Food Manufacturing Africa May 2024

Colours and flavours shaping food trends

Future forward beverage tech processing

Lower footprint labelling

South African journal for food and beverage manufacturers www.foodreview.co.za It’s the only one of its kind in the country to target decision makers in the manufacturing of food, beverages and their related industries. It offers incisive and authoritative reports on all aspects of the process, from raw material sourcing, to manufacturing and packing, right down to the distribution and marketing of finished goods. Food Review informs readers about the introduction of new ingredients, equipment, products and packing, and provides objective commentary on cuttingedge local and international market trends and issues.

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CONTENTS APRIL • JUNE 2024 Vol. 13 • No. 2

7 WHAT’S NEW

18 INDUSTRY TALK

The latest food and beverage products on South Africa’s shelves.

How metal detectors work

20 BEVERAGE PROCESSING TECH

8 NEWS

Optimise CIP with precision instrumentation

Exploring Africa’s food potential

Brewing with precision

New functional water concepts

Elevating Vacuum Technology

Crafting bold and flavourful beverages

26 LABELLING A greener beverage industry

12 COLOURS & FLAVOURS

Eco-labels for exquisite drinks

Micronized food colours

Lower footprint labels

Elevated visual appeal natually

Celebrating 50 years of incredible success

2024 flavours taste charts

Market – leading versatility

EDITORIAL Editor: Kelebogile Nondzaba +27 (0)78 175 9632 kelebogile.nondzaba@newmedia.co.za Sub-editor: Gill Abrahams Layout & Design: David Kyslinger ADVERTISING Key Account Manager: Anita Raath +27 (0) 82 976 6541 anita.raath@newmedia.co.za Key Account Manager: Càndida Giambò-Kruger +27 (0) 71 438 1918 candida.giambo-kruger@newmedia.co.za INTERNATIONAL SALES Germany/Austria/Switzerland: Eisenacher Medien Erhardt Eisenacher +49 228 249 9860 info@eisenacher-medien.de Italy: Ngcombroker

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FOOD

10 COMPANY FOCUS

Nature multipack with a universal adhesive

Manufacturing Africa

Cocoa Shortage Grinds Processors to a Halt

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EDITOR'S COMMENT

Navigating a changing food landscape W

elcome to another edition of

is experiencing a tech boom, and we

Food Manufacturing Africa!

explore the exciting advancements in

As we delve into this month's

beverage processing technology,

issue, it's impossible to ignore the complex

from high-pressure processing

challenges facing our industry. Food

that preserves flavour and

security, sustainability, and rising costs

nutrition to automation that

are at the forefront of everyone's minds.

streamlines production. Verder

But amidst these concerns, there's also a

Pumps, on page 25, highlight the

wave of innovation that offers solutions

importance of choosing the right

and exciting possibilities. One of the

pumps to ensure safe, high-quality

themes covered in this issue is colours

products and avoid costly downtime.

and flavours and on page 12 ROHA

With consumers increasingly demanding

introduces ChromaFine, an innovative

transparency, clear and informative

range of ultrafine micronized food colours,

labelling is paramount. We discuss

to its extensive collection of natural food

the latest trends in food and

colourants. Find out how it adds rich,

beverage labelling,clean labels,

authentic colours to

the importance of highlighting

seasoning blends,

functinal ingredients as well as

particulary

ethical sourcing. UPM Raflactac

excelling in

showcases a new collection of

oil-based

responsibly sourced label materials

applications.

for wine, spirits and beverages,

The beverage

see page 28.

industry

Join the action at Africa's Big 7 this June at the Sandton Convention Center in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Discover more industry events on our diary page 5.

Happy reading!

Kelebogile Nondzaba ADVERTISERS’ INDEX Avery Dennison ........................................................ 31 ............ www.averydennison.com Busch Vacuum SA (Pty) Ltd ............................. 10, 11 ............ www.buschvacuum.com Endress & Hauser (Pty) Ltd ................................... 21 ............. www.endress.com FlavorLogik (Pty) ltd ............................................. OFC ............ www.flavorlogik.co.za Heat & Control SA (Pty) Ltd ................................... 19 ............ www.heatandcontrol.co.za Ink Jet Printers CC ..................................................... 29 ........... www.inkjet.co.za

Polyoak Packaging ......................................... 9 ............ www.polyoak.co.za ROHA SA .......................................................... 13 ............ www.roha.com Savannah Fine Chemicals ............................15 ............ www.savannah.co.za Sensetek CC .....................................................17 ............ www.sensetek.co.za Vega Controls SA (Pty) Ltd ......................... 23 ............ www.vega.com Verder Pumps South Africa (Pty) Ltd ..... 25 ............ www.verder.com

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A full-service experience

Review Ishida Europe has extended its range of QX Flex tray sealers with the launch of a new model, which meets market demands for a compact, high-performance solution. The innovative model also maximises output, capacity and flexibility for medium- to high-volume production lines.

Sustainability is an integral part of Multivac’s strategy. For 60 years, the company’s packaging solutions have ensured that sensitive products globally can be processed efficiently, as well as being packed hygienically, reliably and attractively.

Rotolabel is passionate about the environment and focuses on minimising any negative ecological impact of its products. The company subscribes to the four Rs of packaging sustainability: responsible sourcing; reduction of materials; recyclability and increased recycled content

Read more in the latest issue of Packaging Review Out Now! ADVERTISING

Interested in advertising in PACKAGING REVIEW? If you are a supplier to the packaging industry, this will be an ideal opportunity to showcase your product offering and create additional brand awareness within the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, personal care, and home care manufacturing sectors.

Contact our advertising sales executives to book your space: Anita Raath Sales executive +27 (0)82 976 6541

Carla Melless Sales executive +27 (0)83 260 6060

Càndida Giambò-Kruger Sales executive +27 (0)71 438 1918

SIGNUP

2024 DIARY June 2024 Africa’s Big 7 Johannesburg, South Africa 11 – 13 June www.africabig7com

Food & Beverage W/Africa Lagos, Nigeria 11 – 13 June www.fab-westafrica.com

AFMAS Food EXPO Eastern Africa 12-14 June www.afmass.com

Dairy Manufacturing Africa Expo Co-located with Afmas Food Expo 12 – 14 June www.dairymanufacturingafrica.com

July 2024 Organic & Natural Expo Africa Sandton Convention Center 12 – 14 September www.organicandnaturalportal.com

August 2024 Food Show Africa Johannesburg, South Africa 5 – 7 August www.foodshowafrica.com

Morocco SIEMA Casablanca, Morocco 27 – 29 August www.siemamaroc.com/

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WHAT’S NEW

Showcasing Oryx Chilli Salt Oryx Desert Salt is delighted to announce the launch of their brand-new flavoured salt: Oryx Chilli Salt. The new flavour comes because of their exciting collaboration with Backyard Farms (BYF), a local, social-upliftment enterprise. BYF has created an innovative supply-chain business model, sourcing chillies from township-based, home and community gardeners, grown exclusively for Backyard

Farm food products. Oryx Chilli Salt is a fullflavoured salt that now adds a spark of chillifire warmth to any meal. Chilli-flakes make up 20% of the volume of each grinder, so you’re certain to get an umami burst of chilli-heat with every grind.

To read more, visit: Foodreview.co.za

Winter flavour trends to savour South African winters might be far milder

Chocolate, which is only on offer in the

than our European counterparts, but the

winter months. With cinnamon and chilli

cooler temperatures, longer nights and in

this is bound to bring warmth on the

some parts, increased rainfall means that

coldest nights.

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our taste buds call for a vastly different

Rich umami: The Japanese word "umami”

array of flavours. Fresh salads, burgers on

directly translates to the "savoury

the braai and fruit platters no longer cut it

deliciousness” and can be found in items

when the temperature drops. Adi Meintjes,

such as mushrooms, miso, soy sauce,

co-founder of Banhoek Chilli Oil, offers a

and aged cheeses. These items can add

round-up of a few winter flavour trends to

richness and complexity to winter meals,

inspire culinary endeavours in the months

satisfying the craving for hearty, savoury

to come:

dishes.

Comforting spices: Whether it’s morning

Just like your seasonal wardrobe,

oats or evening hot chocolate, consider a

incorporate some of these trends to

sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to bring

transition your taste buds to winter 2024.

warmth and comfort to old favourites.

Ginger and cardamom also feature more

To read more, visit: Foodreview.co.za

prominently in winter dishes. Look out for the Babylonstoren Spicy Citrus Hot

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NEWS

New functional water concepts at Vitafoods Europe 2024 Exploring Africa's food potential In the latest episode of Connecting Africa, CNN International’s Eleni Giokos delves into the untapped opportunities for food production on the continent, exploring the innovative approaches, sustainable practices, and growth trajectories that could revolutionise Africa’s food production.

