New KEMPF HQ: A New York state of mind
By Catalina Mihu True to its motto, ‘Standing still is a step backward’, Kempf successfully completed its ambitious relocation project
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57,000 trade visitors attend iba 2023
Trade visitors welcome iba’s comeback. This October, 1,073 exhibitors from 46 countries showcased their latest developments in 10 halls, for 57,000 visitors from 150 countries attending the show. The fair in Munich saw full aisles for an anticipated industry reunion. By comparison, more than 77,000 trade visitors from around 170 countries came to iba in 2018. In total, over 1,300 companies exhibited 5 years ago.
Kaak OvenScan uncovers process improvement potential
Energy consumption is undisputed at the top of the industry’s concerns and efforts for improvement. Royal Kaak recently launched a new service that closely investigates the energy-saving potential of an industrial oven, which can help lower energy consumption by up to 15%: the OvenScan, launched last year and introduced in the Benelux countries in 2023.
Digitalization tools take center stage at iba
Robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and automated order and payment processes will be showcased at iba, part of the show’s digitalization focus. Visitors will be able to discover new opportunities in the iba.DIGITALISATION AREA, supported by AHA 360° and Shop-IQ.
Bread is best! Royal Kaak technology
Bread consumption is once again on the rise, with the market expected to grow annually by 6.80% and reach a
Iba revamps hall structure, announces future dates
iba 2023 will introduce a new hall structure. The organizers announced the halls will be grouped by topic this year: packaging technology in hall B1, and production technology and equipment in halls A1, A2, B2, B3, C1 and C2.
The right robot for the job
Automating labor-intensive, repetitive work in bakeries by use of robotics helps perform complex movements and round-the-clock tasks. Besides the packaging
Efficiency at the end of the tunnel (THERMADOR oven)
In the industrial baking of any type of bread, and a multitude of other product ranges, tunnel ovens are the giants of large-volume, continuous baking, for which efficiency is a must.
The new L’Artisane baguette line
The L’Artisane baguette line is destined to change the world of industrially produced baguettes. As a result of Benier’s new system, the baked products are designed to achieve high quality without final proofing.
Customized production: Royal Kaak
Pizza is one of the most popular foods worldwide, and various plant constructors offer industrial pizza lines. Here is a small overview of the manufacturers and methods.
“Baker’s fingers”
Kaak is working to improve the future of iBake Care and to offer additional benefits to customers by researching new technologies. One such technology is called “Dough Sense” that would provide real-time feedback on dough quality.
Automation and digitalization – who will be the technology leader?
As might have been expected, machine and plant controller automation and digitalization were one of the major topics at the iba trade fair.
