Milk is a product that has been consumed by people of all ages for centuries. With consumers becoming ever more concerned about the health impacts of what they’re eating and drinking, UK dairy farmers and organisations such as Dairy UK are putting their time and money into spreading the word about the health benefits of… Read more
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Time is money – food trend predictions for 2019 and beyond
Time is money – food trend predictions for 2019 and beyond
Read moreKern 24/7 Smart Terminals – automated parcel lockers for smart delivery of your packages
Kern 24/7 Smart Terminals; automated parcel lockers for food and non food deliveries
Read moreMeasuring your production line performance
According to Colin Morgan featured in Packaging News, food manufacturers, particularly in the baked goods sector where timings in the production process are key, are under growing pressure to increase productivity and efficiencies. Measuring OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) is claimed to be the most commonly used performance measurement in packaging lines, monitoring how the production line… Read more
Read moreIntelligent packaging for convenience foods
KernPack and ATS Unique Banding solutions are using their extensive knowledge and understanding of the food sector to produce sustainable solutions for expertly strapping and bundling food items. With their innovative ultra sonic cold welding technology, their machines are able to gently and safely band convenience food items without any heat generation even in humid, dusty or cold temperatures.
Read moreFood and Beverage businesses expect to invest in automation
Investment in automation and reduction on reliance on additional workforce should be the focus of the food and beverage industry according to Grant Thornton
Read moreYour top 5 business objectives for 2014
According to the Institute of Directors, businesses need to think about their goals for the rest of 2014. They recommend 5 top business goals for 2014 and suggest that a focus on controlling cash flow is key to your business survival and growth, keeping control of your costs and effective credit control. Good branding is… Read more
Read moreInflation of up to 6% for Food and Drink in 2014
According to Prestige Purchasing’s annual Food and Drink Inflation report, Food and Drink inflation could reach up to 6% in 2014. Having already been subject to a 30% rise in the cost of food since 2007, it is claimed that inflation levels will exceed those of 2013 which peaked at 4.7% in October 2013. The… Read more
Read moreNew Year ban for imitation Cornish Pasty
The final piece of EU legislation came into effect this year, protecting our iconic pasty from imitations. Only pasties made in Cornwall to the traditional recipe of beef, potatoes, onions, swede and seasoning can be officially sold as “Cornish pasty” following the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) accreditation in 2011. A pasty is only deemed to be… Read more
Read moreKey trends in the packaging industry
According to Smithers Pira, the packaging industry needs to reflect the changing needs of the consumer in today’s market. Writing in the Packaging Gazette, they claim there are 5 key trends we all need to be aware of when packaging our products
Read moreFruitful Flow Wrapping
From confectionery to fruit and snacks, companies are now turning to automated systems which can safely wrap a whole range of different-shaped products in any configuration. The key in the food industry to wrapping any product is flexibility and speed. With the start of autumn on our doorsteps and the nights beginning to draw in… Read more
Read moreCronut craze takes off in the UK
A cross between a doughnut and a croissant, the first ‘cronut’ was born in New York in May this year and since then it’s become a worldwide sensation. London has now followed the trend and according to the BritishBaker.com, they’ve uncovered a number of outlets that are trying to capitalise on the latest cronut-mania. These… Read more
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