In Nigeria, an estimated $10 billion is spent importing food to make up for a gap in local production, according to the International Trade Administration. Many are looking to cassava, a root vegetable, to close that gap.

Kola Adeniji, CEO of Niji Farms tells CNN, “Cassava is one of the most valuable crops that we can grow in Africa.”

The root vegetable is similar to a potato, it is gluten free and can be used as a base for many dishes, with its byproducts ranging from flour to ethanol. Yemisi Iranloye, CEO of Psaltry International explains, “We are looking at being able to replace everything that corn and wheat can do with cassava.”

One of the challenges to expanding

Arla Foods Ingredients will showcase the

the market is the difficulties faced while

potential of whey protein in beverages that

The concepts meet many of the market

processing cassava. This is why researchers

combine hydration with nutritional benefits at

needs highlighted by Innova in its top ten

at the International Institute of Tropical

Vitafoods Europe 2024.

food and beverage trends for 2024. Its

also contain on-trend botanical flavours.

Research shows that 61% of global active

research shows that 42% of consumers

varieties. Mercy Diebiru-Ojo, Seed System

and lifestyle nutrition consumers are looking

globally see protein as the most important

Specialist at IITA talks about the process,

for functional beverages that provide health

ingredient, and it also predicts a stronger

“Nigeria is the largest producer of cassava.

benefits beyond nutrition.1 At Vitafoods

focus on additional functional ingredients in

However, in terms of yield, we are not even

Europe (14th to 16th May) Arla Foods

everyday water products.2

around the top 10. And this is because we

Ingredients will showcase new functional

are not using the right planting materials. So,

water concepts demonstrating how its

Health and Performance, at Arla Foods

this is the narrative we are trying to change.

whey protein isolates can meet this need for

Ingredients, said: “Active consumers are

We want to change that trajectory. We

‘holistic hydration.’

increasingly adopting a holistic health

Agriculture (IITA) are working to develop crop

want farmers to get access to good, healthy

Designed for powder shake formats,

Sarah Meyer, Head of Sales Development,

approach, and seeking out products that

planting material of improved varieties.

Lacprodan® ISO.WaterShake is rich in both

offer more than one benefit. Beverages

The researchers now, they are breeding or

essential amino acids (EAAs) and branched

that boost their daily nutrient intake while

developing varieties that are suited or tailored

chain amino acids (BCAAs). It is easily

facilitating hydration are a great example.

to meet specific needs.”

combined with other functional ingredients,

As these new concepts demonstrate, our

In South Africa, the sugar industry is valued at

creating opportunities for additional claims

whey protein isolate ingredients are a

over 20 billion rand annually with sugarcane the

for physical and cognitive wellbeing – perfect

fantastic way to meet this need. Designed

country’s second-most valuable crop. But the

for consumers seeking convenient, holistic

to appeal to consumers who are taking a

2018 introduction of a tax on sugar-sweetened

nutrition. For example, the new concepts will

proactive approach to their health, they

drinks to reduce consumption and address

combine zinc and caffeine with protein.

create opportunities for efficient, on-trend

Offering water-like refreshment, they

combinations of hydration and nutrition.”

health concerns greatly impacted the industry.

include solutions for ready-to-drink To read more, visit: Foodreview.co.za

applications as well as powder shakes and

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To read more, visit: Foodreview.co.za

NEWS

Cocoa Shortage Grinds Processors to a Halt T ranscao, an Ivorian processor and one of the largest plants in the country,

announced it has ceased buying beans

because of these soaring prices.

Although Transcao is currently processing

high prices to meet delivery obligations with

This bean shortage has destabilised the

long-established global cocoa trade system, which is heavily regulated.

big chocolate firms. As a result, many local processors are struggling to find cocoa beans.

Ghanaian and Ivorian authorities have

Farmers typically sell beans to local dealers,

attempted to protect local plants by offering

from existing stock, it did not disclose the

who in turn sell them to global traders or

cheap loans and capping the amount of beans

plant’s operating capacity.

local plants up to a year in advance. Local

global traders can purchase.

Two cocoa industry sources revealed to the Cocoa Post that major state-run cocoa plants in Côte d’Ivoire could shut down. Additionally,

Images: Progetto, Shutterstock.com

due to a bean shortage.

regulators set farmgate prices that farmers should charge for beans.

Global traders then sell the beans or

it has been reported that major chocolate

processed cocoa products like liquor, powder,

trader Cargill is struggling to source cocoa

or butter to global chocolate companies such

beans for its Ivorian processing plant.

as Hershey, Nestle, and Mondelez.

In Ghana, most of the eight cocoa

However, the current shortage and regulatory inadequacies have inhibited local processors’ access to beans, making it difficult for them to repay loans.

Industry sources predict a market correction around September, when harvests

During shortages, local dealers buy beans

are expected to alleviate the pressure caused

processing plants have suspended

at a premium to the regulated farmgate

operations for weeks since price volatility

prices to secure supply. These dealers sell

Nonetheless, the International Cocoa

intensified in October.

the secured beans at higher prices on the

Organisation (ICCO) predicts global cocoa

spot market instead of delivering at pre-

production will fall by 11% in the season

agreed prices.

ending September.

The state-owned Cocoa Processing Company (CPC) has also suspended operations, revealing to the Cocoa Post that

Consequently, global traders are

it is currently operating at only 20% capacity

incentivized to purchase beans at these

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Source: Food Business Africa News

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COMPANY FOCUS

New Africa head office elevates vacuum technology Kelebogile Nondzaba engages in a Q&A with Minal Debipersad, head of marketing at Busch Vacuum and Pfeiffer Vacuum Africa, to talk about the company’s rich history, current offerings, expansion plans, and the significance of their new state-of-the-art premises in Johannesburg.

history dating back to 1963 when Dr.

B

and a strong focus on customer satisfaction

service centres and certified technicians

Karl Busch and his wife, Ayhan Busch,

and service, Busch South Africa has built

provide comprehensive support, including

founded the company in Maulburg, Germany.

a reputation for excellence in providing

maintenance, repair, and optimisation

Initially, the company focused on developing

innovative vacuum solutions tailored to the

services, to ensure the continued

vacuum pumps and systems for industrial

unique requirements of African markets.

performance and reliability of our equipment.

Q. WHAT ARE THE COMPANY’S CURRENT OFFERINGS?

Q. WHAT ARE YOUR FUTURE PLANS?

wide range of vacuum, ultra-high vacuum and overpressure technology solutions catering to

Vacuum pumps and overpressure: We

We aim to further expand our presence

various industries such as packaging, plastics,

provide a wide range of vacuum pump

in emerging markets and industries,

food processing, medical, oil and gas, vacuum

technologies, including oil rotary vane, dry

leveraging our expertise and experience

cooling, and more.

rotary vane, screw, dry claw, liquid ring

to address evolving customer needs and

“Driven by a commitment to innovation

pumps, turbo pumps, leak detectors and

market trends across the African continent.

and quality, Busch Vacuum Solutions has

blowers, catering to various applications

And more so with the Pfeiffer vacuum

grown into one of the leading manufacturers

and performance requirements.

range of pumps in the high vacuum and

of vacuum pumps, systems, and service

Vacuum systems: Our vacuum systems are

ultrahigh vacuum applications.

worldwide. With a global presence spanning

tailored to specific industrial processes,

Developing energy-efficient solutions: The

over 40 countries, our company continues to

offering central vacuum solutions and

team of engineers develop both proven and

deliver cutting-edge solutions and service to

turnkey solutions for applications such as

tailormade water and energy-efficient vacuum

meet the evolving needs of its customers,”

packaging, medical and more. These systems

solutions that minimise environmental impact

says Debipersad.

integrate pumps, condition monitoring,

and reduce operating costs for our customers,

controls, and accessories to optimise

aligning with global sustainability goals.

Busch Vacuum Solutions’ global operations,

performance and efficiency.

Advancing digitalisation: Busch and Pfeiffer

serving as the main hub for the company’s

Vacuum and ultra-high vacuum accessories:

have invested in digital technologies to

presence in the African continent from the

We offer a variety of accessories such as

enhance the connectivity, monitoring, and

head office in Johannesburg. Busch Africa

digital monitoring to monitor equipment health

control capabilities of our pumps and systems,

boasts a robust presence with sales and

and performance, filters, gauges, valves,

enabling predictive maintenance, remote

service branches strategically located in

and fittings to enhance the functionality and

diagnostics, and real-time optimisation.

