INTERNATIONALFood&DrinkFood&Drinkwww.fdiforum.netMAY 2014£3.50 STERLINGThe completepackageIMPORT AND EXPORTLONDON WINE FAIRMICROBIOLOGY01:Layout 1 17/4/14 10:35 Page 102:Layout 1 17/4/14 10:37 Page 1ContentsMay 2014This magazine is now fully recyclable. By recyclingmagazines, you can help reduce waste and add to the5.5 million tonnes of paper already recycled by the UKpaper industry each year. Before you recycle yourmagazine, please ensure you remove all plasticwrapping, free gifts and samples. FoodandDrinkInternational@fdiforumwww.fdiforum.netcompany/fdiforumNews 4• General news • On line - production news• On the shelf - new products and initiatives • AppointmentsImport & export 13With such vibrant and buoyant markets, what isbeing done to engage with East Asia?Commercial property 16Larger, more efficient developments arebeginning to dominate the commercial propertysectorPackaging performance 20The packaging and labelling industry is facing ahuge number of challenges – not least therequirement to ensure strength and quality whilesimultaneously meeting the desires forconvenience and sustainability. Microbiology 26Microbiology could be suffering from a skills gap– but new initiatives are addressing thisLaboratory showcase 29Materials handling30The increased interest in natural products inrecent years has brought with it a change of pacefor mixing technologyPLUS Logistics 34The UK’s national network of hauliers haslaunched a new member-owned logistics providerEditor:Steve Fisher (s.fisher@blmgroup.co.uk)Editor’s PA:Angela SharmanJournalists:Steve Williams (s.williams@blmgroup.co.uk)Mike Shields (m.shields@blmgroup.co.uk)Michael Fisher (m.fisher@blmgroup.co.uk)Sales Director:Teri CooperSales Manager:Becky RobertshawAssistant Sales Manager:Sam TrottSales:Nikki LoganTel: +44 (0) 1472 310302Accounts & Subscriptions:Dawn Cook, John DownesDesign & Production:Gary Jorgensen, Mark Casson, Rachel Green(studio@blmgroup.co.uk)Editorial:Tel: +44 (0) 1472 310305, Fax: +44 (0) 1472 310317Email:fdi@blmgroup.co.ukPart of the Business Link Magazine Group:Armstrong House, Armstrong Street,Grimsby, N E Lincs DN31 2QEEnglandAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may bereproduced, transmitted, photocopied, recorded orotherwise without express permission of the copyrightholder, for which application should be addressed firstto the publisher. While every reasonable care is taken,neither the publisher nor its participating agents acceptliability for loss or damage to prints, colourtransparencies, negatives or other material of whatevernature submitted to this publication. The viewsexpressed in this publication are not necessarily theviews of those held by the publisher.COVER PHOTOGRAPHSCOURTESY OFMain:shutterstock.com/PhotoSGH Top: shutterstock.com/haveseenMiddle: shutterstock.com/LuschsenBottom: London Wine FairEnergy36Energy is fast becoming a major issue for foodand drink manufacturers. Conserving, effectivelyusing and reusing this valuable resource is now atop priority• EdinaSandwiches & snacks39As the food on the go sector increases in statureas well as the newer phenomenon of casualdining taking hold, what are manufacturersstriving for?• StevensLondon wine fair43 The London Wine Fair, now in its 34th year, isreturning to its former home at London Olympiafrom 2nd to 4th JuneSafety & health expo44The largest UK national event is reporting hugegrowth in participating companiesEvents46Your chance to keep abreast of forthcomingexhibitions and food fairs from around the worldClassified 49Food & Drink Diary 5003:Layout 1 17/4/14 10:37 Page 1First Choice acquiresCombico (UK) LtdCombico (UK) Ltd, has been acquired by FirstChoice Catering Spares Ltd. Stocks of spareswill be transferred to the Cannock premises ofFirst Choice to proudly recognise First Choiceas the largest supplier of Rational spare parts,and now service training provider, in the UK. The Combico name will live on however,becoming the specialist engineer training arm ofFirst Choice. Steve Weston, founder of Combico(UK) Ltd, will continue to run the engineers training courses for Rational combi ovens already plannedfor this year with the venue relocating to Cannock. Steve Weston says, ‘The amalgamation of Combico UK Ltd with First Choice Catering Spares Ltd isthe inevitable consequence of two determined and committed companies striving to succeed in asimilar market place. We are specialised businesses dedicated to supporting the commercial cateringindustry service companies. Each business has an individual focus and provides a unique service.” 