Smart packaging does not have to mean a new package
In a 2026 Chemical Engineering Journal study, Fanze Meng and colleagues did not replace the tray, film or primary packaging material with an experimental hydrogel. They placed a 23 mm hydrogel disc in the headspace of a sealed container holding 25 ± 1 g of pork, without direct contact between the sensor and the meat. …
Latvian Food Processing in 2026: Growth, Pressure and the Next Investment Cycle
Latvia’s food-processing industry entered 2026 in a stronger position than many other manufacturing sectors. Production is growing, dairy processing is expanding, export markets remain important and several producers are investing in new capacity. …
F. DICK 1905 Design Series: Celebrating 120 Years of Iconic Craftsmanship
In 1905, at a time when industrial innovation was reshaping the world, Friedr. Dick introduced a knife design that would become one of the most recognisable in culinary history. Today, the F. DICK Design Series 1905 celebrates its 120th anniversary — marking more than a century of precision engineering, craftsmanship, and unmistakable design DNA. …
EFA: 100 Years of Precision and Progress in Meat Processing Technology
For nearly a century, Schmid & Wezel GmbH, known worldwide under its trusted brands BIAX and EFA, has stood for engineering excellence, uncompromising quality, and customer-focused innovation. From its foundation in 1919 in Maulbronn near Stuttgart, the company has shaped the future of both metalworking and meat processing industries — always with a clear mission: delivering solutions that make production more efficient, ergonomic, and safe. …
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. …
Deighton Manufacturing: Transforming Food Processing with Innovation and Precision
In the world market where effectiveness and product excellence are most important, Deighton Manufacturing is recognized as a top creator in food processing equipment. The company is located in Bradford, UK and has created its own unique place by making solutions which have lower cost but also great adaptability. By using their skills well, Deighton has been able to provide machines with high function minus the big investment that usually comes with industrial-level equipment. The outcome is a set of machines that enable manufacturers worldwide to make their operations more efficient without sacrificing any quality. …
MAJA flake ice machines
Flake Ice Solutions for Premium Sausage Production At Carnitec, we offer top-tier flake ice machines designed to enhance sausage production. Our MAJA flake ice machines ensure hygienic and sustainable ice production, perfectly suited for cooling sausage meat. …
Introducing Höcker’s Versatile Smoking Trolley : Simplicity Meets Practicality
In the fast-changing field of food processing, it is crucial to be efficient and flexible. The Höcker Group, which makes custom stainless steel solutions and is located in Wallenhorst (Germany), has once more set a new standard with its inventive Höcker Smoking Trolley that addresses these requirements. This trolley includes shelves that can be adjusted for height making it possible to smoke meats, cheeses and other products while utilising space optimally as well as conserving energy. …
Innovating Tomorrow: The Pioneering Journey of Anuga FoodTec 2024
In the bustling heart of Cologne, from 19 to 22 March 2024, an unprecedented convergence of minds and technology, Anuga FoodTec 2024, is set to redefine the food and beverage industry landscape. Organized by the esteemed German Agricultural Association (DLG), this global supplier trade fair is not merely an event; it’s a crucible of innovation, sustainability, and responsibility. As the world pivots towards a more sustainable and equitable future, Anuga FoodTec 2024 emerges as a beacon of progress, guiding the food and beverage production sectors into a new era of excellence and innovation. …
REICH ATA ClimaStar’s Defrosting Excellence
In the ever-evolving landscape of the meat processing industry, the REICH ATA ClimaStar defrosting systems have carved a niche for themselves. Known for their economical and gentle defrosting processes, these systems are adept at handling everything from thinly sliced, unpackaged frozen products to thick, packaged frozen blocks, making them an indispensable part of modern food processing. …
