gummy candy, nougat and more.

• Belt only or full range of conveyor components.

• Other belt grades incl. solid and perforated bake oven belts.

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ipco.com/confectionery

SNACKS & CONFECTIONERY

CONVEYOR COMPONENTS AND EXPERTISE

active and passive belt alignment solutions,

continuously running steel belt. The speed

such as belt edge detectors, guide rollers

of the Rotoform is synchronised with that

IPCO has been involved in conveyor

and a range of purpose designed compact/

of the belt so drops are deposited without

design for decades and its engineers

automatic tracking devices.

deformation. The heat of the drops is transferred to cooling air blown onto the

often work hand-in-hand with OEMs

product and to the belt itself. Chips are

reliability. This has resulted in an in-depth

COMPLETE FORMING AND MOULDING SYSTEMS FOR THE CHOCOLATE INDUSTRY

understanding of how a belt interacts

IPCO is a major supplier of chocolate

dosing. Chips of different sizes – from

with other components in the system.

forming/moulding equipment with systems

80 000pcs/kg to 300pcs/kg – can be

Therefore, IPCO can deliver inspection and

designed for the production of industrial

produced by simply changing the shell.

maintenance services that go beyond the

ingredients – chips, chunks, drops and

belt with investigations encompassing the

blocks – and decorative products such as

equipment, and recently, added an

entire line to understand how the system

shavings, rolls, pencils and blossoms.

innovative piston depositor to its chocolate

to ensure that systems reach their full potential in terms of throughput and

is performing as a whole.

A wide range of production components

highly uniform in shape and size, and free flowing for easy handling, storage and

IPCO also manufactures chunk extrusion

forming range. This uses a D-motion to

means the company can tailor systems

deliver chocolate or compound directly

supplies a full range of conveyor

to suit different needs with solutions for

onto a moving belt, rather than the

components including sheaves, shafts,

everything from low cost, rapid deployment

belt-to-depositor movement commonly

bearings and breakpoints. Other

start-ups to high capacity multi-

employed on other systems. This action,

layer systems.

combined with precision control, means

Complementing this, the company

equipment available includes

At the heart of IPCO’s high capacity

a variable deposit can be applied without

systems is the Rotoform, a rotary drop

any distortion of the product, resulting in

depositor that offers market-leading levels

perfectly circular large (wide and/or thick)

of productivity in chocolate chip forming.

wafer products.

A pump delivers the molten chocolate

The company can supply process lines

to the Rotoform system, which

incorporating all three technologies for

consists of a heated stator and a

ultimate production flexibility. •

perforated rotating shell, that turns concentrically around the stator to deposit drops of chocolate onto a

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Production volume of wheat in Africa from 2017/2018 to 2021/2022 (in 1,000 metric tons) 35.000

Production in thousand metric tons

30,464

29,286

30.000

26,826

26,652

25,716

8,284

25.000

8,874

8,427

7,407

9,113

20.000 15.000 10.000

19,245

21,590

21,002 18.399

16.603

5.000 0 2017/ 2018

2018 / 2019

2019 / 2020

North Africa

2020 / 2021

2021 / 2022*

Sub-saharan Africa

Africa produced around 25.7 million metric tons of wheat in 2020/2021.

The production is forecasted to increase to 30.5 million metric tons in 2021/2022. North Africa accounted for over 60 percent of the African wheat production.

In 2020/2021, wheat imports to the continent reached around 54.8 million metric tons.

Edwin Grant Steytler

Ntombi Fikile Nkambule

Asmaa Basha

EGS@novozymes.com

NTFN@novozymes.com

AMBA@novozymes.com

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SNACKS & CONFECTIONERY

The REMY-dy to your confectionery coating problem

We all eat with our eyes first. Thus, it’s no surprise that food manufacturers utilise both natural and artificial food colours to market and sell their products. The technological function of a food colour is to enhance the visual appeal, provide colour to food that would otherwise be colourless as well as to restore the original appearance of food. Carien Schoeman and Roné Luttig from Savannah discuss rice starch as a clean label alternative to Titanium dioxide (TiO2).