4 Food & Drink Internationalwww.fdiforum.netLower cooker footprint, increasedcooking capacityJBT FoodTech has modified its Double D Revorack Multi-PurposeCooker to enable both large and small food manufacturers to increasecapacity by up to 67%, but on a significantly smaller footprint.Unique to JBT FoodTech, the modified cooker means that, for example,a manufacturer with a 4-rack cooker can now upgrade to a 5-rack cooker,or upgrade a 6-rack to a 10-rack, but on a 20% smaller footprint.The low footprint model is available on all rack sizes from3-rack up to 10-rack. With the low footprint model theburner and heat exchanger,which on the standard modelare located vertically at theside of the cooking chamber,have been repositioned to sithorizontally across the top ofthe chamber.The Revorack Multi-Purpose Cooker can steamcook, roast or bake all in thesame chamber, and iscapable of any task in thefurther processing of meat,fish, poultry, vegetables and ready meals. New Distribution Centre solution forSainsbury’sSSI Schaefer has signeda contract to deliver a newNational Distribution Centrefor Sainsbury’s. It’sproposed the centre atCrick, Northamptonshirewill hold Sainsbury’s entireGeneral Merchandiserange and have thecapacity to store 220,000pallets when full. The sitewill service over 550 stores every day delivering 2.4 million units per week atfull capacity. The Schaefer system consists of an automated high-bay, double deeppallet storage system which feeds product to picking areas via a combinationof inverted monorail and pallet conveyor. The whole process is controlled bya Schaefer bespoke Warehouse Control System, fully integrated withSainsbury’s own JDA Warehouse Management System.Jaap Vos, UK Managing Director for SSI Schaefer, says, “We’re delightedto be working on this project as a partner to Sainsbury’s. We both believepassionately in creating a great place to work where we aim to inspire ourcolleagues to make a difference to the company.”Pictured is the existing Sainsbury’s Waltham Point Depot.Cerulean introduces Optical Carton Tester atInterpack Cerulean Instrumentation is introducing its newhand-held, OCT Optical Carton Tester at Interpack.The OCT optically measures and recorddimensions, angles, and symmetry of cartoncrease, bead and formed box. It quickly assessesthe multi-layer construction of all types of printed or non-printed carton board, paperboard and waxed carton product.The system also has the ability to test complex embossing and multi-folded corners.Utilising a full HD handheld camera, the OCT is connected to a laptop via asimple USB cable and is intuitive and easy to use. The system comes pre-programmed with analysis and reporting software. Available in two versions; the OCT provides simple measurement for quality control with results inPDF format. The OCT Plus is ideal for use in production and incorporates sophisticated measurementsoftware for coordinating the various matrices that influence carton quality. After assessment iscomplete, certification can be printed for quality assurance purposes.100% accurate beerkeg barcode readingfrom CognexTo ensure the fill quantity matches the statedweight, the Warsteiner brewery in Germany weighstheir kegs before and after the filling process.During the process, DataMan barcode readersfrom Cognex are used to read the challengingbarcodes that are affixed to the kegs. The solutionfor this was developed by BHV-Automation GmbH,together with Warsteiner’s own operationalengineers.The solution relies on Cognex DataMan 302Xbarcode readers, robust enough to read thereflective codes on labels that are soaking wet.The kegs come in 10, 15, 20, 30 and 50-litrevariants, causing the distance from the barcodereader to vary. The codes also vary in position asthe kegs rotate along the conveyor. However, theDataMan 302X, can handle variations in depth offield and field of view, ensuring the applicationread rates increased from 92% to 100%.This eliminated the need for the complexmanual re-weighing step in Warsteiner’s process.PHOTO:COURTESY SAINSBURYS04-05:Layout 1 17/4/14 10:38 Page 1Ti boost its 5-layer capacity inEuropeTaghleef Industrieshas made a majorinvestment in itsHungarianmanufacturing plantthat will boost its 5-layer capacity inEurope.Critical investmentswere made at Ti Kft inHungary to upgrade a 8.2mt BoPP line to 5-layers that will increase TiEurope