Cape Town, Durban, and into Africa in Ghana,

performance of vacuum systems, ensuring

Acquisition of Pfeiffer Vacuum: Busch

Kenya and Egypt.

reliable operation and maximum productivity.

Vacuum Solutions and Pfeiffer Vacuum

usch Vacuum Solutions has a rich

With a dedicated team of professionals

Service and support: Our national

applications. Over the years, The company has expanded its product line to include a

The company plays a significant role in

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Expanding market presence across Africa:

COMPANY FOCUS

Africa’s diverse economies and

technical testing capabilities.

Advanced facilities: The new building

industries, ranging from manufacturing

houses state-of-the-art facilities such as a fully

and mining to agriculture, oil and gas

equipped service centre, Pfeiffer Class 10 000

and healthcare, present numerous

clean room, volumetric flow testing equipment,

opportunities for us to make an impact. By

liquid ring test bay, online condition monitoring

expanding our reach into new regions and

systems, and a dedicated training room. These

countries, we aim to leverage our expertise

facilities enable us to maintain the highest

and experience to address the unique

standards of quality, precision, and efficiency

challenges and requirements of African

in our operations.

businesses and industries.

Enhanced customer experience: This

With our comprehensive range of

purpose-built facility, was built to streamline

products, services, and technical expertise,

processes, improve lead times, and offer

we are well-positioned to support the

more comprehensive support to our

development and growth of key sectors

customers. The new premises also provide a

across Africa. Whether it’s providing

platform for showcasing our capabilities and

vacuum solutions for packaging and

demonstrating the value of our products and

processing applications in the food and

services to clients and prospective clients.

beverage industry, supporting mining operations with reliable vacuum pumps,

Q. TELL US ABOUT THE LAUNCH?

or assisting healthcare facilities with

The launch of this building on the 13th of

specialised vacuum systems, we are

March 2024 is a significant milestone for Busch

committed to meeting the diverse needs of

have joined forces to revolutionise vacuum

Vacuum Solutions in Africa. It represents

our customers across the continent.

solutions across the globe and specifically

our ongoing commitment to innovation,

in Africa. This expansion broadens Busch

excellence, and customer satisfaction.

Vacuum’s market share across all four

The presence of our Co-CEO, Ayla Busch,

ACQUISITION OF PFEIFFER VACUUM Busch has embarked on several

vacuum level classes, enabling them to

and the head of the economic department

transformative projects to introduce and

extend their client base from medium and

from the German Embassy, Mr. Enrico

advance Pfeiffer Vacuum’s cutting-edge

rough vacuum to encompass high and ultra-

Brandt, underlines the importance of this

solutions across Africa. Sean Pieterse,

high vacuum. This union marked the dawn

event and highlights the strong partnership

managing director of Busch Africa,

of a new era in vacuum technology on the

between Busch Vacuum Solutions, key

elaborates on the acquisition of Pfeiffer

African continent.

stakeholders and clients.

Vacuum stating, “Busch Vacuum Solutions

Overall, our goal is to remain at the

During the launch event we will showcase

Africa has been given a strong boost with

forefront of vacuum technology innovation,

the capabilities of our new facility,

the acquisition of Pfeiffer Vacuum. As a

providing cutting-edge solutions and

demonstrate our latest technologies, and

full subsidiary of Pfeiffer we now add their

exceptional service to empower our

engage with clients to understand their

world leading range of high and ultra-

customers and drive their success in an ever-

evolving needs and challenges. It’s an

high vacuum pumps, vacuum systems

changing world.

opportunity for us to strengthen relationships,

and components as well as leak detection

foster collaboration, and demonstrate the

services and products. Our focus is on

teams dedication to driving success for our

service and being close to our customers,

customers in Africa and beyond.

and we strive to be recognised as the

WHY THE NEED FOR BIGGER AND BETTER PREMISES?

smartest solution provider across the

Busch Vacuum’s decision to build a state-

continent. I give our Pfeiffer customers my

Johannesburg reflects our commitment

EXPANDING AND INVESTING INTO AFRICA

to enhancing our operations and services

Busch Vacuum Solutions boasts a robust

the same care and attention that Busch

across South Africa and the African

presence with sales and service branches

offers the market now.”

continent. The new building serves as a

strategically located in Cape Town, Durban,

strategic hub for various technical initiatives

Ghana, Kenya and Egypt. The expansion

aimed at advancing our products and

into Africa presents an exciting opportunity

solutions to better serve our customers.

for Busch and Pfeiffer Vacuum to bring

of-the-art vacuum solutions centre in

personal commitment that they will receive

Image: Supplied by client

our cutting-edge vacuum technology to

HERE’S WHY WE PURSUED THIS EXPANSION:

the markets and industries across the

Increased capacity: With growing demand

a strong presence in South Africa, we

for our products and services in Africa, we

recognise that the vast potential of the

needed a larger facility to accommodate

African continent extends far beyond its

our expanding operations, including service

borders, and there is a growing demand for

and pump overhauls, warehousing of stock,

innovative vacuum solutions across various

system building, Pfeiffer expansion and

sectors.” highlights Debipersad.

continent. “While we have established

Busch Vacuum Solutions www.buschvacuum.com Pfeiffer Vacuum www.pfeiffer-vacuum.com

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COLOURS & FLAVOURS ADVERTORIAL

A pinnacle of innovation in micronized food colours ROHA has recently introduced ChromaFine, an innovative range of ultrafine micronized food colours, to its extensive collection of natural food colourants.

a meticulous micronisation process that reduces particle size

to the micron level, enhancing dispersion, solubility, and brightness. Derived from carefully sourced natural ingredients, ChromaFine adds rich, authentic colours to seasoning blends, particularly excelling in oil-based applications. Its commitment to clean label and natural solutions aligns seamlessly with consumer preferences, ensuring that seasoning products stand out for their natural appeal and original qualities. ChromaFine’s ease of blending and spreading creates intensely vibrant colour hues, maintaining high standards of quality in

hue, ChromaFine allows for personalised colour creations.

Evenly coat the food application: ChromaFine’s ultrafine particles enable

ABOUT US ROHA started out in India and has since grown into a global power in the food colours and ingredients, and the

smooth and even coating of food

industrial dyes & pigments markets. This

applications. This ensures that colours

has been achieved through a consistent

are distributed uniformly throughout the

pursuit of natural alternatives,

product, enhancing its overall appearance.

technology, intensive research,

Homogeneous colour effect: The micronised

sustainable sourcing and staying ahead

nature of ChromaFine guarantees a homogeneous colour effect. This means that the colour is evenly dispersed throughout the product, resulting in a consistent appearance without any streaks or uneven patches.

No specking in fat-based creams, compound

of the latest trends to develop futureready solutions for clients. It has its beginnings in the Roha district of Maharashtra, India. The company was founded as a manufacturer of synthetic colours for industrial applications in 1972 and has always held clients at the

coating, and tablets: ChromaFine is

center of what it does. This has shaped

specifically formulated to prevent specking

“With ChromaFine, users have the flexibility to create custom colour blends according to their specific requirements.”

how the company does business and

in fat-based creams, compound coatings, and

managed to evolve over the years. The

tablets. Its fine particles blend seamlessly

company has led a revolution in the food

with these formulations, eliminating any

colours industry through unmatched

NOTABLY, CHROMAFINE BOASTS

with a natural colouring solution that

FOLLOWING ADVANTAGES:

meets consumer preferences for clean and

play a significant role in the culinary world.

Deliver vibrant, intense colour shades:

transparent ingredient lists.

ROHA’s ChromaFine leads the innovation,

culinary offerings.

undesirable specks or inconsistencies.

Clean label natural colourants: ChromaFine is derived from natural ingredients, aligning perfectly with the clean label trend in the food industry. It provides manufacturers

quality standards. In its present avatar, ROHA is a multinational giant dealing with natural food ingredients, food colours, pharmaceutical and cosmetic pigments, dried ingredients, and industrial colours & dyes.

ChromaFine is designed to impart vivid and

Stability characteristics: ChromaFine

striking colour shades to food products. Its

offers excellent stability characteristics,

micronized particles ensure that colours

ensuring that colours remain vibrant and

stand out vibrantly, enhancing the visual

consistent throughout the shelf life of

made food color solutions, customers are

appeal of the final product.

the product. Its stability in various food

invited to explore the vibrant possibilities of

applications makes it a reliable choice for

ChromaFine and embark on a transformative

food manufacturers.

journey in micronized food colours.

