FruitSmartTM fibre ingredients have been awarded the Upcycled Food Association’s (UFA) new certification mark. FruitSmart specializes in premium fruit-based ingredients. Well regarded for its not-from-concentrate apple juice, its range also includes fibre products from apples and blueberries. They can enhance consumer appeal, for example by enabling health claims, as well as providing manufacturing functionality such as moisture retention. Furthermore, because the fibres … [Read more...] about Waste Not: FruitSmart awarded upcycled certification
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Capsoil FoodTech platform converts oil to water-soluble powder
Capsoil FoodTech, established by natural fruit extracts and concentrates supplier Prodalim Group, is introducing a breakthrough in the functional food and beverage space. Its proprietary technology can process bioactive oil compounds into self-emulsifying powders. This allows manufacturers to easily integrate nutritional oils, lipid-based nutrients and fat-soluble vitamins into their own product portfolios. This particular process doesn’t involve extraction, solvent or heat and doesn’t … [Read more...] about Capsoil FoodTech platform converts oil to water-soluble powder
Nestlé Nescafé incorporates remote monitoring software in soluble coffee facility
Nescafé’s Toluca Complex, the largest production facility for the brand has integrated Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure™ Asset Advisor software. This program allows engineers and staff to remotely monitor electrical equipment, ensuring that issues are resolved proactively. This particular facility produces 1 million jars of soluble coffee per day, so service continuity is vital to its operations. The Asset Advisor software helps avoid costly disruptions, with workers spending more time … [Read more...] about Nestlé Nescafé incorporates remote monitoring software in soluble coffee facility