current 5-layer film capacity to a total of 60,000 t/y. The line will beequipped with the most recent technologies for a superior quality of the filmproduced and for energy saving purposes. Energy savings are predicted tobe in the range of 25%.With this new capacity, Ti will reinforce significantly its market position toserve the labelling, specifically IML, as well as the food packagingindustries. The 5-layer film technical advantages will also be used for otherspecific non-food applications.Valerio Garzitto, CEO of Ti Europe, says, “Our continuous investment inadvanced technology and manufacturing capabilities further demonstrate Ticommitment to support its growing European customer base andpartners.”Partner Logistics wins at logistics awardsFrozen warehousing specialists Partner Logistics havebeen awarded with a special recognition accolade at thelaunch of the SHD Logistics awards in central London.They were also finalists in two other categories - the BestOperations (SME) award and the Environment /Sustainability award alongside other finalists includingJaguar Land Rover and Sainsbury’s.Eelco Schnabel, Commercial Director at PartnerLogistics, says, “We are thrilled to have received this awardand it is an honour to be recognised in the industry for ourcontribution to sustainability and the environment. It istestament to the hard work that we put in to ensure ourcustomers receive the best possible supply chain solution.”This is the first year of the SHD Logistics awards and ithas been launched to recognise and reward the very bestcompanies within the logistics and supply chain sectors.This year’s event took place at the Park Lane Hotel incentral London.Fast-fit steam flow meter pinpointsenergy savings atpoint of useSpirax Sarco has launched its TargetFixed Area steam flow meter for smaller,point-of-use applications to helpoperators accurately assess energy use,reduce consumption and optimise plantperformance.The TFA integrates a flow sensingdevice, temperature sensor and flowcomputer into a single compact unitreducing installation requirements,maximising plant uptime and increasingproductivity.The compact design of the TFAmeans it can be easily installed almostanywhere in a steam system, even inconfined spaces or within the proximity of a pipe bend, valves or othercomponents. It only needs six pipe diameters of straight pipe upstream andthree downstream to ensure the desired flow profile into the meter.With a turndown of up to 10:1, the TFA flow meter is suitable for saturatedsteam systems and will accurately monitor steam flow even at low velocities,without having to make expensive changes to pipe size.Quality control solutions for improvedtraceability and compliance Food and drink companies can guarantee compliance to average weightlegislation and industry regulations with METTLER TOLEDO’s FreeWeigh.Netsoftware. FreeWeigh.Net is a powerful software system that covers allaspects of packaging and filling quality control.FreeWeigh.Net applies statistical methods to process control,accurately calculating mean and standard deviation values todetermine legally defined tolerance levels. Managing data in thisway means manufacturers can assess their processes in realtime, correcting variations which occur during the productionphase.The software systematically records and eliminates product defects as well asdrastically reduces unnecessary costs through overfilling. It also provides compliance to legal fillrequirements, standardised and simplified processes and online monitoring and alarming. It alsoensures paperless documentation and automated reporting, and picture-based quality assessment.Users are assured of a fast ROI.Watch the latest application video, register for the ROI calculator or download a free SQC guideat www.mt.com/uk-freeweigh-video.Food & Drink International 5www.fdiforum.netHot stuff from NationalFlexibleFrom humble beginnings through to an accoladeby Guinness World Records for the hottest chilli ever– Fire Foods is sizzling its way into homes with arange of spicy hot snacks bursting with flavour.Chilli peppers are nurtured, harvested andprepared as part of a growing range of spicy treatsfor lovers of hot snacks; Hot Chilli Pork Scratchings.Prepare to be amazed by these little bagged snacks.These are not for the faint hearted!Fire Foods have successfully grown theirbusiness, and have invested in machinery andprocesses to keep up with demand, with the baggingfunction now being