Custom colour blends: With ChromaFine, users have the flexibility to create custom colour blends according to their specific

offering transformative possibilities in the realm of micronized food colours.

As ROHA remains at the forefront of tailor-

In conclusion, micronized food colours,

requirements. Whether it’s achieving bold

with their advantages of solubility,

reds, earthy greens, or any other desired

dispersion, and colour intensity, continue to

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icronized food colours undergo

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NEWS COLOURS & FLAVOURS

Elevate visual appeal naturally Savannah Fine Chemicals proudly showcases IFF’s revolutionary range of naturally sourced, clean - label and E-number free colours. Transform your products with these exceptional natural colours .

such as red beet to replicate the pink colour

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Beverages - The natural colour

IFF’s unique

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designed to optimise visual

beyond. Explore our range of

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of raw beef, turning brown when cooked.

Savannah currently represents IFF natural colours on the BRIGHT’N RED, red beet juice powder and the BRIGHT’N YELLOW on beta carotene. Please don’t hesitate to contact us about your requirements.

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COLOURS & FLAVOURS

2024 flavours taste charts insights Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition unveils its 2024 Taste Charts, offering a comprehensive exploration of future tastes across 13 regional markets, providing key insights into flavour trends and innovations shaping the food and beverage sector.

research is a series of incisive, interactive charts created separately

for 13 individual regional markets, including some 30 countries in Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA).

The charts list mainstream, key, upand-coming and emerging tastes across five food and beverage

“Think Sichuan peppercorn ice cream in China, Calamansi-infused yogurt in the Philippines, or black sesame latte in Japan.”

Thailand and turmeric latte macarons in India.

• Young consumers are craving bold and unusual flavour combinations, driven by social media’s influence and a desire for novelty. This opens opportunities for sweetsavoury pairings like bacon milkshakes, coffee infused with black garlic, and chocolate bars with wasabi.

• The plant-based revolution is taking off,

categories, provide an in-depth analysis of the

flavour profiles. Think Sichuan

leading to new demand for creative flavour

flavours, ingredients and

peppercorn ice cream in China,

solutions in meat and dairy alternatives, such

trends that will shape

Calamansi-infused yogurt in

as jackfruit rendang in Indonesia, mushroom

innovation in the food

the Philippines, or black sesame

jerky in Australia, or chickpea falafel with a

and beverage sector

latte in Japan.”

Middle Eastern twist.

• Passionfruit: considered a niche fruit,

in the year ahead, and

this cold beverage flavour appeared in all

pace of innovation, Kerry researchers

OTHER TOP INSIGHTS FOR 2024 FLAVOUR INNOVATION ACROSS ASIA PACIFIC, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA:

conducted a deep dive into the lifecycles

• Fruits such as Yuzu are gaining popularity

emerging flavour in the Middle East.

of two long-popular flavours — orange

across multiple markets and applications,

inspire product and menu developers worldwide.

To illustrate today’s incredible

thirteen different global regions as analysed by the charts. It’s a mainstream ingredient in New Zealand but still only an early-stage Soumya Nair, Global Consumer Research

and chocolate — and examined how these

with recent launches including Yuzu Gose

and Insights director at Kerry, observed:

mainstream ingredients are evolving into all

beers in South Africa, Yuzu and pepper

“Consumers want tasty new innovations

manner of inventive tasty product offerings

mayonnaise in China, and Yuzu low ABV

or flavours they may have

around the world. These two case studies

wines and alcoholic beverages in

demonstrate how popular and traditional

Australia.

tastes worldwide are fusing into new,

• In South Africa, authentic

innovative applications as brands source,

local flavours such as

unique flavour

combine and recombine flavours and

Chicken Dust, creative

intersections

ingredients from other places.

combinations the likes

in foods and

Commenting on the 2024 Asia Pacific

of chilli lemon/lime,

beverages. Although

(APAC) Taste Charts, Avinash Lal, Market

and global culinary

Research and Consumer Insights director,

influence (jalapeno atchar)

Kerry Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa

reflect the nation’s cultural

experienced while travelling. We are seeing many

rapidly changing times can present great challenges, they also provide an unparalleled opportunity for brands

(APMEA), said: “The APAC flavour scene is

diversity. Sweet flavour pairings

a vibrant tapestry, constantly evolving and

are also gaining popularity, from sweet &

to catch a trend on the rise. The Kerry 2024

influenced by diverse cultural traditions,

salty, sweet & spicy, to sweet & smoky.

Taste Charts are a valuable tool for the food

emerging trends, and evolving consumer

• Traditional spices and cooking techniques

and beverage industry to navigate the new

preferences. Consumers are rediscovering

are getting a modern twist, leading

taste environment for products.”

the magic of their own culinary heritage,

to innovative dishes like charcoal-grilled

seeking out unique regional ingredients and

skewers with fermented chilli paste in

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T

he culmination of Kerry’s year-long

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INDUSTRY TALK

How metal detectors work

Food manufacturers rely on metal detectors to ensure safety. But what causes false alarms? This article explores the culprit: environmental and product factors, plus the different metal detector technologies available. Discover how to minimise downtime and ensure the best possible detection.

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here are several types of metal detectors, and each uses a different detection method to operate. In the

multi-spectrum metal detectors.

Single frequency detectors: Most metal detectors on the market use only one

food industry, metal detectors usually apply

frequency when inspecting food products.

the balanced coil method. These metal

The selected operating frequency depends

detectors are equipped with a transmitter

primarily on the product being inspected.

coil, which generates an electromagnetic

This is satisfactory when the product is dry

field, and two receiver coils. The receiver

and non-conductive. Single frequency metal

coils have an equal but opposite output,

detectors have limited abilities to work with

creating a balanced state.

different products and are difficult to optimise

When a conductive object passes through

for varying conditions of temperature, water

the detector, it interrupts the balanced state

content, and packaging types.

of the electromagnetic field and causes a The electronics unit in the metal detector then analyses this signal, evaluates it, signals a metal detection, and either activates the automatic reject units that separates the contaminated product from the production line or alerts the operator.

FACTORS THAT LEAD TO FALSE DETECTIONS

" There are two main factors that can lead to false positives in metal detection: environmental factors and product factors."

MULTI-SPECTRUM METAL DETECTORS

There are two main factors that can lead

Developed by Italian company CEIA,

to false positives in metal detection:

these metal detectors operate over an

environmental factors and product factors:

entire spectrum of frequencies that are

Environmental factors: Most food

simultaneously analysed and applied to

manufacturing and packaging lines involve

eliminate product effects and interference,

the movement of products via conveyors,

allowing for an improved inspection of the

and the metal detectors are often installed

product.

close to the conveyors and often other

Equipped with advanced computer

electromechanical equipment. The preference today for the use of variable frequency drives, mainly to maximise energy efficiency, means that there is an increased potential for electromagnetic interference across a wide spectrum of frequencies. Such interference can often lead to disruption of the field of the balanced coils in a typical single-frequency or multi-frequency metal detector, leading to false detection.

Product factors: Some food products contain salt, iron, and moisture — each of which can alter the detector’s field and can trigger a false detection. This effect increases with higher inspection frequencies that are typically used to detect smaller particles and can lead to significant levels of wasted product and downtime.

Types of metal detectors: There are three main types of metal detector technologies: single-frequency, multi-frequency and

technology and patented algorithms,

MULTI-FREQUENCY DETECTORS

CEIA’s multi-spectrum metal detectors

Using a metal detector that offers more

can not only eliminate false positives, but

detection frequencies can result in more

can ‘learn’ the product being scanned, and

sensitive metal detection and fewer product

perform automated testing to ensure correct

effect errors, as well as being able to use

detection, minimising false negatives.

the machine on products with differing characteristics.

TRUSTED EXPERTISE

Multi-frequency metal detectors can

CEIA was founded in 1961 in Turin, Italy –

only use one of the available operating

initially to produce electronic components

frequencies at a time, however. The operator

and systems for industrial automation. In

may need to switch from one frequency to

1971 the company began developing metal

another when changing products, or in more

detectors, their products first gaining

advanced multi-frequency systems, the

recognition in the security industry. They

metal detector will switch back and forth

developed advanced walkthrough metal

between two or more frequencies in rapid

detectors for high-security applications,

succession. However, only one frequency

such as airports, government buildings, and

(one electromagnetic field) can be on at any

public venues.

time, and to prevent false rejections on more difficult products, reducing the sensitivity typically is still required.

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signal that is detected by the receiver coils.

