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  01/06/2023 | Technology

Machine vision solutions for inline inspection in confectionery

A traditional field of application for vision systems is the confectionery industry. Here, many quality features or product characteristics can only be checked visually. SP

A traditional field of application for vision systems is the confectionery industry. Here, many quality features or product characteristics can only be checked visually. A varying appearance of the products and different error classes are common. Precisely for these reasons, image processing solutions for this area pose a particular challenge.

Bi-Ber has been supplying camera systems for confectionery “made in Berlin” for more than 25 years now and has immense experience in this special industry. Examples for Bi-Ber’s solutions are the all-round 2D or 3D inspection of chocolate bars, the quality check of toppings or waffles as well as the product inspection with artificial intelligence (AI).

In this application, the vision system carries out the final inspection of chocolate-coated wafers. While still in the mould, the chocolate wafers are checked for foreign objects and quality defects. Holes, breakage, smeared coatings and leaking fillings must be marked as rejects. Up to 60 moulds per minute with a maximum of 54 products in each can be inspected.

Bi-Ber vision systems are Windows-based and equipped with modern GigE or USB3 color cameras. They have multilingual firmware and modern software interfaces and functionality.

For more information
send an email to: sales@bilderkennung.de
call: +49 30 8103 22260
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www.bilderkennung.de/suesswaren-industrie.html

 
 
  06/06/2023 | Packaging

Flexible packaging material prices ease from recent highs

Following the first signs of cooling prices for flexible packaging materials seen at the end of 2022, the first quarter of 2023 saw a drop across the basket of materials, with only aluminium foil ticking up further (from 179 % to 187 % v Q4 2020) due to higher conversion costs. SP

Following the first signs of cooling prices for flexible packaging materials seen at the end of 2022, the first quarter of 2023 saw a drop across the basket of materials, with only aluminium foil ticking up further (from 179 % to 187 % v Q4 2020) due to higher conversion costs. Only 60 gsm one sided coated paper remained stable at 170 %, v Q4 2020. Other materials such as 15-micron BOPA film at 147 %, 12-micron PET film at 145 % and 20 micron BOPP film at 140 % recorded minor recent price declines of up to 12 % and remain well above Q4 2020 price levels, according to figures released recently by Flexible Packaging Europe (FPE).

Both LDPE and HDPE recorded much smaller recent price reductions, both at –3 %. They now stand at 161 % (LDPE) and 144 % (HDPE), well above 2020 levels, having been as high as 201 % and 182 % in the middle of last year.

www.flexpack-europe.org

 
 
  02/06/2023 | Trade, Trends

NielsenIQ confectionery monitor: double-digit revenue increase via higher pricing level

German retail confectionery sales through calendar week 18 of 2023 developed very positively. SG

German retail confectionery sales through calendar week 18 of 2023 developed very positively.  

According to the NielsenIQ confectionery monitor, revenues grew by 10.1% up to € 5.904 bn, while in contrast sales volume sank by 2.0% down to 610,600 tonnes (basis: food retailers + drug stores). NielsenIQ cites all product groups growing as a result of a “higher pricing level”.

The categories of salty snacks and sweet baked goods each enjoyed increased revenues of 14.2%, making them the strongest drivers of growth. Salty snacks achieved revenues of € 1.505 bn (sales volume - 1.5%; 153,700 t), while sweet baked goods supplier revenues were cited at € 739 m (sales volume - 6.0%; 100,700 t). Sugar confectionery also increased revenues, rising by 12.7% up to € 930.1 m (sales volume - 0.4%; 125,600 t). Chocolate products, the strongest revenues category, achieved an increase in revenues of 6.1% up to € 2.731 bn (sales volume - 1.3%; 230,600 t).

Significant growth in confectionery revenues of 17.3% (+ € 48.7 m) was achieved by drug stores, followed closely by small supermarkets (+ 16.9%; + € 6.7 m). And clear increases were also achieved in the additional sales channels of discounters (+ 10.8%; + € 257.6 m), large consumer markets (+ 8.8%; + € 94.1 m), small consumer markets (+ 8.7%; + € 104.2 m), and large supermarkets (+ 7.5%; + € 28.8 m).

niq.com

 
 
  31/05/2023 | Packaging

World Packaging Organisation (WPO) welcomes new members

The World Packaging Organisation (WPO) approved three new “Full Members” during its 109th Board Meeting and the first of 2023 held at interpack trade show on 7 May 2023 in Düsseldorf/Germany. SP

The World Packaging Organisation (WPO) approved three new “Full Members” during its 109th Board Meeting and the first of 2023 held at interpack trade show on 7 May 2023 in Düsseldorf/Germany. The new associations accepted as part of this global packaging community are the Chamber of Printing and Packaging Industries (Egypt), the Institut National du Design Packaging (France) and the Irish Packaging Society (Ireland). As “Full Members”, all have the right to vote in WPO matters. WPO now joins 82 members from 61 countries.