T

itanium dioxide (TiO2) (E171) is

is widely used in confectionery coating

ban on TiO2 in the EU has already made its

widely used in the food industry to

for products such as chewing gums, hard

way to South African manufacturers and

impart the colour white to food. TiO2

candy, chocolate lentils and candy-coated

customers alike. Effecting exported and

nuts and seeds.

local products, confectionery manufactures

is the go-to white food colourant because with its high brightness and refractive

During January 2022, the European

are looking for clean label TiO2 replacers to

index, it gives the best results at a low

Commission amended their regulations

be used in white confectionery coatings.

dose. It is due to these benefits that TiO2

regarding the food additive TiO2, banning the

Beneo offers rice starch solutions that can

use of TiO2 as a food additive in the European

contribute to a high level of whiteness and,

Union. The phasing out period ends on 7

thus, is perfectly suited to act as clean label

August 2022 after which a full ban will apply.

TiO2 replacer in confectionery coatings.

The ban of TiO2 was the result of the

The advantages of using Beneo’s Remy

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

B7 in confectionery coatings are well

panel on Food Additives and Flavourings

beyond just the whitening effect.

(FAF), which included a safety assessment of TiO2 as a food additive. This assessment was published at the beginning of May

Here are some of the advantages of rice starch: • Remy B7 is a native rice starch that has

2021 and stated that using TiO2

a very fine particle size. Due to the fact

as a food additive is no longer

that rice starch has the smallest starch

considered safe based on

granules of all the common starches

new reliable scientific data

like maize, potato, tapioca and wheat,

indicating that it has possible

it is more functional to use as a TiO2

carcinogenic effects in humans.

With an increased

replacement in confectionery coatings.

The confectionery has uneven gaps on the surface that the fine rice particles

awareness of health

easily fill, giving it a smooth effect on the

and wellbeing, the

surface, which results in uniform colour distribution and a smooth mouthfeel.

• T he rice starch has good adhesion to the confection and the natural whiteness of rice compared to other starches gives it a higher degree of whitening.

• Remy B7 has no impact on sensorial properties of the final product.

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• T here is a reduction in the drying time during the coating process with the use of Remy B7, which results in an increase in production capacity.

• Remy B7 is a native starch and thus, has a no food additive status resulting in a clean label declaration as starch.

Remy B7 is just one example of the clean label solutions offered by Savannah for the food industry. Contact Savannah for more solutions to your food and beverage manufacturing problems. •

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"Beneo offers rice starch solutions that can contribute to a high level of whiteness and is suited to act as clean label TiO2 replacement."

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SNACKS & CONFECTIONERY

Control boosted by flexible connected machines in state-of-the-art chocolate operations Complete control from field, through the factory and out to the consumer proves how important data can be, every step of the way.

O

ne of the most powerful things any

“The new plant, which started production in

company can possess is knowledge.

December 2010, was designed with global

However, not just any knowledge.

certifications in mind. For the new plant,

We’re talking about in-depth, under the skin,

the decision was made to invest in the best

very-beginning-to-very-end knowledge. A

possible machinery and equipment industry

lot of this is the result of years of experience.

could provide. We wanted to make sure

However, in this day and age, Industry

that everything was under control, fully

4.0 is delivering so much new operational

traceable and managed by a comprehensive

knowledge that it is also creating whole new

supervision system, which would rely heavily

ways of doing things.

on operational data. Indeed, it was the early

One company that is blessed with

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data collection that set the foundation for

With the Agostoni family at the helm of

us earning one of Northern Italy’s very first

the business since it was founded in 1946,

Industry 4.0 certifications. We chose the

the company is a worldwide ambassador

best technology on the market!” says Ercole.

for outstanding Italian quality in the art

from the Cama Group. Cama was always

fruit of a long-standing family tradition that

going to be involved in our new project,” he

has invested in the idea of monitoring the

continues, “Thanks to the equipment and

chocolate production chain every step of

support we’ve had in the past, including

the way.

the installation of our first Cama machine in 1995, which is still going strong thanks

ICAM to offer an indisputable guarantee of

to new updates with more advanced

quality – with an emphasis on transparent

technologies. For secondary packaging,

production processes and complete

we need maximum flexibility,” explains

traceability of the finished product – as the

Ercole. “This is why Cama is so good for us.

best way to respond to the growing food

Our production lines often work 24/7, and

safety demands on the part of consumers.

each day, on each line, we can change the

Thanks to this thorough approach, the

product type up to six times. In addition to

company has succeeded in creating a

this flexibility, we also need traceability. We

continually updated platform of international

must have full connectivity, which Cama’s

certifications to help guarantee its total

machines provide.

quality model.