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BEVERAGE PROCESSING TECH

Optimise CIP with precision instrumentation Many food and beverage manufacturers encounter challenges with CIP (Cleaning-in-Place) processes that take too long. Additionally, some operations aim to reduce costs related to detergents, energy, and water usage. Have you considered exploring potential solutions or improvements to address these issues?

multiple projects that helped

As raw material and energy costs continue

time, energy and detergent consumption

customers to reduce operational costs

to rise, it becomes even more crucial to

while providing full traceability without

whilst achieving their sustainability and

exploit the assets of the food industry. Some

interrupting production. The CIP process

resource conservation goals. In certain

food processing companies use CIP systems

can be optimised in different ways. It all

instances, these initiatives resulted in

with very little automation, using a purely

depends on the level of automation and the

increased production throughput. With

timed-based process or manual operation.

size of the existing system. Sometimes small

my microbiology background I often had

Although the dosage of detergents is

adjustments can lead to substantial savings

to troubleshoot when they experienced

sometimes controlled with conductivity, the

in operating costs.

microbiological issues or detected soil

rinses are often either time- or volume based.

It is also important to measure critical

build-up. I fully understand the criticality

Implementing conductivity-based rinses can

control parameters like temperature and flow

of CIP optimisation without compromising

help avoid the drawbacks associated with

velocity to ensure effective cleaning and

product quality.

excessively long or inadequate rinse cycles.

sanitation. Inefficient cleaning results in soil

CONCENTRATION MEASUREMENT To ensure optimal performance of CIP, the detergent concentration must be monitored during cleaning on the return line, as well as in the make-up tank.

This can be done with conductivity measurements, which require the least amount of maintenance and calibration and use less energy, chemicals and water.

We offer multiple conductivity sensor/ transmitter options designed specifically for CIP applications.

INVESTING IN EFFICIENCY: THE DAILY RETURNS OF AUTOMATED CIP SOLUTIONS The CIP system can be automated to every level desired – from basic installations with low capital expenditure, to hygienic high-end systems that ensure the shortest possible process down time through fast, efficient cleaning. By optimising water, energy, and cleaning detergents, the system ensures a return on investment every day.

process points, leading to reduced cleaning

If rinse cycles are too long, it leads

build-up which could lead to the proliferation

to unnecessary consumption of water,

of microorganisms and ultimately develops

cleaning chemicals, and energy. It also

into biofilm.

means more time is spent on cleaning, which extends the downtime of equipment

INLINE OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS

and reduce production throughput. This

One of the major trends now is to use inline

increases operational costs and reduces

optical instruments to measure the soil load

overall efficiency.

of the return run and actively manage the

On the other hand, insufficient rinse

CIP process. Depending on the degree of soil

times (too short) may leave behind residues,

load, the liquids suitable for re-use for the next

contaminants, and cleaning agents on

cleaning cycle can be directed to a storage

the surfaces. This carryover of unwanted

tank, while highly contaminated liquids are

substances can compromise product quality

automatically sent for waste¬water treatment.

and safety. Further to this, build-up of

Their rapid reaction time (faster than

residue may become more challenging to

conductivity <1 second) supports effective

remove, which requires additional CIP’s.

phase separation and could potentially reduce water and chemical consumption. •

MEASURE TO MASTER The installation of inline instruments provide

At Endress+Hauser, we understand the challenge of increased production demands and the drive for operational savings. We would like to hear from you to discuss online instruments that provide real-time monitoring and control of your CIP while providing full traceability.

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SOLUTIONS TO CIP PROCESS CHALLENGES

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ith over ten years of experience

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BEVERAGE PROCESSING TECH

Craft beer perfection: Brewing with precision Tired of inconsistent brews? VEGA instrumentation ensures precise pressure and point-level control for perfect beer every time. This article explores the challenges of wort kettle and hops dissolver measurement and how VEGA sensors deliver a solution.

B

rewing beer is a complex process that requires utmost precision in every step. Even the slightest variation

in ingredients or brewing techniques can significantly impact the final flavour and aroma of the beer. To ensure precision, it is crucial to measure and control the pressure and point levels in the wort kettle and hops dissolver. Using VEGA instrumentation can offer numerous benefits to breweries.

The process of brewing beer involves the use of hops, which give it a distinct flavour and aroma. Achieving the right balance of hops during the brewing process is crucial for producing a high-quality product. Precise measurements play a pivotal role in ensuring this balance. In particular, when blending and cooking wort and hops in the wort kettle, it is essential to have reliable control of dosage and cooking. This is where integrated pressure and point-level measurements come in.

The measuring tasks in the wort kettle and hops dissolver encompass pressure and point-level measurements, which cover a range of up to 5 meters.

These measurements must be taken under challenging conditions, including

"By employing VEGA instrumentation for pressure and point-level measurement in the wort kettle and hops dissolver, breweries can elevate their quality standards, ensuring consistency and excellence in every batch brewed." temperatures ranging from 10 degrees Celsius to well over 100 degrees, and pressures of 2 bar and beyond. These conditions introduce unique challenges such as foam, condensation, and the presence of solids in the liquid. However, with the right equipment and expertise, these challenges can be overcome, resulting in a superior product that beer lovers will enjoy.

A SOLUTION FOR BREWERS VEGA’s process instrumentation is designed to meet the rigorous demands of beer brewing applications. These sensors are not only reliable but also crafted with certified materials compliant with FDA and EC regulations. The benefits extend further with cost-effective, maintenance-

simplifies setup and commissioning via a standardised VDMA-compliant interface.

The VEGAPOINT 23 stands out as a compact capacitive limit switch tailored for water-based liquid detection. Equipped with a tube extension, it offers versatility and ease of use. With optional universal connections for hygiene adapters, installation efforts are minimised, making it an ideal choice for hygienic processes in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Its compatibility with IO-Link enables continuous digital data transmission, enhancing monitoring capabilities.

Similarly, the VEGABAR 39 serves as a universal pressure transmitter, equipped with a metallic measuring cell suitable for gases, vapours, and liquids up to 130°C. Featuring a display with the on-site operation and a coloured 360° status display, it ensures easy monitoring and control. Its fully welded metallic measuring cell enhances reliability, while IO-Link communication facilitates seamless integration into control systems, further optimising brewery operations.

The meticulous process of brewing beer demands precision at every stage. By employing VEGA instrumentation for pressure and point-level measurement in the wort kettle and hops dissolver, breweries can elevate their quality standards, ensuring consistency and excellence in every batch brewed.

free operation, ensuring durability and reliability throughout the brewing process.

Additionally, their user-friendly design

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MINIMAL EFFORT FOR MAXIMUM PROCESS HYGIENE. THE 6X®. FROM VEGA. For level applications with maximum hygienic standards, perfection can be achieved with extensive cleaning or, make it simple, just use a VEGAPULS 6X radar level sensor. Made for all media, all ambient conditions and, most importantly, for uncompromising levels of hygiene.

VEGA. HOME OF VALUES. www.vega.com/radar

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BEVERAGE PROCESSING TECH

Nature MultiPack – now available with a universal adhesive What initially seems like just a minor adjustment constitutes a major further development that produces even more reliable, future-proof technology: for its Nature MultiPack (NMP) KHS has produced a universal adhesive that can be used on practically all outer coatings on both aluminium and tin cans.

T

his makes it easier for many

specific advice and developing and

laboratory scale and in industrial application.

beverage producers to convert to

implementing environmentally friendly and

The goal of producing a universal adhesive

this environmentally friendly style

circular systems. These include its NMP.

that works on practically all coatings was

of packaging. Since this system became

As one of the most sustainable types of

again exceeded. During qualification and

successfully established on the market, the

secondary packaging, this future-proof

practical application in industrial production,

demands made of the adhesive especially

technology does away with secondary

it was shown that the exacting requirements

have continuously increased. The Dortmund

packaging completely, holding packs of

were met.

systems supplier has answered this call and

six beverage cans, for instance, together

The implemented one-fits-all solution

now enables customers to create appropriate

with just a few dots of adhesive. To date,

enables beverage producers to form the

packs with the new one-fits-all system for

choosing the right adhesive was something

perfect NMP from all standard formats

beverage cans, thus also helping them to

of a challenge: numerous advance tests

and sizes. On the one hand, both matte

achieve their sustainability targets.

