INTERNATIONALFood&DrinkFood&Drinkwww.fdiforum.netSEPTEMBER 2015£3.50 STERLINGPROCESSING ANDPACKAGINGSLICING, DICING ANDCUTTINGJoin us at the PPMA Show Stand J56, NEC, Birmingham, 29th September - 1st OctoberJoin us at the PPMA Show Stand J56, NEC, Birmingham, 29th September - 1st OctoberPPMA SHOWThe totalpackageThe totalpackage01_Layout 1 24/08/2015 09:09 Page 1Cross+MorseforallyourPowerTransmissionSolutionsZŽůůĞƌŚĂŝŶͲ'ĞĂƌƐΘ^ƉƌŽĐŬĞƚƐͲdŝŵŝŶŐĞůƚƌŝǀĞƐ^ŚĂĨƚůĂŵƉŝŶŐůĞŵĞŶƚƐͲ/ŶǀĞƌƚĞĚdŽŽƚŚŚĂŝŶͲ/ŶǀĞƌƚĞĚdŽŽƚŚ^ƉƌŽĐŬĞƚƐ^ĞĂůŵĂƐƚĞƌĞĂƌŝŶŐƐͲ^ŚĂĨƚŽƵƉůŝŶŐƐͲ&ƌĞĞǁŚĞĞůůƵƚĐŚĞƐdŽƌƋƵĞ>ŝŵŝƚĞƌƐͲKǀĞƌůŽĂĚůƵƚĐŚĞƐͲ^ŚĞĂƌŐĂƌĚůƵƚĐŚĞƐĂŶĚŽƵƉůŝŶŐƐŶŐŝŶĞĞƌŝŶŐWƌŽĚƵĐƚƐͲDĂĚĞƚŽKƌĚĞƌƚŽƐƵŝƚLJŽƵƌZĞƋƵŝƌĞŵĞŶƚƐShadyLane,GreatBarr,Birmingham,WestMidlands.B449EUTel+441213600155Fax+441213251079VDOHV#FURVVPRUVHFRPZZZFURVVPRUVHFRP02_Layout 1 24/08/2015 09:30 Page 1ContentsSeptember 2015This magazine is now fully recyclable. 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FoodandDrinkInternational@fdiforumwww.fdiforum.netcompany/fdiforumNews 5• General news • On line - production news• On the shelf - new products and initiatives • AppointmentsDS Smith, UK Packaging Division 6Gareth Jenkins, Managing Director for DS Smith’sUK Packaging Division, explains why 2015 is aseminal year for the businessImport and export 14Commitments to automation, recycling andlogistics ensure Germany remains one of theindustry’s most important locationsPPE17 Workers calling for more comfortable personalprotective equipment has led to the rise of a newwave of PPE Software and hardware18Computers have cut down on much of the workwe do in life, and this is no different in the foodand drink industry • LakeviewAmbient foods 22Innovation and necessity have driven ambientfoods to new heights, and with the ambient foodmarket forecast to grow, we take a look at what allthe fuss is aboutFacilities management 24Facilities management is more than just ensuringthe continual running of a processing line – it isensuring the continual running of the workforce aswell• Resin Surfaces LimitedSlicing, dicing and cutting26Robotics and ultrasonics are providing the slicing,dicing and cutting industry with opportunities toincrease hygiene, efficiency and profit • Western Mechnical HandlingProcessing and packaging29Technological innovations in the processing andpackaging industry have pushed food and drinkmanufacturers to new heights, and yet someEditor:Steve Fisher (s.fisher@blmgroup.co.uk)Editor’s PA:Angela Sharman(a.sharman@blmgroup.co.uk)Journalists:Michael Fisher (m.fisher@blmgroup.co.uk) Stuart Pearcey (s.pearcey@blmgroup.co.uk)Dominic Cuthbert (d.cuthbert@blmgroup.co.ukSales Director:Teri Cooper (t.cooper@blmgroup.co.uk)Assistant Sales Manager:Sam Trott (s.trott@blmgroup.co.uk)Sales:Nikki Logan (n.logan@blmgroup.co.uk)Vicky Hunt (v.hunt@blmgroup.co.uk)Tel: +44 (0) 1472 310302Accounts & Subscriptions:John Downes (j.downes@blmgroup.co.uk)Design & Production:Gary Jorgensen, Mark Casson(studio@blmgroup.co.uk)Editorial:Tel: +44 (0) 1472 310305, Email:fdi@blmgroup.co.ukPart of the Business Link Magazine Group:Armstrong House, Armstrong Street,Grimsby, N E Lincs DN31 2QE EnglandAll rights reserved. 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The viewsexpressed in this publication are not necessarily theviews of those held by the publisher.COVER PHOTOGRAPHSCOURTESY OFMain:shutterstock.com/Africa StudioTop: shutterstock.com/06PHOTOMiddle: shutterstock.com/Jordi Prat PuigBottom: Riggs Autopackstill remain trapped in the past• LINPAC Packaging • DataLase • ParksidePPMA35Taking place on the 29th September – 1st October,the PPMA Show 2015 is returning to the NECBirmingham once moreLaboratory showcase46Labelexpo47Labelexpo Europe, which takes place 29thSeptember – 2nd October, will host several newfeature areas that are dedicated to packageprinting, as well as two educational master classes Sensors & Instrumentation50Taking place from the 30th September – 1stOctober, at the NEC Birmingham, Sensors &Instrumentation celebrates its sixth yearThe Energy Event51Taking place at the NEC Birmingham on the 15th–16th September, the Energy Event is the first post-election industry event for this audiencelunch!52Some of the biggest names in food-to-go are nowconfirmed to speak at this year’s lunch! show,which returns to the Business Design Centre inLondon next month on 24th – 25th September Events54Your chance to keep abreast of forthcomingexhibitions and food fairs from around the worldClassified 56Food & Drink Diary 