carried out by a reel-fed VFFSpackaging machine. National Flexible provided them with a bespokelaminate film for their new bold artwork anddistinctive logo. They have constant access to asupply of finished film ready for their packing needs,technical and commercial support in all theirpackaging requirements.04-05:Layout 1 17/4/14 10:39 Page 2Mercedes-Benz Used 1:Checked inside out - guaranteed.Approved Used Vans & Services from Mercedes-Benz.Test Winner.Whichever used van you choose from our range, you can always be sure it’s a test winner. Every Mercedes-Benz Used 1 Qualifying Van has been through our stringent testing procedure (the 100 plus point check) to earn itself a special prize - a comprehensive package of services and a warranty lasting up to 3 years.www.mercedes-benz.co.uk/vansEngineBodyworkLightsOil LevelsElectricalBrakesExhaust06-07:Layout 1 17/4/14 10:39 Page 1X-ray delivers enhanced bonedetectionTwo advancedIshida X-ray systemsare providingenhanced qualitycontrol checks,detecting small boneparticles in a range ofbrawn products fromleading specialityproducer Gold Meat.Ishida X-ray systemsuse unique self-learning GeneticAlgorithm technology to offer maximum sensitivity and reliability in thedetection of impurities down to 0.3mm in size. This focuses the machine toidentify contaminants using image data analysis over a number ofinspections. Data logging helps to build up a more precise calibrationprotocol with each inspection, which enables defects to be more easilyidentified and their location in the pack pinpointed.Dominic Bousard, who is in charge of Gold Meat’s production, says,“Before the Ishidas we had to rely on eyesight to detect and remove thesevery small particles and we simply couldn’t achieve the same level ofdetection. The X-ray systems are also easy to operate and very reliable.”Latest technology from Essentra PackagingEssentra Packaging will be at May’sinterpack event in Dussledorf, with animpressive series of developments which canintegrate the multi-functionality of easyopening, reclosing, informing and protectinginto packs across the consumer and healthcaresectors.Visitors to stand C20 in Hall 7 will be able tosee how Essentra has built its global reputationon a leading-edge portfolio of labels, tapes,cartons, leaflets and security technology. Itsproducts are trusted by manufacturers andbrand owners in numerous end markets.In an interpack exclusive, on show for the first time will be AquaSense. This has been designedto help maintain and control the moisture content within packs ensuring the goods do not dry outand are kept fresh – giving consumers more control than ever over the products they buy. This isthe first example of Essentra’s Active Label Technology and has been developed and jointlypatented in conjunction with Essentra Porous Technologies. Volta Belting attract attention atFoodexVolta’s innovativehomogeneous positivedrive belts are now thefood processingindustry standard andthe leading solutionfor the hygienicconveying ofunpackaged product.The Super Drive™range stands out from thecompetition. It is different – itis NOT a complex productwith intrinsic limitations.Other products have off-tracking, difficult teeth to clean, bacteria-pronesurfaces and require an engineering team to implement. Super Drive™ issimply the best – free from all types of reinforcement and with no weakpoints. It can be fabricated with durable features and welded onsite toenable your processing lines to enjoy proven benefits and savings.Volta is aware of the ‘attention’ from other belt producers, but if you areready to invest, then why select a belt that only does half the job? Theyillustrated Super Drive™’s benefits at Foodex to an enthusiastic audience.For more information, visit www.voltabelting.com.The ultimate after dinner mint free for yourrestaurantThe long established Setlers range is offering restaurantsaround the UK the chance to apply for a free box of SetlersMintees sample packs, and a dispenser, to encourageconsumers to trial their latest product. The innovative formulation of Setlers Mintees builds layersof powerful peppermint oil and refreshing spearmint around asoft, crumbly centre. This blend of flavours and texturescreates a unique taste experience which freshens breath,cleanses the palate and helps to avoid discomfort, making itthe ideal after-meal companion. Each Setlers Mintees samplebox contains approximately 80 sample packs (3-4 mints perpack) to distribute to