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i2r invests in advanced vision technology to further strengthen quality standards

Leading aluminium tray producer, i2r Packaging Solutions, has demonstrated its commitment to product quality and continuous improvement with a significant investment in advanced vision inspection technology across its aluminium tray manufacturing operations.

By Joanne 4 min read 08 May 2026

June tastes better at Lana Lusa, Uptown Dubai

This summer, Lana Lusa invites you into a season of beautifully crafted experiences, where every evening unfolds at its own pace.

Joanne 4 min read 23 Jun 2026

Machine Safety Interlocks for Food Manufacturing: A Buyer's Guide

Choosing the right safety interlocks and guarding for a food production line means balancing two things that do not always sit comfortably together: keeping people safe around moving machinery, and keeping the equipment itself easy to clean to a high hygiene standard. Get the balance wrong and you either compromise safety or end up with switches and guards that trap residue and become a contamination risk in their own right. This guide sets out the main considerations, the relevant standards, and the questions worth asking before you specify or replace safety equipment on a line.

4 min read 22 Jun 2026

ULMA Packaging UK targets Irish growth with FoodTech debut

Leading packaging machinery manufacturer, ULMA Packaging UK, will make its first appearance at FoodTech: Food & Beverage Conference & Exhibition in Ireland on 25 June, as the company continues to expand its presence within the Irish food manufacturing sector. Held at the Johnstown Estate, Enfield, Co. Meath, FoodTech brings together food and beverage manufacturers, processors and suppliers from across the industry, providing a valuable platform for networking, innovation and knowledge sharing.

Joanne 4 min read 22 Jun 2026

Loma Systems® to Present Advanced Inspection Solutions at Interpack 2026

LOMA Systems will return to Interpack 2026, 7-13 May, to demonstrate its position as a global leader in inspection technologies, showcasing an extensive portfolio of metal detection, X-ray inspection, checkweighing and combination systems designed to support manufacturers across the food, bakery and pharmaceutical sectors. The company will exhibit in Hall 11, Stand F73.

Joanne 4 min read 21 Apr 2026

Akona launches UK production of Cablevey systems

Material processing and handling solutions specialist, Akona Process Solutions, is now building Cablevey conveying systems in the UK, delivering faster lead times, lower costs and a smarter solution for European manufacturers.

Joanne 4 min read 10 Jul 2025

Cablevey® launches retrofit innovations to minimise product loss and downtime

Cablevey Conveyors, a global leader in tubular drag conveying systems, has announced the launch of two customer-driven retrofit solutions designed to reduce product loss and improve operational efficiency - CleanDrop™ and CleanTray™. The innovations mark Cablevey's first significant product introductions since becoming part of Akona Process Solutions, the newly unified material handling group that includes Cablevey, Kason, Marion and Spiroflow.

Joanne 4 min read 07 Jul 2025

Rethinking Water Management in the Food & Beverage Industry: The Case for Integrated Expertise

Water plays a central role in every aspect of food and beverage manufacturing — from raw material processing to equipment cleaning, from heating and cooling to final product formulation. But once used, this essential resource becomes a complex challenge: managing high-strength wastewater, meeting strict discharge regulations, and ensuring efficient water reuse — all under growing environmental and economic pressures.

Joanne 1 min read 03 Jul 2025

Solving Effluent Water Treatment Challenges in the Food Industry with DAF

Effluent water treatment is a critical concern in the food industry, where high volumes of wastewater are generated daily. This wastewater often contains organic matter, fats, oils, and grease (FOG), which can be challenging to treat effectively. Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) technology offers a robust solution to these challenges, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and maintaining operational efficiency.

Joanne 3 min read 04 Jun 2025

Kason launches Precision-Flo for Simplified Weight Adjustment on Vibroscreen® Screeners

New design simplifies eccentric weight adjustment for circular vibrating screeners

Joanne 4 min read 02 Jun 2025

What’s the Difference: Shell Type Steam Boilers v Steam Generators (Coil Boilers)

With the two types often being confused, Carl Knight, managing director of heat transfer specialist Fulton Limited, discusses the differences between shell type fired steam boilers and steam generators.

4 min read 06 Nov 2024

Automated Handling Solutions and Advanced Material Processing to showcase innovative material handling and processing solutions at SNACKEX

Automated Handling Solutions (AHS), the leading provider of automation solutions and specialised material handling equipment comprising Spiroflow and Cablevey Conveyors, will join Advanced Material Processing (AMP), comprising Kason Corporation and Marion Process Solutions, to showcase their material processing equipment and solutions on stand #534 at SNACKEX trade fair, on 19 – 20 June at Stockholmsmassan in Stockholm, Sweden.

Gina 3 min read 04 Jun 2024

New Coperion MEGAtex R90 Cooling Die Allows Flexible Adjustments to Meat Substitute Texture at High Throughputs

Coperion expands MEGAtex cooling die series for High Moisture Meat Analogues

Stuart 3 min read 21 Mar 2024

Kason launches KR3020-SS High-capacity Batch Sifter

A compact, high-efficiency innovation in industrial sifting

Gina 1 min read 11 Mar 2024

Automation UK is shaping up to be a fantastic event with strong exhibitor bookings

The two-day Automation UK show will return to the CBS Arena in Coventry on 18-19 June. This event provides an unparalleled opportunity for businesses to exhibit their cutting-edge automation and robotics solutions. With the attraction of a vast number of visitors and buyers expected to fill the hall, it’s understandable that the response to the exhibitor space offering has been fantastic.