5803_Layout 1 24/08/2015 09:31 Page 1Join world-leading figures from across government, industry,science and health alongside renowned commentators and chefsin a series of thought provoking talks and debates.In addition, meet over 400 exhibitors at the Food Matters Liveexhibition -each part of the drive to improve the nutritionalimpact of food and drink. It's all free to attend by registering atwww.foodmatterslive.comfood matterslive...Join the conversation:@foodmatterslivewww.foodmatterslive.com/linkedinwww.foodmatterslive.com/facebook The Public Health ResponsibilityDeal Food Networkat The Department of HealthLead supporters:The future of food, health and nutrition.Is it a question of balance?Tuesday 17th - Thursday 19th November 2015London, ExCeL04_Layout 1 24/08/2015 09:31 Page 1Passion for HiTecLabel PaperGermany-based Mitsubishi HiTec Paperdevelops coated speciality papers - inkjet,direct thermal, cast coated papers - forvarious label applications and printingtechnologies with passion. Current trends in the paper and printingindustry, such as lightweight face paper, can be found across the company’s wide product range,along with products for digital and traditional printing. Among others, Mitsubishi will be exhibiting: thermoscript L 6551 (65g) and LF 6067 (67g) –lightweight thermal papers as face paper for self-adhesive labels; thermoscript I 70 (73g) –lightweight thermal paper as face paper for individualized short-run labels, certified and approvedby HP Indigo, and jetscript MH 7084 (70g) – universal matt coated premium inkjet paper as facepaper for demanding self-adhesive labels and small diameter products.Whether self-adhesive labels with a liner, linerless labels or wet-glue labels; traditional, digital or hybrid printing processes, Mitsubishi HiTec Paper has thesolution. Food & Drink International 5www.fdiforum.netGlassGuard launch dedicated lighting solutionspublication for the foodindustryGlassGuard has launched its first ever dedicatedlighting solutions publication for the food industry.The publication outlines the comprehensive lightingspecification service that the company offers tofood manufacturing sites and associated industries.It also showcases its brand new products for 2015,including a range of innovative LED products.For The Food Industry – Safer Lighting Solutionsexplains how the GlassGuard specification process works, what it delivers to the end user, includingthe assurance of food safety and protection against glass contamination, and the delivery of energyand maintenance-cost savings as well as payback results.Chris Payne, Managing Director, commented: “We are delighted to be launching our first everdedicated lighting solutions publication for the food industry. The publication shows that we arecommitted to working closely with all major stakeholders involved in the farm to fork process toensure that safer energy efficient lighting is applied in all areas of the food supply chain in order toguarantee food safety.”Improved data management forbetter food safety compliance Learn more about the advantagessoftware management programmes canoffer food manufacturers for maintaininghigher quality standards, whilstmanaging large amounts of productiondata.Mettler Toledo’s downloadablebrochure - ProdX - Data ManagementSoftware - enables readers to discover amore streamlined, accessible andefficient method of managing theirproduct inspection programme.Briefly outlined is how ProdX datamanagement software can helpmanufacturers to meet local weights andmeasures legislation. This helps tosupport compliance to international foodsafety standards including GFSI, BRC and IFS.Also explained are the reports and real-time diagnostics which areproduced to help improve process efficiency by eliminating data gatheringproduction line patrols. By learning more about how improved data management can maximiseproductivity, manufacturers can reduce wastage and maintain product quality.Bagger design lifts accuracy andspeed forchangeoverA range of bagging machinesthat provide faster and moreaccurate changeover through aradically new film handling systemis being launched at this year’sPPMA Show by the Italianmanufacturer PFM PackagingMachinery.“The new MBP R seriesmachines represent a milestone inbagger operation,” says PFM salesand operations director Chris Bolton. “By automating film reel set-up, oneof the most difficult and time-consuming tasks for operators has beeneliminated.”