customers following their meal, andrestaurants can apply for up to five free boxes. To claim your free boxes, emailsetlersmintees@thisispegasus.co.uk with the name andlocation of your establishment and your contact details. For more information about Setlers Minteesvisit www.setlersmintees.com. Offer is while stocks last. Food & Drink International 7www.fdiforum.netNew contaminationmonitoring systemenables energy recoverySpirax Sarco has launched a Turbidity MonitoringSystem for detecting non-conductive contaminantssuch as fats, oils and greases in condensate,enabling steam system operators to recoversubstantial amounts of energy.The Spirax Sarco Turbidity Monitoring Systemhelps operators to re-use condensate by providingreal-time monitoring, raising an alert if contaminationrises above a set level, allowing the taintedcondensate to be diverted to drain immediatelyrather than fed into the boiler.The Turbidity Monitoring System can also be usedto monitor the quality of other water sources, such asmains, demineralised and reverse osmosis supplies.This makes it suited to applications where waterquality is paramount, such as cleaning-in-place andsterilisation-in-place stations.The new Turbidity Monitoring Systemcomplements the Spirax Sarco CondensateContamination Detection system that detectsconductive contaminants. Steam system operatorscan now enjoy total protection against conductiveand non-conductive contamination entering make-upwater and condensate returns to the boiler feedwatersystem.06-07:Layout 1 17/4/14 10:39 Page 2Darina Hall Head of FoodASDARetailerAllon Bloch CEOmySupermarketLeane Bramhall Marketing DirectorBurt’s Potato ChipsLetty Edwards Marketing DirectorFox’s Biscuits & Avana BakeryMy Ly Senior Marketing ManagerYO! SushiMat Braddy Chief Marketing Of½cerJust-EatPraveen Vijh Co-FounderEat NaturalStephanie Green Head of Operational MarketingMüller DairyStuart Hiscott Marketing ManagerArdo UKJohn Allaway Commercial DirectorAlproNatalie Sugarman Head of MarketingMetcalfe’s Food CompanyClaudia Santagada Head of Business & Product DevelopmentMetcalfe’s Food CompanyStuart Storey Commercial DirectorMizkan EuropeBruce Langlands Director of FoodsHarrodsRetailerGail Paddy, Product Development DirectorASDARetailerDebbie Robinson Managing DirectorSPAR UKRetailerMark Felix, Head of Grocery OnlineSainsbury’sRetailerJoanne Lunn NutritionistWaitroseRetailerBen O’Brien Managing DirectorSourced MarketRetailerAdam Mehegan Shopper Marketing ControllerDairy CrestMonetise Changing Consumer & Shopper Behaviours ToExploit Key Trends & Innovate<our )ood & 'rinN 3roduFt 2ƨeringTurning Innovation Into 3roƩt & Boosting Sales :ith +ard+itting InStore & 2nline CommuniFation StrategiesTeam Discounts! 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Examples for the food and drink sector include differentsolutions for single-serve beverage systems and the choice of barriertechnologies to deliver extended ambient shelf life for food products. JACOB product catalogue isperfectionWith 210 pages, thenew 2014 JACOBcatalogue is theultimate referencemanual for modularpipework systems. Itis also available inPDF format.JACOBmanufacture thin-walled modularpipework systems, components, valves and now offers flanged pipework indiameters up to 1600mm. New for 2014* 3mm Hot-Dip galvanised products now in the standard range* Pipe lengths of up to 12 metres* Abrasion resistant pipes and componentsWith 21 standard diameters from 60mm to 800mm in hot-dip galvanisedor stainless steel and now in the latest powder coated finishes, JACOB canadvise on all types of pipework installation. JACOB Quick Connect is the modern solution for custom designed andbuilt modular pipework with easily connected bends, segments and pipesections, manufactured in 1mm, 2mm or 3mm thicknesses, all with pressuretight connections. Each component has a machine-lipped end which, whenfitted with a specially designed “U” shaped gasket and Quick-Connect pull-ring, creates a 3-bar overpressure certified connection.Food & Drink International 9www.fdiforum.netJOIN US FOR THE UK’S BIGGEST FREE TO ATTEND ANAEROBIC DIGESTION AND BIOGAS TRADE SHOWWhat’s on offer?· Over 3,500 visitors · Over 270 exhibitors· Free two day conference sponsored by and seminars sponsored by · Biomethane vehicle area and R&D hub· The third UK AD & Biogas Industry Awards· And much more...Find out more and register at www.adbiogas.co.uk Supporting sponsors:08-09:Layout 1 17/4/14 10:40 Page 2Next >