FAM STUMABO has nearly doubled its production capacity for French fry blades, supported by a third production facility that is now fully operational and houses the company’s expanded hydrocutting blade operations. The investment is aimed at potato processors seeking operational efficiency, consistent cutting quality and greater product differentiation, including specialty French fry cuts.
HealthTech Bio Actives (HTBA) is to introduce its citrose sweetener, a next-generation high intensity sweetener, to European food and beverage manufacturers for the first time at Fi Europe 2026 from 17-19 November. At stand #30C83, the company will demonstrate how the patented, citrus-derived and Upcycled Certified™ sweetener complex can help to deliver a cleaner, more […]
Roquette has launched WELLENCE GF 1229, a cellulosic hydrocolloid solution designed to improve quality and processing performance in gluten-free bakery. Intended for loaves and bread rolls as well as bagels, pizza dough and more, the ingredient is aimed at manufacturers seeking greater bread volume, a finer crumb structure and longer-lasting softness, while keeping processing simple […]
Hosokawa Alpine, a provider of powder processing technology, offers a range of milling and classification systems designed to increase the protein content of plantbased flours. The company says its protein dry fractionation process enables the cost-effective production of high-quality plant-based protein concentrates as a substitute for animal proteins, supporting the growing global demand for protein.
StePacPPC has introduced the Xgo PAZ resealable pouch, a stand-up retail format that the company says combines modified atmosphere, modified humidity and condensation control in a single structure. Engineered for moisture-sensitive produce such as cucumbers, the patent-pending pouch applies flexible-film technology and, according to the company, helps preserve quality for up to 16 days, maintaining […]
SIRIO Europe, a contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) specialising in nutraceutical gummy and softgel solutions, has launched Creatine+, a portfolio of eight ready-to-market creatine gummies. Three new concepts pair creatine with magnesium, zinc or vitamin D, and are designed to help brands enter more than one health benefit space at once, from high-intensity training […]
WECO introduced the Multiscan MXV-Bulk X-ray inspection system for in-shell nut applications. The system analyses density differences inside each nut to identify hidden quality defects, insufficient kernel fill and dense foreign material (FM). By removing these from the product stream, the company says, the MXV-Bulk helps processors achieve higher product grades, increase per-pound value and […]
Crespel & Deiters, a refinement expert in plant-based raw materials, has introduced two high-protein crisps designed to raise the protein content of recipes while keeping a clearly defined crunch. Lory® IsoCrisp Fava Protein delivers 50.5g of protein per 100g, while Lory IsoCrisp Wheat Protein provides 65.4g per 100g.
Key Technology, a member of the Duravant family of operating companies, has introduced three enhancements for its COMPASS® belt-fed optical sorter: advanced backlight technology, optional three-way sorting and a larger-capacity model size. The company says the sorter delivers precise, repeatable removal of foreign material and product defects, helping processors ensure product quality while simplifying operation […]
Dahmes, a Minnesota-based manufacturer of spray drying and powder processing systems, has introduced the VacuCoil™ High Pressure Preheater, a feed preheater designed to raise spray dryer output for heat-sensitive concentrates. The unit mounts on the high-pressure side of the feed line, immediately before the atomiser, and heats liquid concentrate, often dairy protein or other heat-sensitive […]