“It cuts changeover time substantially and virtually eliminates film oftenwasted as operators get film edges into alignment, particularly important forstand-up four-side-seal bags which are becoming increasingly popular.”Exhibits from PFM’s established range of machinery include the Sciroccohigh speed flow-wrapper, Pearl entry-level flow-wrapper and the XC1combination bagging/weighing machine. There is also the latest version ofthe multi-format Vetta bagging machine.Wenglor’s new coloursensor for multispectralcolour measurement The new P1XF001 6-Channel Multispectral Sensorwith fiber-optic cable from wenglor sensoric is theideal precision tool for colour detection. Thanks toprecision spectral measurement in thecomprehensive ROYGBV (red, orange, yellow, green,blue, violet) colour space, the finest of colournuances in all visible light ranges can be reliabledetected, differentiated and transmitted via Industry4.0 compatible interfaces. The latest generation of sensors covers theROYGBV colour space which is broken down into sixranges and, in combination with twelve switchingoutputs, and permits simultaneous differentiation of upto twelve colours. Beyond this, the sensor offersseparate adjustment of the colour tolerance ranges forany desired colour value, saturation and brightness. Together with Wenglor’s fibre optic cables, thesensor is predestined for use in difficult to accessplaces and in areas exposed to temperaturesranging from -20 to +205 degrees Celsius. Web: www.wenglor.com05_Layout 1 24/08/2015 09:32 Page 1Don’t rely on luckKeeping your fingers crossed just won’t cut it. We focus on your business needs to help you increase sales, reduce costs and manage risk.It takes a Packaging Strategist to deliver results.Find out how we can help deliver results atwww.packagingstrategists.co.uk0845 260 70 8006-07_Layout 1 24/08/2015 09:32 Page 1Food & Drink International 7DS SMITHAt DS Smith we know success takesmore than just luck and that’s why 2015 isthe year of ‘innovation delivered’ at DSSmith.Across the UK packaging division in2015 we are rolling out a series of industryfirsts, new services and products, andeven higher quality control processes aswe support our customers operating infiercely competitive markets.Some of these developments have beenyears in the making; some are the resultof unprecedented levels of investment inour business. Here, we discuss three ofthese developments.Firstly, our bespoke HP T400 SimplexColor Inkjet Web Press – developed incollaboration with HP – arrived in March.The narrow-width press precedes thedelivery of a wide-web machine which willsupport the high-volume, fast-movingconsumer goods market.This investment will enable us todeliver products to market faster,customise batches to support brand andmarketing initiatives, deliver short andlong print runs, and ensure consistentprint quality.For many years, the retail andmanufacturing industries have been tryingto combat the problem of poor on-shelfavailability, which brings me on to oursecond development. In June this year, welaunched an innovative new packagingsystem that addresses this problem bycontinually pushing products to the frontof the shelf, which avoids the need for on-shelf apparatus and manual ‘facing up’processes. After three years of testing anddevelopment, this SalesFront packincorporates a specially engineered bandinto a retail-ready corrugated pack, whichsmoothly moves the contents forward aseach item is sold. Not just a pack design, SalesFront is apackaging system and we have developeda range of equipment to assist theassembly and filling process. When thepack is erected, the band is stretched andthe product is loaded on the customer’sspecially adapted packing lines. Thirdly, we have made a significantinvestment in our Sheetfeeding businessthis year with a new state-of-the-artcorrugator and materials handlingtechnology now installed at our Blunhamsite, following a complete refurbishmentof the premises.The new machinery will deliver moreconsistent quality at the shortest of leadtimes. In addition, it will deliver a greaterrange of board grades to the benefit of ourcustomers and will support our UK-wideintegrated Sheet Plant network for thenext 20 years. Finally, the hard work, vision andinnovation of our teams hasbeen repeatedlyrecognised in a series ofaward wins in 2015. Atthe UK Packaging Awardswe won gold in both theonline retail andRRP/POS categories,which was fantasticrecognition. We were also delighted to beawarded ‘Supplier of the Year’from