According to Antonello Ercole, industrial

We currently have two projects running with Cama,” he elaborates, “one is packaging

director at ICAM, “Globally we have around

cocoa powder into a box and the other is

400 employees involved in the production of

for a US company that produces a special

chocolate and derivatives, such as powder,

bar called PaleoVegan. This is a complicated

butter, praline and creams. We produce

line, comprising nine recipes. The flow-

25 000 tonnes of products per year, more

packed chocolate bars need to be packaged

than 3 000 different bars, in more than 500

in pouches, then in cartons and in a wrap-

different recipes.

around case. Cama’s machines sit between

ICAM hired me to oversee the production

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“Our secondary packaging solutions come

of chocolate-making. Its products are the

This beginning-to-end process allows

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stipulation for this interconnectivity and

beginning-to-end knowledge is ICAM.

us and the customer, so we have to trust that

capabilities in its new, larger and more

Cama will deliver what we want and what the

modern plant in Orsenigo,” explains Ercole.

customer needs.

SNACKS & CONFECTIONERY

Visitors to the Orsenigo plant will see a

the cocoa bean crops, where we finance

production line measuring 26m x 60m with

co-operatives and help them to save water

everyone in the control room. The first half

and avoid the use of pesticides. The second

of the process – beans to liquid chocolate

is to do with packaging, where we are

– is totally automated. Just nine people

balancing local/national needs (recyclable

oversee the production of 20 000 tonnes

vs. compostable) with the appropriate

of chocolate! “With this automated line we

packaging solutions. Energy is another major

produce 500 different recipes and can trace

consideration, which we addressed with the

every single process ingredient,” Ercole

design of the new factory. We produce 87%

adds. “This automated line was originally

of the energy needed, primarily for heating

built to produce 20 000 tonnes of chocolate;

at beginning and chilling at the end. Our

we are now nearer 30 000, and it is the

energy-generation plant uses natural gas to

automation that has helped us to improve

generate 2.4MW of electricity and 1.7MW

and increase capacity.

of steam. The efficiency levels we enjoy

“Our new plant was the subject of a

means we have halved our energy costs, with

major investment,” says Ercole. “We could

the savings having an effect on both our

have gone for lesser quality machines

carbon footprint and the emissions per kg

and systems, but thanks to this instance

of chocolate.”

on the best possible technology, we had

This beginning-to-end control is not

a payback period of less than 2 ½ years.

always feasible for every company, but

really do have the potential to turn real-

In addition, this plant is more sustainable.

the drive to gain greater knowledge

time knowledge and data into actions and

Three years ago, we produced a book called

to gain better insights, to make better

improvements that can deliver instantaneous

Balance of Sustainability, which explains to

decisions, to foster better performance is

positive results. •

readers what ICAM can do, what it did, and

in reach of anybody. In an industrial sense,

what it wants to do in the future,” explains

interconnectivity and data capability are the

Ercole. “There are a few major points in our

new driving forces on Industry 4.0. Combine

sustainability objectives. The first covers

these with modern automation and you

CAMA – www.camagroup.com USS Pactech – www.usspactech.co.za IC AM – www.icamcioccolato.com

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DAIRY Both Krones lines include a Contipure AseptBloc DN blow-moulder/filler block for low-acid products with PreformCheck inspector and a Prejet rinser for preforms

FrieslandCampina uses recycled PET – to be more precise containers made of 100% recycled PET (rPET) in order to reduce consumption of virgin PET, and thus new raw material.

Meet the winning team ‘Never change a winning team’ may very well be what decision-makers at the dairy cooperative FrieslandCampina thought when it came to upgrading filling capacities for evaporated milk at their facility in Aalter in Belguim. Considering the good experience gained with line 1, the customer once more opted for a Krones Contipure AseptBloc DN for line 2.

A

s one of the world’s biggest dairy

its entire height. This perforated line

cooperatives, FrieslandCampina

simplifies recycling because the zip enables

has always endeavoured to master

consumers to separate the sleeve quite

the balancing act between running a safe

easily from the container before placing

and dependable production operation and

each in its appropriate bin.

using state-of-the-art technology. In 2014,

The second major criterion for the

the company decided to install dry-aseptic

purchase of the new line was that filling

technology in its production facility in

capacities urgently needed to be upsized

Aalter for aseptically filling milk and dairy

since the existing aseptic line with the

products in PET containers. At the time, it

Contipure AseptBloc DN was running 24/7

was one of the first Contipure AseptBloc

– and product demand kept on rising.

Brecht Deleu, project manager at FrieslandCampina.

