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Theegarten to unveil new packaging machine
Theegarten-Pactec will unveil its CFW-D packaging machine for moulded or coated chocolate products, which has an output of up to 1,400 products per minute, at Interpack. The CFW-D is suitable for fold...
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Automation helps British Biscotti meet rising demand
UK-based The Great British Biscotti Co is meeting rising demand for its new range of biscuits after installing an entry level flow-wrapper, which is capable of 150 packs a minute. Founded in March...
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A look at Interpack
As the industry gears up for the international processing and packaging fair Interpack, Confectionery Production takes a look at what will be on show. EXHIBITORS Aasted – Hall 2, Stand A03 Aasted will...
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SleekWrapper debuts new flow wrapping machine
SleekWrapper, part of the Paxiom Group, has introduced its new fully servo-driven horizontal flow wrapping machine, designed to provide smaller or start-up operations with efficiency advantages. Built...
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Reducing the cost of fudge packing
UK artisan confectionery manufacturer Radfords Fine Fudge has reported a 5% reduction in costs after investing in a flow wrapper to replace the manual process of weighing and sealing individual bags....
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Deadlines
With colder, wetter weather hitting the UK this week, it seems our summer was short-lived. The summer months are usually quieter for journalists with fewer events, conferences and exhibitions taking...
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Sacmi reorganises chocolate business unit
Italian machinery supplier Sacmi is reorganising its chocolate processing, wrapping and packaging business unit. For some years now, the chocolate sector – the hub of the group’s food division – has...
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Bakery focus
I’ll keep my blog short and sweet this week as we’re sending the September issue of Confectionery Production to press. In it, readers can expect a wealth of information and insight on bakery...
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October 2017
Equipment: Process control and automation Ingredients: Inclusions, sugar and sweetners Packaging: Wrapping technology/materials Product focus: Extruded confectionery Show issue: Gulfood Manufacturing...
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The packaging side of chocolate
An anchor in uncertain times, chocolate is one of the most widely enjoyed foods in the world – it’s rare to find someone who doesn’t indulge in the occasional treat. It has been enjoyed by American...
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BPA Racupack becomes BluePrint Automation
BPA Racupack, which manufactures wrap-around case packing and cartoning solutions, has revealed it will change its name to BluePrint Automation (BPA), with effect from 1 January. For BluePrint...
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Presentation is everything
Product presentation is key, particularly at Christmas when confectionery manufacturers are fighting for space on retailers’ already busy shelves. One product that stands out this time of year is...
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Sustainably packaged products
Meeting demand for sustainably packaged sweets designed for on the go consumption will be high on the agenda for both exhibitors and visitors at this year’s ProSweets Cologne. When it comes to...
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New popcorn multipacker uses less film
Italian equipment manufacturer PFM has developed a new automatic multipacking line for popcorn bags that uses 30% less film than other methods. The system uses flow-wrapping to reduce film consumption...
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Gerhard Schubert reports strong response to upgraded Flowmodul
Global packaging group Gerhard Schubert has reported a strong response to its upgraded Flowmodul system. The equipment was showcased at the recent ProSweets event in Cologne, Germany, and offers wide...
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Wrapping up the Easter marketing drive
With Easter just around the corner, it’s perhaps no surprise that Confectionery Production is starting to receive its share of press releases of major marketing campaigns for this key date in the...
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Italian manufacturer Acma reveals new packaging series
Italian-based manufacturer Acma has released its latest range of upgraded packaging equipment aimed at the confectionery sector. This included its new HW 900 fold wrapper for high-speed handling of...
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Upgraded new UK premises for Ulma packaging
Ulma Packaging has expanded its UK facilities in moving to a new premises in Sheffield for its packaging solutions supplying the confectionery and wider food sectors. The company reported that sales of...
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Gerhard Schubert launches packaging operations in China
German-headquartered packaging business Gerhard Schubert has set its sights on developing markets in Asia, and is opening its first subsidiary in China. As the company confirmed, its market launch will...
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Academy of Chocolate awards celebrate winners from around the world
Chocolatiers from around the world gathered at Claridge’s Hotel in the London, UK, this week to celebrate at annual Academy of Chocolate awards party. Confectionery Production played its part in the...
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