Rademaker announces acquisition, partnership
Rademaker announced two new developments aimed to expand its innovation capabilities: the acquisition of Form & Frys Maskinteknik and a strategic partnership with Sensure.
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Koenig partners with Abendschoen
Koenig announced it established a new partnership with Abendschoen, to develop together “next-level automation” solutions for commercial and industrial bakeries. Abendschoen is an established name in the field of bakery automation, including intelligent automation and robotics.
Pretzels with an automated twist
Pretzels are an undisputed staple in many European markets. They are instantly associated with craftsmanship, for a reliable snacking choice. For production consistency, automation that replicates the craft is the challenge.
Faster and better
Faster production, cost efficiency and quality consistency: these are the advantages that made the Chorleywood Bread Process such a success. With Royal Kaak’s MDD mixers, an entire range of products can enjoy the same production benefits, from buns to pizza, donuts and brioche.
All green lights for the smart factory
Stergiou Family recently expanded its production to a new range – frozen products, with a matching state-of-the-art facility. The fully automated, smart bakery is a project five years in the making and started operations a few months ago.
Schubert upgrades CARE platform
Gerhard Schubert GmbH significantly expanded its proprietary CARE (‘Connection for Analytics, Reporting and Efficiency’) monitoring solution this year. The upgraded platform enables the standard-compliant calculation of key OEE figures for packaging machines, and leaner processes thanks to decentralized data management, the company highlights.
AMF: Smart sourdough baking starts here
Establishing a complete setup for sourdough production in industrial bakeries poses several challenges. The fermentation process must be taken into account and the equipment must be able to replicate handcraft techniques to handle this delicate dough.
Smart technology solutions in the spotlight at iba ‘25
Digitalization and artificial intelligence will receive special attention at iba, with several dedicated areas for modern software solutions that contribute to process optimization and customer service.
Crown Bakeries installs AMF bun line
Crown Bakeries announced the construction of a new high-speed bun production line at its Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, facility. AMF Bakery Systems supplied a fully automated, new-generation line “with unprecedented flexibility,” Crown reveals.
Batch mixing: as great as the sum of its parts
Batch mixing goes hand-in-hand with product diversity and varying quantities. It ensures the uniform distribution of the ingredients in the mix, with strict recipe control, yet great flexibility for diversity in formulations.
Two-stage mixing takes center stage
Two-stage batch mixing brings multiple advantages to industrial-scale baking. Two-stage batch mixing is especially suited to long-fermentation doughs, where structure and flavor are needed.
Cookies make the world go round
Cookies speak the universal language of taking a moment for a delicious treat, anytime, anywhere. Technology provides different mixing methods to guarantee a perfect start.
