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130 Years of Taste Engineering: Now With Smart Control at Your Fingertips

For over 130 years, REICH has shaped the future of thermal processing systems. From our roots in Schechingen to global leadership in food processing innovation, we’ve never stopped refining how the world treats meat, poultry, fish, cheese, plant-based foods and more.

Now, we’re entering a new era.

Introducing BLUECONNECT — the digital backbone of your REICH system.

In today’s food production environment, every minute matters. That’s why BLUECONNECT is engineered to give you complete, real-time access to your processing systems – anytime, anywhere, on any device. Whether you’re running one plant or managing multiple facilities, BLUECONNECT transforms your data into action.

Smarter. Faster. More Reliable.

Downtime is the enemy of efficiency. With BLUECONNECT, you turn unpredictability into control:

✅ Predictive Maintenance – Detect wear and prevent failures before they happen ✅ Vital System Data – Monitor performance in real time with intelligent alerts ✅ Automated Updates – Keep your systems running at peak condition without manual intervention ✅ Seamless ERP Integration – Standardised interfaces for refrigeration systems, data platforms, and more

Real Productivity Gains. Real Impact.

BLUECONNECT

REICH customers using BLUECONNECT report measurable improvements:

Up to 15% cost savings
Up to 10% better product quality
Up to 3% increase in output
Every percentage point counts – and with REICH, you make every one work harder.

BLUECONNECT

Designed for Performance and Longevity

🔹 Energy Intelligence: Track consumption, reduce waste, and improve ROI 🔹 Remote Visibility: Access process data, manage recipes, and receive alerts across sites 🔹 Smart Lifecycle Management: Extend equipment lifespan, reduce waste, and optimize spare parts through our integrated customer portal

From heat treatment to high performance, from plant floors to the cloud — BLUECONNECT brings the full power of taste engineering into the digital age.

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