Stuart 3 min read 14 Feb 2024

Exclusive used machinery auction of gastro equipment from renowned delicatessen manufacturer Nuova Jolli S.r.l.

Nuova Jolli S.r.l., a renowned Italian manufacturer of delicatessen meals, has now closed and is offering its high-quality gastronomy equipment for auction. The various gastronomy machines can be bid on at Surplex.com until 22/01/2024.

Kim 4 min read 15 Jan 2024

Blending a benefit for a boutique tea manufacturer

Jr Boone Ltd have supplied a versatile production line, featuring a Boone Rotary Drum Blender, to UK-based prestige tea and coffee manufacturer Ringtons, allowing them to make substantial improvements to the efficiency and capacity of their black flavoured tea production process.

Gina 1 min read 22 Nov 2023

Metal detection is an inspection delight for rapid growth food brand

HazerBaba, a Turkey-based food and beverage company, has strengthened its commitment to ensuring food safety and quality with its investment in a Loma Systems’ IQ3 Metal Detector Conveyor.

Stuart 2 min read 17 Oct 2023

RMGroup showcasing latest in collaborative robots & automated packaging systems at PPMA 2023

Leading robotics and automation company, RMGroup, will be exhibiting on stand F10 at this year’s PPMA show, held at the NEC, Birmingham on 26-28 Sep.

Gina 4 min read 15 Sep 2023

Delphis Eco announces partnership with foodservice specialist FusionFSM

Delphis Eco, has announced a collaborative partnership with FusionFSM, a specialist provider of sales support and insights for the UK foodservice sector.

Stuart 2 min read 04 Sep 2023

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i2r invests in advanced vision technology to further strengthen quality standards

June tastes better at Lana Lusa, Uptown Dubai

Machine Safety Interlocks for Food Manufacturing: A Buyer's Guide

ULMA Packaging UK targets Irish growth with FoodTech debut

Loma Systems® to Present Advanced Inspection Solutions at Interpack 2026

Akona launches UK production of Cablevey systems

Cablevey® launches retrofit innovations to minimise product loss and downtime

Rethinking Water Management in the Food & Beverage Industry: The Case for Integrated Expertise

Solving Effluent Water Treatment Challenges in the Food Industry with DAF

Kason launches Precision-Flo for Simplified Weight Adjustment on Vibroscreen® Screeners

What’s the Difference: Shell Type Steam Boilers v Steam Generators (Coil Boilers)

Automated Handling Solutions and Advanced Material Processing to showcase innovative material handling and processing solutions at SNACKEX

New Coperion MEGAtex R90 Cooling Die Allows Flexible Adjustments to Meat Substitute Texture at High Throughputs

Kason launches KR3020-SS High-capacity Batch Sifter

Automation UK is shaping up to be a fantastic event with strong exhibitor bookings

Exclusive used machinery auction of gastro equipment from renowned delicatessen manufacturer Nuova Jolli S.r.l.

Blending a benefit for a boutique tea manufacturer

Metal detection is an inspection delight for rapid growth food brand

RMGroup showcasing latest in collaborative robots & automated packaging systems at PPMA 2023

Delphis Eco announces partnership with foodservice specialist FusionFSM

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Machinery & Automation

i2r invests in advanced vision technology to further strengthen quality standards

June tastes better at Lana Lusa, Uptown Dubai

Machine Safety Interlocks for Food Manufacturing: A Buyer's Guide

ULMA Packaging UK targets Irish growth with FoodTech debut

Loma Systems® to Present Advanced Inspection Solutions at Interpack 2026

Akona launches UK production of Cablevey systems

Cablevey® launches retrofit innovations to minimise product loss and downtime

Rethinking Water Management in the Food & Beverage Industry: The Case for Integrated Expertise

Solving Effluent Water Treatment Challenges in the Food Industry with DAF

Kason launches Precision-Flo for Simplified Weight Adjustment on Vibroscreen® Screeners

What’s the Difference: Shell Type Steam Boilers v Steam Generators (Coil Boilers)

Automated Handling Solutions and Advanced Material Processing to showcase innovative material handling and processing solutions at SNACKEX

New Coperion MEGAtex R90 Cooling Die Allows Flexible Adjustments to Meat Substitute Texture at High Throughputs

Kason launches KR3020-SS High-capacity Batch Sifter

Automation UK is shaping up to be a fantastic event with strong exhibitor bookings

Exclusive used machinery auction of gastro equipment from renowned delicatessen manufacturer Nuova Jolli S.r.l.

Blending a benefit for a boutique tea manufacturer

Metal detection is an inspection delight for rapid growth food brand

RMGroup showcasing latest in collaborative robots & automated packaging systems at PPMA 2023

Delphis Eco announces partnership with foodservice specialist FusionFSM

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