Lisa Moeyaert, quality assurance specialist at FrieslandCampina.

Delphine Haelewyn, maintenance supervisor at FrieslandCampina.

DN systems delivered by Krones, with preform sterilisation, reduced consumption

100% STERILITY

January 2021. Then

of sterilisation medium and reliable results.

Brecht Deleu had already assisted in putting

the first microbiological

Line 1 produced 36 000 containers per hour.

in place the first aseptic line from Krones in

tests were performed in

FrieslandCampina has now brought an almost

2014 and was also one of FrieslandCampina’s

February. “We had a very good

identical dry-aseptic line from Krones online,

project managers for the second line. “The

ramp-up phase,” explains quality assurance

this one rated at 24 000 bottles per hour.

Krones people have done their homework.

specialist Lisa Moeyaert, who is responsible

Everything we’d commented on with regard

for validating new installations. “There were

CONSCIOUS DECISION FOR RPET

to line 1 was taken into due account and

no microbiological problems, all products

FrieslandCampina produces longlife milk and

optimised for line 2,” he says.

were sterile. The blow-moulded containers’

milk drinks for the European market. This also

“Closure feed was one thing that was

quality have been very good – material

includes evaporated milk, which has so far

improved. In line 1, the closures are

distribution in the stretch blow-moulding

been filled in small glass bottles. However,

kept in the sterilisation medium for only

process is spot-on. That’s important for

these non-returnable containers no longer

13 seconds. Now, thanks to a helical infeed,

the containers’ stability during transport,

met the company’s sustainability criteria.

they stay in there for an entire minute.

with six to seven layers stacked on a pallet.

Therefore, FrieslandCampina decided to use

Preform handling was also improved, and

Nor were there any complaints in regard

containers made of 100% recycled PET (rPET)

the blow-moulder is designed for more user-

to the quality of the screw-caps and the

to reduce consumption of virgin PET, and thus,

friendliness overall. On line 2, it now takes

way they were put on top of the bottles,”

new raw material. Another advantage that

just one hour to replace the moulds because

said Moeyaert.

plastics have over glass is their considerably

the routine has been automated. However,

Each container format was first validated

lower weight. The PET containers for

the most important result for us is that the

by FrieslandCampina before it was released

evaporated milk, which range from 200ml –

line’s microbiological safety was increased

for production. Since May 2021, the process

500ml in size, weigh between 10g – 16.6g.

even more. We checked 60 000 bottles and

is finished, and all products and formats have

none of them were unsterile,” he says.

been acceptance-tested. Three Checkmat

The line was installed in December 2020/

units automatically inspect the containers

Additionally, the PET containers are dressed in a sleeve featuring a zip over

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DAIRY The new line is rated at 24 000 bottles per hour and started operation in early 2021.

The PET containers are dressed in a sleeve.

for correct fill level, correct closure and label

production time of 72h without interruption

sizes between 140ml – 500ml. All products

placement, and the PreformCheck unit in

for cleaning. “At present, we do not need

are milk-based and have been sterilised

the blow-moulder monitors preform quality.

any more than that because we don’t fill

before they are filled.

“The most important thing for me about

one and the same product for longer than

validation was that the Krones team was

three days running,” explains Moeyaert.

products as the first aseptic line, which is

here, so we could perform the tests together.

Depending on the products involved, the

installed right opposite line 2:

That worked wonderfully. I like the way

line is changed over two to three times

• C hocolate milk in 200ml containers

Krones people work with their very open,

a week. Changing over both product and

• A strawberry-flavoured fermented milk-

communicative and invariably solution-

format takes about four hours, just changing

driven mindset.” admits Moeyaert.

the format one to two hours.

VALIDATED FOR 72 HOURS OF UNINTERRUPTED OPERATION

significant boost to FrieslandCampina’s

The line has been validated for a continuous

portion packs, a total of seven different

The new additional aseptic line gave a

In addition, the line processes the same

based drink, likewise in 200ml containers • F lavoured milk in 400ml and 500ml bottles for the UK market. •

production flexibility. The line handles small

Krones – www.krones.com

Tel 011 608 4944 Fax 011 608 4948 Email sales@sensetek.biz

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WINES, BEERS & CIDERS

Efficient cleaning technology selection for greater profits When looking at cleaning technology for Clean-in-place (CIP), there are only two questions: Will it clean my tank and how much does it cost? Advancements in cleaning technology means that we are not just able to clean a customer’s tank, but also save them time and money in the process explains James Simmonds, product manager cleaning technology at Armaturenwerk Hötensleben GmbH.