“It is extremely meaningful to WPO to get new members from regions where we are not that active yet,” said WPO President Pierre Pienaar. “This is a way of increasing our presence in other regions and, most important, to contribute to the sustainable development of local and global packaging industries. On the other hand, no doubt these three new countries – Egypt, France and Ireland – will give excellent inputs to WPO new projects and actions.”

Luciana Pellegrino, WPO Senior Vice President of Marketing and President elected, completed: “The more packaging associations that join WPO, more we can have a better approach to the global packaging challenges, especially key ones related to save food, food safety, sustainability, digitalization, packaging innovation and packaging education programmes.”

www.worldpackaging.org

 
 
  30/05/2023 | Ingredients

Azelis strengthens flavour and taste agreement with Mane

Azelis, a leading innovation service provider in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients industry, revealed an agreement with French flavour specialist Mane to distribute its flavours and taste solutions in Denmark, Norway and Sweden. SP

Azelis, a leading innovation service provider in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients industry, revealed an agreement with French flavour specialist Mane to distribute its flavours and taste solutions in Denmark, Norway and Sweden. This mandate expands the existing partnership between Azelis and Mane in France, the UK, Ireland, Benelux and Turkey. With Mane known for its extensive range of flavours and taste solutions, this agreement allows Azelis to broaden its product offering in the food & nutrition market. The partnership also aligns with Azelis’ organic growth strategy with its key partners.

www.azelis.com www.mane.com

 
 
  25/05/2023 | Industry, Trade Fair, Technology

Advertorial: WDS informed about flexible machine concepts

Under the motto of “WDS – Home of Confectionery Diversity: Production Lines for All Capacity Requirements”, Winkler und Dünnebier Süßwarenmaschinen (WDS) presented at interpack 2023 trade show in Düsseldorf/Germany customized production lines for chocolate, gum and jelly, toffee, fondant and hard candy. SP

Under the motto of “WDS – Home of Confectionery Diversity: Production Lines for All Capacity Requirements”, Winkler und Dünnebier Süßwarenmaschinen (WDS) presented at interpack 2023 trade show in Düsseldorf/Germany customized production lines for chocolate, gum and jelly, toffee, fondant and hard candy. At the trade fair booth, flexible machine concepts were showcased: a ConfecEco in jelly configuration, the new, versatile ConfecVario, configured for chocolate production, as well as a laboratory depositor for special hygienic demands.

At the booth, visitors could also learn about the WDS “sweetOTC” division, which specializes in the product development and production of innovative OTC confectionery or supplement dosage forms. With new, specially designed WDS production plants, companies can expand their product portfolio and thus open up new growth markets.

Another important topic was “starch-free WDS production technology under GMP conditions”. To this end, the company has developed innovative plant technology for depositing and demoulding with polycarbonate moulds.

www.w-u-d.com

 
 
  23/05/2023 | Ingredients, Trade Fair

Vitafoods Europe 2023: world’s most important nutraceutical event

With over 1,060 global exhibitors from across the nutraceutical industry converge, this year’s show marked the biggest edition of Vitafoods Europe in its 26-year history. SG SP

With over 1,060 global exhibitors from across the nutraceutical industry converge, this year’s show marked the biggest edition of Vitafoods Europe in its 26-year history. Covering 25,000 m2 of exhibition space, the event recently welcomed more than 18,800 professionals from 162 countries to Palexpo in Geneva/Switzerland (9 to 11 May) and online (1 to 12 May) to experience the latest ingredient innovations, consumer trends and key market insights. Supported by a new event app and online platform, the tech-enhanced event facilitated successful networking through its data-driven matchmaking service and dedicated in-person networking receptions.