had to be run to check how an ideal amount

and glossy containers can be processed

of the same creates the perfect balance

without complex adhesive changeovers

between high pack stability and easy-to-

being necessary; on the other, future

When it comes to circular packaging, KHS helps its customers by providing

remove beverage cans when

customers no longer must keep to a

applied to the different coatings

given selection of surface lacquers. This

can manufacturers use on their

makes pack production more flexible and

containers. There’s a huge variety

efficient, which in turn also has a positive

of can lacquers, running into

impact on the supply chain. A selection of

several hundreds worldwide. They

predefined lacquers no longer must be kept

often have very different surface

in stock. This cuts down on the amount

properties, from matte to glossy.

of cost and effort needed and greatly

The discrepancies in chemical

simplifies production processes. KHS thus

and physical properties such as

eliminated any entry thresholds when it

roughness are enormous.

comes to investing in this standardised,

INVESTMENT IMPROVES ECO BALANCE

These dissimilarities affect the

Nature MultiPack also cuts costs – in the

effectiveness of the adhesive

long term the system is less expensive than

which is why elaborate testing

other kinds of secondary packaging as

at the KHS laboratory used

beverage producers save on both materials

to be required. For interested

and resources. This plant engineering is also

canners, this was a procedure

ideal when specific company sustainability

that first and foremost was very

strategies are to be implemented – especially

time-consuming. In developing a

when in the future taxes will possibly be

universally applicable adhesive for

levied according to the amount of CO2

practically all outer can lacquers

equivalents generated rather than the style

used worldwide, KHS has now

of packaging. Independently validated LCA

risen to this challenge. The new

analyses show that a company’s carbon

consumable satisfies stringent

footprint can be massively reduced where

requirements to ensure stability

NMP technology is used.

during transportation, among other things. To do so, the adhesive had to prove its worth both on a

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environmentally friendly technology.

UNIVERSAL ADHESIVE MAKES ELABORATE TESTING REDUNDANT

BEVERAGE PROCESSING TECH

Crafting bold and flavourful beverages Eddie Le Roux, hygienic pump specialist at Verder Pumps, explains how choosing the right pumps ensures safe, high-quality products and avoids costly downtime.

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he South African beverages market

ensuring high product quality – both in

has expanded and subsequently

terms of flavour and safeguarding the health

solutions installed throughout the plant are

grown exponentially in recent years.

and wellbeing of the public/end consumer

the backbone of the production line and

In fact, growing at a CAGR of 5.19% the size

– is critical to their business sustainability.

what keeps the product flowing through the

of local market is expected to grow from USD

Maintaining the highest standards in

entire processing operation to the final stage

19.01 billion in 2023 to USD 24.47 billion

hygiene in the production of their products

of bottling.

by 2028. Spurred by changes in consumer

is non-negotiable, as even the slightest

lifestyles and dietary patterns has increased

contamination could mean a batch of product

details and implications of selecting the

demand for and ever-expanding options of

is unusable, or unsafe for consumption,

right pumping solutions for specific use

non-alcoholic drinks that offer immediate

which could lead to product recalls, financial

applications can be challenging, however,

benefits in energy, hydration and nutrition,

loses and potentially reputational risks.

it is an important purchase decision -

Understanding the intricate and technical

while socially influenced trends and flavour

Producing high quality beverages every

preferences supports the growth in alcoholic

time therefore requires machines that are

production performance of the plant

beverages.

100% reliable, equipment that is safe and

is dependent on the longevity of the

That said, remaining competitive in an

every part of the production line should be

equipment.

increasingly saturated market is no small

accessible for regular cleaning, sanitisation

feat. For every processor in this market,

and sterilisation. And the pump and piping

and continued and sustainable optimum

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INDUSTRY TALK

A DUE COMMITMENT TO A GREENER BEVERAGE INDUSTRY

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DUE S.p.A. since 1967 is an Italian

Not only ECO-logical, but also ECO-nomic:

THE BLUE GOLD: on the strength of its

company is leader in the field of

time, water and energy savings allow to

innovative NIAGARA Technology, ADUE

Automated Beverage preparation

reduce the TCO of your plant. The TCO

can offer a series of large-scale solutions

of ADUE CIP UNIT, for instance, can be

to purify wastewater coming from the

lowered through:

production process, re-using it for:

equipment and Water treatment plant.

REUSE, RECOVER, RECYCLE: ADUE’s Digital-Green Engineering is to reduce

• A total thermal insulation (including

• Product preparation, hydraulic transport

the CO2 emissions from the industrial

roof and bottom) of hot or cold fluids

of fruit and vegetables, pipework rinsing,

plants supplied to its customers through

storage tanks;

circular processes, technological and digital innovations for the optimisation and reuse of natural resources and the reduction of

• Appropriate rinsing technologies like burst rinsing; • The use of alternative chemicals.

waste and refuse.

first CIP rinsing step; • Evaporative tower, steam boiler, service fluids; • Sanitary facilities, irrigation and general cleaning.

ECO-design: ADUE technical staff focus on the proper sizing of all the system components, the optimal P&ID, the energy recovery everywhere thermal processes are involved.

ECO-adaptability: flexible plants which can perform the same process with different needs, to reduce waste and consumption and to increase productivity.

ECO-monitoring: once the equipment is up and running, energy and water consumptions are among the key indicators (KPI) supervised by ADUE software for the plant performance control.

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parameters depending on the production

EVENT

Flavourful careers take flight

The SAAFFI-Wits Flavour & Fragrance Technology Course celebrated its 2022 graduates!

Students from Wits University and the industry gathered to mark their achievements and explore exciting careers in this fascinating field.

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n the evening of the 7 May, a group gathered in the Atrium, a beautiful venue at Firmenich South

Africa’s offices in Midrand, to celebrate the graduation of the students who studied the SAAFFI-Wits Course in Flavour & Fragrance Technology during 2023.

This course, which is held annually at Wits University School of Chemistry, and is also available online, comprises 12 lectures and 3 practical sessions. It is offered to 2nd year Applied Chemistry students at Wits, and is open to interested members of the flavour, fragrance and FMCG industries. While it is a South African based course, students from as far as Chile in South America have participated.

The flavour & fragrance industry is a little-known industry – but touches our lives from the moment we wake up to the moment we go to sleep, enhancing products from air fresheners to zaatar-flavoured snacks.

BALANCING ACADEMIA AND INDUSTRY The graduating students – 7 from Wits university and 16 from the flavour & fragrance industry, spoke of the value of this course, and are inspired to build their career in this fascinating industry.

DID YOU KNOW Image: Supplied by client

Flavour plays an important role in food and in life. Not only must food offer a

“The flavour & fragrance industry is a little-known industry – but touches our lives from the moment we wake up to the moment we go to sleep, enhancing products from air fresheners to zaatarflavoured snacks.. ”

Chemistry and a delightful speech on behalf of the students, given by Keegan Capito, a graduating student.

After the certificates were presented, prizes, sponsored by Sensetek, were presented to the top Wits graduating student – Malvanique Kaiser and the overall top graduating student, Geeta Bhoola.

The evening was concluded in a celebratory mood with delicious refreshments and enjoyable networking.

SA AFFI - www.saaffi.co.za.

Words of welcome and thanks were offered to Shimadzu for their generous

ABOUT US

annual sponsorship, Mike Capon & Sensetek

Decades ago, the Flavour and

for their sponsorship of student prizes, Dr

Fragrance Industry in South Africa

Maya Makatini, course-coordinator for the programme and the entire Wits School of Chemistry for their support and partnership, Firmenich for the use of the venue, lecturers who dedicate their time to this course pro bono, facilitators of the practical sessions,

formed an association to unite local Flavour & Fragrance companies across common non-competitive industry issues, freeing up individual organisations to grow their business.

This group has grown to over 60 organisations, all active participants in

the SAAFFI management committee and

the Association.

employers who pay for their employees to

SAAFFI is a Member of IOFI and IFRA,

enrol, and give them the time needed to

the two international organisations

complete the course.

that deal with many aspects of Flavours

The guests invited by the graduates – parents, spouses, family, friends and even a graduate’s children displayed a sense of pride in their “person” for an excellent achievement.

The programme for the evening included

and Fragrances respectively, including that of safety, on a global level.

Through regular circulation of information, Members of the association are kept up to date with what is happening internationally at IFRA, IOFI, Codex Alimentarius and the South

balanced and nutritionally adequate

a welcome from Sharon Bolel, Executive

diet, but it must also be palatable and

Director, SAAFFI, encouraging words

Within South Africa, SAAFFI maintains

and good wishes form Dr Karina Rogers,

good working relations with other

chairperson of the SAAFFI management

relevant institutions and associations

committee, congratulations from Prof

of related industries such as SAAFoST,

Charles de Koning, Head, Wits School of

CTFA, and Coschem.

diverse. These aspects are largely a function of flavour. Thus, flavourings are an essential constituent of human food.