T

here are three basic types of

oldest type of technology used is the

technology, Static Spray Balls,

Static Spray Ball. With no moving parts and

single axis rotating and duel axis

AWH Tanko S series

proper care, it is (potentially) maintenance

the largest German

rotating. Each has its merits, and savings

free and, coupled with low investment

breweries, saw the

can really be made by choosing the right

costs, it is often the first choice of both

large Static Spray

type of equipment to use. There are four

vessel manufacturer and end-user alike.

Balls in 76 of their

inter-dependant factors that influence

Operating at low pressure and with high

700m3 fermentation

the result of a Clean-in-place (CIP) cycle.

flow requirements, the cleaning function

vessels changed

In 1959, Dr Herbert Sinner combined

of a Static Spray Ball is to produce points

to AWH Tanko S50

these into what is now referred to as

of impact on the vessel walls (where the

rotating heads.

Sinner’s Circle. Sinner identified the four

jets from the holes hit). However, we rely

key elements of cleaning to be time,

on the volume of liquid running down

testing they

temperature, chemical and mechanical

the sides of the tank (a free falling film)

achieved a 38%

action. Sinner recognised that by

for the majority of the clean. This leans

reduction in

increasing one factor, we can make savings

the suitability of Static Spray Balls more

cleaning time,

on one or more of the remaining factors.

towards smaller vessels as less overall

a 58% reduction

When looking at any CIP cycle, the most

volume of cleaning liquid is required to

in fresh water

expensive elements are generally time (lost

cover the tank walls and

consumption as well as a 39% reduction

production time), temperature (energy

easily removed soils

in caustic needed. In total, this translated

required to heat cleaning liquids) and the

(such as light liquids)

into a saving of €51.60 per tank, per CIP.

chemical or cleaning liquid itself.

as less Mechanical

The payback period per tank by changing

Action is required to

technology was under 10 CIP cycles.

AWH cleaning technology focuses on the forth factor – mechanical action.

Mechanical Action is the physical force

remove them.

As vessel’s increase

After extensive

When considering larger tanks or heavy levels of soiling, often the most effective technology is multi-axis jet

used on a soiled area. With minimal

in size or soiling

investment in moving from one type

becomes more

of equipment to another, it is possible

difficult to

is slow rotating and builds up

to greatly increase productivity while

remove, we begin

its wash pattern over a certain

reducing running costs significantly. The

to look at single

period of time. Their efficient

axis rotating cleaners like the AWH Tanko S Series.

While still operating

considerable savings on time and chemicals. The AWH Tanko S50 will clean tanks up to 6m in diameter, but at

axis rotating devices step up the level

3bar requires 15m3/h flow to do so. The AWH Tanko MX125 multi-axis jet cleaner

carried out by a series of high energy

will clean the same size tank at a pressure

droplets, generated by fast rotation and

of 5bar, but will only require 4m3/h.

precision cut slots, impacting instantly

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use of the cleaning fluid and high level of Mechanical Action means

at low pressure, single of Mechanical Action. The cleaning is

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cleaners. This type of equipment

However, it is not always the case that a

and repeatedly against the soiling on all

multi-axis jet cleaner is the best solution.

surfaces. Relating back to Sinner’s Circle,

It is important to consider the nature of

more energy is now added to the cleaning

the soil you are trying to remove. A 5m

process, reducing both the amount of

diameter tank with a light soil type may be

cleaning liquid required and the time

cleaned quicker with a fast rotating single

needed for cleaning. This leads to a direct

axis cleaner (which instantly covers the

cost-saving. A study carried out at one of

surfaces) than a slower rotating multi-axis

WINES, BEERS & CIDERS

jet cleaner. It is important to identify the

Tanko JX Series

cross over in realised value between time on a theme,

taken and flow rate per hour required.

Cleaning technology is most

"It is their holistic approach to appraising a cleaning application that allows AWH Cleaning Technology to achieve tangible cost savings and process optimisations for customers."

commonly driven by the cleaning liquid flowing through it. Further efficiencies can also be made by using an externally driven jet cleaner.