The Vitafoods Europe debut of the Future of Nutrition Summit brought together C-suite nutrition leaders to discuss the future of the industry and network. Meanwhile, the Vitafoods Europe Conference returned in a new format and location on the show floor, spotlighting innovation opportunities and ways to overcome common industry challenges. Delegates reported sessions sparking inspiring conversations and highlighted the value of face-to-face connection over crucial issues.

“As the world’s leading nutraceutical event, Vitafoods Europe has a vital role in driving the industry forward,” Andy Mather, Brand Director of Vitafoods Europe at organizer Informa Markets, emphasized. “With the addition of the new Future of Nutrition Summit and the return of the Vitafoods Europe Conference for 2023, we successfully brought some of the brightest minds our industry has to offer together to inspire the innovation that will shape both today and tomorrow.”

With a range of online and in person events, Vitafoods Insights is a 365 platform for the nutraceutical community. Vitafoods Europe will return in 2024 online (6 to 17 May) and in Geneva (14 to 16 May).

vitafoods.eu.com

 
 
  17/05/2023 | International

Mondelez International to invest over 30 million euros in Herentals bakery

Mondelez International plans to invest € 30 m in its Herentals bakery factory, where some of Belgian‘s beloved biscuits are made. SG

Mondelez International plans to invest € 30 m in its Herentals bakery factory, where some of Belgian‘s beloved biscuits are made.  

The new installations should be ­operational early 2024 and will enable the site to transform into a more modern, flexible, and competitive factory, while increasing the production capacity. “This significant investment will continue the modernizing of the production installations in our Herentals facility and create a highly efficient and robust supply infrastructure for our iconic ­biscuits such as Prince, Tuc, and Pim‘s,” said Bart De Geest, Plant Director at Mondelez Herentals. ”In combination with the development of our people expertise, this operation will enable the plant to develop its competitiveness and prepares the ground for future growth of the plant.”

The company plans to install a production line for Tuc crackers, in addition to the two existing cracker lines. According to the press release, the new line will create an additional 6,500 tonnes of capacity for Tuc, available to support up to 40% future growth. Mondelez also plans to add a production hall for Prince biscuits.

mondelezinternational.com

 
 
  16/05/2023 | Ingredients

Azelis acquires Gillco Ingredients

Azelis has signed an agreement to acquire 100 % of the shares of Gillco Ingredients, a specialty ingredient provider in the food and nutrition market in the US. SP

Azelis has signed an agreement to acquire 100 % of the shares of Gillco Ingredients, a specialty ingredient provider in the food and nutrition market in the US. The acquisition represents a strategic expansion into the US’s attractive food and nutrition market, reinforcing Azelis’ footprint in the life sciences. In addition to the group’s flavors and fragrances offering, Gillco allows Azelis to create a compelling portfolio and execute its growth strategy in the US food and nutrition industry and the broader life sciences in North America.

Founded in 1982, Gillco has developed long-standing relationships with global blue-chip suppliers, a diverse portfolio of specialty ingredients and applications and strong market expertise across most food industry segments, including bakery and nutraceutical markets. The company has 40 employees serving almost 1,000 customers from its San Marcos/California headquarters.

Dr Hans Joachim Müller, Azelis’ CEO, says the acquisition strengthens its lateral value chain for the US food and nutrition market and broader life sciences segment. “It allows us to offer a compelling proposition to principals and customers. In line with our strategic vision to be the preeminent innovation service provider in all territories where we operate, we welcome Gillco to the Azelis family.”

www.azelis.com www.gillco.com

 
 
  15/05/2023 | Ingredients, Technology

GEA to install sustainable heat pump solution at Arla Foods

GEA received an order from Arla Foods AKAFA to install the GEA AddCool sustainable heat pump solution at its facility in Svenstrup/Denmark. SP

GEA received an order from Arla Foods AKAFA to install the GEA AddCool sustainable heat pump solution at its facility in Svenstrup/Denmark. The dairy manufacturer plans to produce milk powder at this site using a more sustainable process. GEA’s AddCool technology halves a plant’s consumption of fossil fuels and its associated carbon footprint. The new system not only reduces the carbon footprint of Arla’s spray drying plant (GEA MSD 315 spray dryer) by 50 % but also reduces the plant’s fossil fuel consumption by more than 50 %. In addition, the GEA AddCool system delivers ice water to the existing system, reducing the need for cooling capacity. This will increase the total efficiency of different approaches on the site, making it more sustainable overall.

www.gea.com www.arlafoodsingredients.com

 
 
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