Nestle, singled out from theInnovation delivered: we don’t rely on luckGareth Jenkins, Managing Director for DS Smith’s UK PackagingDivision, explains why 2015 is a seminal year for the business.www.fdiforum.netbusinesses’ 700 UK suppliers. Other greatwins came in the form of WorldstarDesign Awards and FESPA (IndependentFederation of European Screen PrintingAssociations) Awards. In summary, we recognise ourcustomers are under more pressure thanever before to increase sales, reduce wasteand manage risk, at a time whencompetition has intensified due to theuptake and accessibility of technology andthe increasing globalisation of markets.This fierce marketplace means themodern supply chain is integral to abusiness’ strategy and ultimately itsbottom line.We know that our commitment toinnovation and best practice provides ourcustomers with a crucial competitive edgethat can mean the difference betweensuccess and failure.As early adopters of technology andnew ways of thinking, we drive changeand best practice across the globalpackaging industry every single day.We know it takes innovation to deliverresults, not lucky charms. DS Smith, UK Packaging Divisionww.dssmithpackaging.co.uk0845 260 70 80 06-07_Layout 1 24/08/2015 09:32 Page 2GO DIRECT……to the UK’s No.1 supplier of plastic pallets and boxesThe UK’s largest range Available from stock Free expert adviceInstant, competitive quotes Immediate nationwide delivery01323 744057 sales@goplasticpallets.comwww.goplasticpallets.comNEW VERSION8 Food & Drink Internationalwww.fdiforum.netNew FANUC robot promisesefficiency gains for shelf-readycase loading The new M-710iC/45M isone of four FANUC robots atthe PPMA show on StandC50, completing picking,collating, packing andpalletising tasks. The M-710iC/45M will collateshingle-fed produce packsand load them into a shelf-ready carton. The system will feature aunique tilted end effectorhandling packs of noodles.To show how packs can betaken from a horizontal to avertical shelf-ready position,the packs will shoot off theend of a conveyor into the end effector which lowers until several packs arestacked one on top of the other. The end effector then moves to a horizontal position, presenting thepacks in an upright collation for loading into a box or shelf-ready tray. Witha 45kg payload, this six-axis, IP67 certified, articulated robot can also stackpallets as high as 1.89m - all on a compact 535x550mm footprint.New mid-sized longreach FANUC M-710iC45M with uniquecollating end effectorIce debuts enhanced user-friendlywebsiteInteractiveCodingEquipment(ICE) haslaunched a newstreamlined anduser-friendlywebsite. The site, which incorporates a clean and contemporary design, givescustomers easy access to ICE’s full range of thermal transfer, inkjet andrevolutionary Print and Apply Labeller (LPA) equipment and consumables,together with details of its comprehensive after care service and technicalsupport. Combining ease-of-use with a modern, professional feel, the site ischaracterised by crisp, distinctive images. Interactive features throughoutprovide a streamlined search process, enhancing the user’s ability to navigatethrough product information, case studies and the news feed. The site also includes fully integrated live chat support and a highly-responsive web design that intuitively adapts to a range of devices. Thisimproves the user experience by providing content tailored to the specificneeds of every customer. Additionally the homepage includes a three-layered parallax scrollingimage, which shows ICE equipment within a typical production line scenario,providing a visual aid to help customers find the right coding solution fortheir particular application. 08_Layout 1 24/08/2015 09:33 Page 1AutoCoding Systems opens first overseas officein the USAutoCoding Systems are delighted toannounce the opening of their new US officesin Meridian, Idaho headed up by recentlyappointed US Director of Operations, Sam Vail.Following their introduction to the US market atthe Pack Expo exhibition in 2013, AutoCodingSystems have seen interest in their world-classcoding and packaging verification solution soar. The AutoCoding system automatically sets-up and controls all types of packaging linedevices, including coding and labelling equipment, barcode scanners, checkweighing and metaldetection equipment, outer case coders and pallet labellers, irrespective of manufacturer. USmanufacturers, particularly in the food and beverage industries, are already recognising