GEA launches new high-speed bake extruder
The GEA Bake Extruder was developed for high-volume and high-speed applications, designed for medium to large-scale biscuit manufacturers.
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Middleby launches Munich Innovation Kitchens
Middleby opened the Middleby Innovation Kitchens (MIK) in Munich, Germany, expanding the company’s commercial foodservice solutions and culinary expertise throughout Europe. The facility will serve as an experience center for partners, clients, and culinary professionals.
Puratos and AMF Bakery Systems launch pilot bakery plant
Puratos and AMF Bakery Systems collaborated on developing a new pilot bakery plant that supports their work with commercial bakeries in North America. The facility, featuring last-generation technology that mirrors real-world manufacturing setups, is now open for projects at Puratos’ US Headquarters.
RONDO launches Starline 5
In an event organized in Burgdorf, RONDO launched the Starline 5, a new generation of high-performance dough processing lines. The ‘Starline’ series stands for maximum rated power, simple operation and a wide variety of products.
American Pan highlights solutions for emerging trends
As part of its new campaign, ‘Designed with Your Bakery in Mind,’ American Pan will showcase at iba how its bakeware solutions are built for the individual needs of each bakery. Pans are customized for on-trend products including laminated pastries, rustic artisan breads and creative cake designs.
Unique products, by any measure
The potential of using measurement technology in bakeries is underestimated, says Dr. Banu Sezer, Market Development Manager Food at Anton Paar in Graz, Austria. However, completely new possibilities are opening up, especially in conjunction with AI.
Full-scale testing makes perfect
Over the past few years, Mecatherm has transformed its Demo Center in Barembach, France, from a facility where it showcased its technology into a fully functional baking plant, for projects including training, testing and problem-solving of any kind.
Anton Paar brings quality control solutions to iba ‘25
At iba 2025, Anton Paar exhibits at iba with the theme ‘Advanced Quality Control, focusing on solutions for quality control in the baking, food and ingredient industries.
Dough sheeting: Easy does it!
The Kaak DrieM sheeting lines are designed to optimize every step of the process for large-volume dough production. The newest update to the sheeting system can now enable easy access to the portioner for thorough, convenient cleaning and maintenance.
The medium is the message
Automating packaging and coding not only streamlines the process but also checks all of the boxes – efficiency and transparency, material traceability and sustainability.
Information is power: pan tracking
In the world of industrial baking, maintaining line efficiency and ensuring the longevity of bakeware and their coatings are paramount to delivering high-quality products consistently. American Pan’s SMART Pan Tracking® System helps protect the product and the pan, with actionable information.
Middleby acquires tortilla equipment specialist
The Middleby Corporation bought JC Ford, a manufacturer of tortilla production equipment systems. JC Ford offers a broad range of automated, full-line solutions for corn and flour tortillas, tortilla chips, and other corn-based snacks.