African National Department of Health.

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LABELLING

Eco-labels for exquisite drinks UPM Raflatac launched a new collection of responsibly sourced label materials for wine, spirits, and beverages.

the label. Estudio Series Nemo used this

sustainable materials. Having a range of

of its new collection of wine,

material to create the sparkling cider bottle

recycled papers with this much personality

spirits and beverage label materials

label design.

and quality, that are hyper-specialised, is

– Rêverie 3 – that embraces circularity

DROPS WSA PCR-FSC (100% recycled

by using recycled fibers in aesthetically

fibers) – Designed for high-quality wine

del Baño from Estudio Maba, comments on

attractive labels. The new collection

and spirits labelling applications, this label

their experience in using UPM Raflatac’s

demonstrated, via unique collaborations

material features an accentuated uneven,

label materials. “It allows for high-quality

with five leading Spanish designers, that

textured surface combining a translucent

projects, which to some extent is not often

sustainability and impactful design can

effect and enhanced tactility, thanks to it

the case with recycled papers,” Albert

work together to deliver stunning results.

having undergone a unique paper-making

Puigdemont at Estudio Puigdemont Roca

The Rêverie 3 collection offered packaging

process. Estudio Maba used this material to

adds. “I was pleasantly surprised by the

designers a toolkit of visually appealing

create the spirits bottle label design.

print quality, especially in the area of

labels that are were made with materials

FENIX WSA PCR-FSC (40% recycled

amazing for us designers,” Miguel Angel

relief and stamped finishes, the ease of

from well-managed, FSC certified (FSC

fibers) – Developed for high-quality

adherence, fixing and raising. It looked as if

C012530) forests, recycled materials and

wine and spirits labelling applications,

it would never be possible to have elegant,

other controlled sources.

this paper shows minimal impurities,

high-class recycled paper for premium

giving a delicate hint of the recycled

products. But now, we can say that papers

the inclusion of FSC and PCR packaging

content. Estudio Puigdemont Roca used this

of this quality do exist. The Rêverie 3 series

as a necessity, UPM Raflatac wanted

material to create the tomato juice bottle

from UPM Raflatac has managed it,” Sergio

to showcase the potential of today’s

label design.

Aja Iglesias, Estudio Calcco concludes.

With more and more brands now seeing

sustainable label materials. With this in

HIPSTER WSA PCR-FSC (100% recycled

mind, five of the company’s responsibly

fibers) – Created for high-quality wine and

at UPM Raflatac. Thanks to our sustainable

sourced label materials were given to five

spirits labelling applications, it has a warm and

supply chain, we are able to offer designers

Spanish design agencies, with the brief to

elegant white shade that is combined with

FSC-certified labels that have varying

create a new collection.

a delicate, uneven, felt marked surface that

percentages of PCR content, suiting any

enables the creation of labels with unique

requirement. Rêverie 3 was already an

collection were created for high end

personality. EstudioCalcco used this material

extraordinary range due to the use of

wine, spirits, sparkling cider, craft beer

to create the wine bottle label design.

the recycled content. However, what the

“The label designs in the Rêverie 3

“Responsible sourcing is in our DNA here

and tomato juice drinks, with excellent

VINTAGE WSA PCR-FSC (30% recycled

designers have done with the materials

execution of the artworks with different

fibers) – This material is ideal for use in wine,

has truly taken it to the next level. It just

printing techniques managed by Gráficas

spirits and beverage labelling applications

shows what can be done when high quality

Varias,” Joss Ramel, Packaging Solutions

where an authentic and artisanal look is

materials are combined with creativity. This

Manager for Spain and Portugal at UPM

desired, as it has a kraft brown shade to

collaboration has shown that recycled fiber

Raflatac states.

it. Bulldog Studio used this material to create

materials can stand alongside other labels

the craft beer bottle label design.

and deliver in terms of both quality and

TOP FIVE CHOSEN LABEL MATERIALS:

impact,” Eulalia Alcaraz, business director at

BIARRITZ WSA PCR-FSC (20% recycled

SUSTAINABLE LABEL OPTIONS

fibers) – Created for use with high-quality

“We designers have a responsibility

wine and spirits labelling applications,

and a duty to use materials of this kind.

the natural pigmentation of the material

The industry is progressing. Suppliers

accentuates the premium appearance of

have more and more options for using

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UPM Raflatac comments.

UPM Raflatac – www.upmraflatac.com

Images: Supplied by client

U

PM Raflatac d announce the launch

Rotary filling equipment Inline pump filling equipment

Round bottle labelling

Gravity filling equipment

Entry level filling equipment

Front and back labelling

Pharmaceutical labelling & coding

2024 Quarter 2 | Food Manufacturing Africa

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LABELLING

Sustainable packaging: Lower footprint labels UPM Raflatac launches a new "Carbon Action Plastic Labels" portfolio to help brands reduce their packaging footprint. These labels utilise circular economy principles and validated LCA calculations to offer quantifiable emission reductions.

A

ccording to the UN, today only 15% of the Sustainable Development Goal targets are on track. In

September 2023, UPM joined the UN Global Compact Forward Faster initiative to accelerate this pace. To demonstrate its commitment to the Climate Action initiative and help its customers reduce the carbon footprint of their packaging materials and drive action, UPM Raflatac is proud to announce the launch of its Carbon Action Plastic Labels portfolio.

From 30th April 2024, the first products offered under the Carbon Action portfolio will be available to customers in EMEIA and the Americas. Further products are planned to be launched as part of the portfolio, all of which will focus on supporting the multiple circular economy Rs – Reduced, Recycled, or Renewable materials that enable Recycling or Reuse. Designed to address the entire value chain's impact, the

“The launch of our Carbon Action portfolio is more than an introduction of new products; it’s a declaration of our unwavering commitment to sustainability and our customers’ success. "

Carbon Action portfolio offers a tangible path towards achieving Scope 3 emissioni

ABOUT US

reductions for printers and brand owners.

UPM Raflatac: UPM Raflatac offers high-quality self-adhesive paper and film products including label materials, graphics solutions and removable self-adhesive products. We operate 12 factories and deliver our innovative and sustainable products through our global network of distribution terminals. We are one of UPM’s growth businesses and employ around 3,100 people. Our sales reached almost EUR 1,5 billion (USD 1,6 billion) in 2023.

Find out how we are labeling a smarter future beyond fossils.

This is underpinned by the DEKRA validated LCA calculation process through UPM Raflatac’s Label Life service.

A SUSTAINABLE LEAP FORWARD The launch of this new portfolio provides a meaningful solution for the packaging industry. It leverages the power of circular economy principles and provides quantifiable emissions reductions to empower customers and brands to reduce the carbon footprint of their packaging materials without compromising on label quality or performance. It marks an important milestone in the company’s journey beyond fossil-based materials.

“The launch of our Carbon Action portfolio is more than an introduction of new products; it’s a declaration of our unwavering commitment to sustainability and our customers’ success. By providing innovative solutions that can directly contribute to reducing carbon footprint

UPM We deliver renewable and responsible solutions and innovate for a future beyond fossils across six business areas: UPM Fibres, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Communication Papers and UPM Plywood. As the industry leader in responsibility, we are committed to the UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the science-based targets to mitigate climate change.

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and enhancing circularity, we empower our customers and brands to take concrete steps towards a low carbon circular economy,” Katja Kivelä, business director, Food and HPC, Films & Specials at UPM Raflatac. The goal of UN Global Compact Forward Faster initiative is to accelerate progress towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals in five areas of action: Climate Action, Living Wage, Gender Equality, Water Resilience and Finance & Investment. By joining the Climate Action initiative, UPM commits to setting sciencebased net-zero emission reduction targets in line with a 1.5°C pathway, with the goal of halving global emissions by 2030 and reaching net-zero by 2050 at the latest. For UPM Raflatac, this means not only cutting its own emissions and those of the supply chain, but also committing to innovating products like the new Carbon Action portfolio.

UPM Raflatac – www.upmraflatac.com

2024 Quarter 2 | Food Manufacturing Africa

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LABELLING

Celebrating 50 years of incredible success Strength is in flexibility. It’s a fundamental concept that winks at evolutionary principles themselves.

