Bühler introduces new solution for spreads, fillings, coatings
Bühler launched the CompactMix, a new solution that combines mixing and grinding technologies for the production of confectionery masses for spreads, fillings and other applications.
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Vision systems and robotics: a winning team
State-of-the-art production robots are, to say the least, extremely capable. Every step of the process is performed with great speed and consistent, high-level precision – sometimes for hours and days on end. The secret behind outstanding mechanical performance lies in image processing systems that transmit essential product data to packaging robots, ensuring the highest quality of the packaged products.
Intelligent handling: LeMatic robotics
Jackson, Michigan-based technology specialist LeMatic has been tackling challenging automation projects in industrial baking. These custom robotic solutions are designed to meet unique production demands, often involving high-speed operations, delicate product handling, and seamless
integration with existing systems.
Fully automated: Rademaker robotics
Rademaker designed its robotic solutions to become one with the line and aid processing at various stages, from depositing various materials or entire products to product shaping and sorting. The point-of-contact tools, designed in-house, specifically address each material they need to handle.
Middleby Food Processing launches Italy innovation center
Middleby announced that its new Middleby Centro di Innovazione (the MCI) is now open for business. The 65,000-square-foot facility located near Venice, Italy, is dedicated to the advancement of protein, bakery and snack processing
IBIE ’25: Koenig dough sheeting line makes US debut
Koenig will present the Artisan SFE EC dough sheeting line for the first time in the US, at IBIE. The company will also display the Fortuna semi-automatic dough rounder/divider, the dough dividers and rounders Mini Rex Multi and Rex Futura Multi, as well as the spiral mixer SP 160.
Puratos opens new Innovation Center in Canada
Puratos opened its new Innovation Center in Montreal. The new 3,500 sq. ft. facility joins the company’s Canadian Innovation Center in Mississauga, Ontario, and a second facility in Chilliwack, British Columbia.
Bundy family values
Gil Bundy, Bill Bundy, Bob Bundy and Tom Bundy together lead their family business, global leader Bundy Baking Solutions. Last year, they celebrated the company’s 60th anniversary in the baking industry. Now, they share a
behind-the-scenes view of its success.
Bakery all-stars are here
Small specialties, from adventurous buns to decadent croissants, are undisputed royalty in the realm of baked goods. Innovation is here to provide the appropriate courtesy while perfecting each batch, consistently.
Middleby acquires Frigomeccanica S.p.A.
With annual revenues of USD 30 million, Frigomeccanica is a leading provider of equipment solutions for drying, defrosting, fermentation, refrigeration and preservation used in food processing.
Under pressure: key challenges in a changing industry
Rising demand unlocks new perspectives: the market for cookies and crackers is transforming. A look at the seven central challenges facing the industry – and how manufacturers can successfully leverage these to their advantage.
A five-star event: Starline 5 launches
After five years of top-secret R&D, RONDO launched its newest project, the Starline 5 dough make-up line, with a great audience for a five-star event, in its hometown of Burgdorf, Switzerland.