These are usually driven by either an electric motor or by compressed air such as the AWH Tanko JX range.

with each variation serving some specific condition. It is easy enough to choose a cleaner based on tank size and price, but without taking into consideration the large number of other aspects of a cleaning application the chances

As these jet

of selecting the best suited

cleaners are not relying on a certain

AWH Tanko MX125 with 4mm nozzles

volume of water to

requires 4m3/h flow rate, whereas

drive them, flow rates

the externally driven Tanko

are often much lower

JX70 at the same pressure only

than conventional

requires 1.25m /h.

3

media driven jet

Selecting the correct cleaning

cleaners. At 5bar

technology is not always a

pressure, the

straightforward process. The above are

media driven

examples of the types of technology

The AWH Tanko MX Series

available to users, but even within these 3 basic groups there are many variations

TANKO® MX125

TANKO® CP3

equipment are slim, and a golden opportunity to boost profits may be lost.

It is this holistic approach to appraising a cleaning application that allows AWH Cleaning Technology to achieve tangible cost savings and process optimisations for customers. •

AWH – www.awh.eu

TANKO® CR40

VAN DER MOLEN

PROCESS SYSTEMS NEUMO Ehrenberg Group

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WINES, BEERS & CIDERS

How art thou brew?

Turning the challenges posed by shifting consumer demands into opportunities in the brewery industry can be difficult. Darryl Macdougall, managing director at Verder Pumps South Africa explains how having the right partner who can provide the best solutions suited to your specific needs can make it somewhat easier.

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Even prior to the onset of the pandemic

eliminate any risk of contaminants during

and lockdown impacts, the brewery market

production are necessary for producers who

was becoming increasingly dense and

want to stay ahead of the variety trends.

Covid-19 pandemic began. The local alcohol

competitive. Over the last several years,

For example, throughout the production

industries have had a gruelling time over

there has been a growing number of micro

process, there are many areas where

the last two years due to the impacts of

and craft or artisanal players entering the

hygienic pumps with a modular design can

the lockdowns, bans and the subsequent

market. In turn, this has placed pressure on

be integrated, allowing for streamlined

restrictions on the sale of alcohol locally as

the industrial or mass producers to keep up

disassembly, cleanability and reassembly.

well as the reduced export trade volumes

with modern and shifting consumer tastes

and ongoing supply chain disruptions.

and corporate retail demands – from new

financially – and to turn the challenges

flavours, fashions and fads to low and non-

posed by shifting consumer demand into

market has not been immune to these

alcoholic beers, and focus being placed on

opportunities – processes must be reliable,

impacts, it should be noted that local brews

product quality and premiumisation. This

repeatable and error-free. Integrating

still prove to be significantly popular for

had led to modern facilities - from artisanal

the right equipment is critical to steering

local consumption and exportation. In fact,

to industrial or mass production facilities -

through the pandemic upheaval, sustainably.

market research indicates that the local

moving from having a dedicated production

The technical aspects of selecting the right

beer market was valued at $6.65 billion

line for each product to an innovative multi-

pumping solutions for specific applications

(calculated in retail prices) in 2014 – and

product line, which could be processing

can also be complex. Brewers, therefore,

has been forecast to reach $12.05 billion

several different liquids or flavours every day.

should look to a trusted and reputable

he world has changed at breathtaking speed in almost every sphere of human civilisation since the

However, and while the local brewery

(in retail prices) by 2024, at a CAGR of

However, the multi-product line approach

As the brewery industry seeks to recover

brand that can offer not only a wide range

5.48% per annum for the period 2019-

raises more challenges that every production

of pumping solutions, but solutions that are

2024. Interestingly, this forecast takes the

line manager will invariably face – such as

long-lasting, cost-effective and efficient –

impacts of the pandemic into account and

deciding how best to manage the transition

because they are 100% fit-for-purpose for

yet, the forecasted annual growth rate

from one product to another on the same

the application. •

for this period is only slightly decreased

line. Another potential hazard is cross-

when compared to the calculated growth

contamination, which can lead to spoiled

rate of about 6.97% per year, registered in

products, shorter shelf-life, production

2014 – 2018.

downtime and risks to employees during the

With this positive outlook of future market

cleaning process. Finally, a multi-product line

growth, local brewers are turning their

can increase the exposure risk to microbes,

attention to rethinking and restructuring

which present an ever-looming threat.

their plans from even 24-months ago,

So, at the heart of maintaining the highest

where maintaining business continuity and

hygiene standards across multi-product

sustainability in a far more competitive and

lines lies the careful selection of equipment.

changed-consumer market has become

Fit-for-purpose hygienic pumping solutions

more the order of the day.

that have been designed and built to

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