Darwin teaches us that it is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent, but rather the one most adaptable to change.

pressure sensitive, cold glue pre-cut, hot melt pre-cut, roll-fed pre-glued, roll-fed

Research and development represent the

international awards: first prize at PMMI’s

engine of P.E.’s evolution and its success on

Technology Excellence Award 2021 at Pack

the market. Every year the company invests

Expo in Las Vegas, the main world packaging

5% of its turnover in innovation, design and

fair, and winner of the Innovation Awards of

development of new technologies. To date

Djazagro 2022, the most significant event

P.E. Labellers has filed 68 patents.

dedicated to packaging in the Maghreb.

its leadership on this key element and the market continues to prove it right.

And, in 2024 it confirms itself as the most innovative global company in the creation of labelling solutions.

Technological innovation makes P.E. Labellers a unique company of its The key point is represented by the absolute flexibility in combining all the different existing labelling technologies:

hot melt, tax stamps and hybrid labelling solutions. The concept of modularity is extended to every component of the machines, designed in ergonomic solutions and strongly oriented towards energy saving.

The manufacturing strategy adopted

by P.E. is based on ‘Vertical Production’ concept, which led to the creation of eight different Centers of Excellence in Design & Production. Globally distributed production sites, highly specialised in the development of certain lines of automatic labelling machines, which operate independently while remaining strongly integrated into the P.E. Group. (five in Italy, two in USA, one in Brazil). Today the lean production of

The application areas and sectors served

INTERNATIONAL AWARDS Simpl-Cut represents a technological revolution in the world of traditional roll-fed machines.

It changes its operating principles and overcomes the limitations that these labellers typically have. It is a rotary roll-fed machine for the application of pre-glued wrap-around labels, with differentiated advantages that bring major benefits to customers. Simpl-Cut has conquered the international panel for its uniqueness and has already won two coveted

cover the entire packaging spectrum. The

SKYLINE:

flexible solutions of P.E. Labellers meet

This is the latest creation by P.E. Labellers,

the needs of multiple application areas:

within the PackLab division: the innovative

beverage, food and dairy, wine and spirits,

linear labelling machine with pressure

home care and personal care, chemical and

sensitive technology, which breaks the rules

pharmaceutical. All these sectors require

and differs significantly from any other

a level of competence and flexibility that

solution present today. SkyLine won over the

can only be completely satisfied through a

jury and won the Cibus Tec 2023 Innovation

modular approach.

Award, the only labelling machine to have won the award in its category.

the P.E. group leads to the creation of 550 machines per year produced and exported all over the world, largely managed remotely.

Each component of the machine is treated automatically, and each part is massproduced to guarantee high quality control and a strong reduction in material waste.

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USS Pactech - www.usspactech.co.za P.E Labellers – www.pelabellers.com

Images: Supplied by client

F

“Today the Lean Production of the P.E. group leads to the creation of 550 machines per year produced and exported all over the world, largely managed remotely.”

or 50 years P.E. LABELLERS has built

LABELLING

Market-leading versatility and productivity

Flexi OPERA and KUBE take labelling technology to the next level. A multi-material/multi-technology approach lets manufacturers respond effectively to every production requirement. Featuring optimised consumption, SACMI labelers are designed to meet the challenges of a sustainable returnable PET supply chain.

L

abels make a statement about a product’s identity, making them essential branding tools. To ensure

metal - truly outstanding.

Over time, the long-standing SACMI OPERA range has evolved by taking

their proper application, SACMI Beverage

a multi-material approach that

provides comprehensive solutions

complements the ability to

that combine ultra-high productivity

use different labelling systems

and versatility on various labelling

(such as the application of pre-

technologies/systems.

cut, wrap-around or self-adhesive

Pack quality, product enhancement and a focus on sustainability are the hallmarks of

labels), all on a single platform.

The outcome? Manufacturers can also

SACMI Beverage, which has sold over 2,500

apply one or more labels on the same

labelling machines worldwide (both stand-

container using the same technology or

changeover tasks can be managed directly

alone and integrated with complete stretch-

a combination of different technologies

via the operator interface. Users can save the

blowing and filling lines).

such as cold glue, roll-fed, adhesive or hot

various recipes and recall them as necessary.

melt. Flexi OPERA is available in a range of

This means they can maintain maximum

FLEXI OPERA, FAST AND VERSATILE FOR DEMANDING MARKETS

configurations and can easily be installed on

efficiency in sectors (such as wine, beer &

existing lines. Exceptional machine design

spirits) where format changeovers are the

A combination of ultra-high output rates and

optimises overall dimensions and delivers

order of the day and use multiple labelling

extreme versatility makes the Flexi OPERA

plenty of scope for customisation as per the

technologies and systems.

labeler range - designed for any container

customer’s needs.

From this perspective, KUBE offers an outstanding plug&play approach, its modular

Images: Supplied by client

type, cylindrical or shaped, in glass, plastic or

DID YOU KNOW

KUBE - MODULAR AND PLUG&PLAY

framework letting manufacturers add a wide

The Beverage industry is as vast as it is multi-

range of options (such as cold glue, hot melt,

faceted. It thus demands solutions optimised

self-adhesive) over time.

The machine incorporates an automatic

With wrap-around labels, the glue

for both high volumes and the medium output

can be applied exclusively on the

rates on which format changeover speed/

bottle positioning system and is available with

overlap area of the two flaps; during

adaptability are essential. With KUBE, SACMI

LVS (the labelling vision system developed

takes the ability to handle diversified product

by SACMI Computer Vision) to deliver

mixes and frequent changeovers to the

comprehensive process quality control.

recycling, these are separated by a SACMI-supplied cutting tool.

next level.

On this labelling machine, all format

SACMI – www.sacmi.com

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INDUSTRY TALK

Sorting Success: Michigan Potato Grower Meets Chip Giant's Demands Since acquiring TOMRA sorting machines, Michigan-based potato grower Sackett Ranch has decreased labour-dependence and increased product quality.

T

he Sackett family has been growing

to find people, waiting to see who shows

potatoes in Michigan for six

up and who doesn’t. Now we need just a

generations since first planting 20

few people. You just turn the switch on and

acres of the crop in 1905. Today, Sackett

you’re running. Before we used TOMRA, we

Ranch covers more than 8,200 acres (3,320

used to ship in the morning until 10.00-10.30

hectares), with more than 3,800 acres

because I had to wait for employees. Now

(1,540 hectares) dedicated to growing

we can pick up an extra three hours and do

potatoes for the potato chip industry.

multiple processes at the same time without

The farm also grows seed corn, field corn,

having to wait for personnel.”

soybeans, and wheat.

Sackett Ranch sells by far most of its

The other big benefit of using TOMRA’s directly from the field. It also solves the

sorters, Luke reports, is “increased quality.

potatoes, some 80%, to top potato-chip

problems of recruitment and retention that

Our customers benefit. And I can set the

brands in the U.S., and must meet strict

potato growers often struggle with when

size profile of each load going into them.

quality guidelines. No more than 2% of

depending on manual sorters.

We know exactly how much green, foreign

potatoes shipped to plants are permitted

material there is, per field and per bin, and

to be green, undersized, oversized, or

TOMRA 5A SORTING SOLUTIONS

we can grade-out scab more precisely than

with external defects. Meeting these

The TOMRA 5A is a premium bulk sorting and

with the human eye. With manual labour,

standards is difficult or impossible, as well

size grader that’s very popular with potato

we were getting out roughly 60% of all

as time-consuming, when sorting manually.

processors. Heavy-duty, high-capacity, and

the foreign material; now we get close to

Since their investment in the TOMRA 3A

high-performance, this machine detects and

90%. And it’s easy: the TOMRA 3A and

and TOMRA 5A optical sorting machines,

ejects products that are misshapen, over-

TOMRA 5A have the same user interface,

Sackett Ranch has found it easy to meet the

or under-sized, or spoiled by rot, mold, or

so programming is the same on both.”

quality standards by pressing a few buttons

discolouration. At Sackett Ranch the TOMRA

on a touchscreen.

5A is used for a final inspection, categorising

recommending TOMRA’s sorting solutions

Luke has no hesitation in

the potatoes by size and quality while

to other potato growers, saying that

to remove foreign materials from harvested

removing green and undesirable potatoes to

Sackett Ranch’s investment in these

potatoes and can handle up to 100 tons

within the 2% threshold.

machines has paid back with a win-

The TOMRA 3A optical sorter is designed

(120 short tons) per hour. At Sackett

Luke Parr, farm manager at Sackett Ranch,

Ranch, this machine effectively eliminates

said: “The TOMRA machines have solved our

foreign materials such as stones, corn cobs,

labour problems. If I wasn’t using a TOMRA

and dirt clods, as well as green potatoes,

product, I’d be scrambling every morning

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win: both the grower and the grower’s customers have benefited.

Tomra – www.tomra.com

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