the business benefits offered by AutoCoding Systems’ packagingline automation solutions.Mike Hughes, Managing Director, says, “This is a very exciting time for us all at AutoCoding Systems. The opening of our US office and appointment ofSam shows our commitment to developing the US market.”Food & Drink International 9www.fdiforum.netIntrepid Fox perfect fit for the GloversIntrepid Fox’s single-serve ‘wine in a glass’has proven to be a perfect fit for Yeovil TownFC, providing the club’s bars and foodoutlets with a fast-serve solution during thebusy periods pre kick-off and at half time.The ‘glasses’ enable bar staff to serve thedrinks quickly and efficiently, while providingcustomers with a more attractive, easier tocarry product. Intrepid Fox ‘glasses’, which are shaped toresemble a real wine glass, aremanufactured from shatterproof and fullyrecyclable PET, and sealed with a peelablefoil lid. The clever packing process used to fill and seal the glasses provides the product with a 12-month shelf-life.With no need for separate bottles and cups, Intrepid Fox can also significantly reduce storageand waste management costs. The ‘wine in a glass’ has been a strong seller on match days since becoming available at theground in October 2014. Intrepid Fox is available in Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc, and Rose. Hand Brush XL completes newfamily of “Seriously Better Brushes” Vikan, the world’s leading provider ofhygienic cleaning solutions, is pleased tointroduce the new Hand Brush XL,featuring Vikan’s distinctive Edge design.The 250mm Hand Brush XL joins itslarge, medium and small siblings in anow complete family of functionalhandheld scrubbing brushes for the foodand beverage industry. Designed with food industry needs inmind, the Hand Brush XL deliversimproved efficacy, productivity andergonomics. Its asymmetrical shapeprovides “2 in 1” versatility, while thesharply angled filaments improve accessto corners and crevices. Extra stifffilaments make it easier to removestubborn particles. The smooth, convexEdge design minimises surfaces where liquids can accumulate and providesimproved ergonomics. Ideal for use on cutting and preparation tables,conveyor belts, cutting boards, buckets, large bowls and meat productionequipment, the Hand Brush XL meets all applicable EU and FDA regulationsfor food contact and is available in 8 colours for hygienic colour-coding.Adande and Carpigiani consolidaterelationshipFoodservice refrigeration specialist,Adande, and ice cream equipmentmanufacturer, Carpigiani, haveconsolidated their relationship with theintroduction of a new range of self-contained soft serve ice cream andyoghurt workstations. The units provide a ready to dispensesource of soft serve and versatile icecream, with numerous culinaryapplications. The workstationsthemselves provide complete solutionsfor the storage, production, dressing andplating of cold deserts. With a compactfootprint of just 1100 mm width by 700 mm depth,the workstations are ideal for operations with limitedfloor space, suitable for restaurants, hotels, pubs, icecream parlours, leisure venues and casual dining operations. Each are available in a variety of configurations to meet desiredcapacity. The ability to set precise and accurate temperatures in theAdande® drawers has particular advantages for the dessert workstation –one drawer can be set at –14oC, for example, while another is at + 4oC. Ice ice babyExplosive growth in the frozen cocktail markethas seen The Ice Co, a leading manufacturer ofquality ice products, recently launched animpressive and vibrant new frozen cocktail productrange. The cocktails are packaged in eye catchingand user friendly curved 250ml pouches available infour flavours; Strawberry Daiquiri, Pina Colada,Mojito and Margarita all with a 5% ABV.“The team at National Flexible are extremelyknowledgeable and always keen to help. We wereunder a lot of pressure to reach tight deadlineswhen launching the product, along with having veryspecific requirements for the packaging wewanted,” says Ginny Durdy Marketing Manager.“National Flexible rose to the challenge andmanaged to source just what we wanted.”With summer upon us and the sun fastapproaching the UK is sure to be purchasing theseimpressive new pouches for BBQs and parties.Mark Thompson, National Flexibles Sales Directorsaid “The quality of the drinks and the quality of thepack presentation make them a sure fire winner.”09_Layout 1 24/08/2015 09:33 Page 1Next >