SUSTAINABILITY & TRANSPARENCY
Amid growing demand for ethically sourced, environmentally sound products, companies are under pressure to show their sustainability credentials. But transparency isn’t just about marketing — it’s about leveraging digital tools like ERP systems and blockchain for real-time data visibility and traceability. In this feature, we explore how digital tech can assist the F&B industry to eliminate waste and cut costs.
CLEAN ROOM
Food safety is non-negotiable — and as South African food & beverage processors scale up, meeting hygiene standards is more critical than ever. Cleanroom tech, antimicrobial coatings, and air handling systems that balance cost & compliance are now essentials, not luxuries. In this feature we’ll cover the latest in cleanroom tech solutions that assist manufacturers to adapt to stringent standards.
CONVEYING SYSTEMS
Smarter conveying is the backbone of efficient F&B production. In South Africa’s fast-paced F&B sector, bottlenecks in conveying can kill productivity. But automation, IoT monitoring, and flexible conveying systems are unlocking new efficiencies — and helping local processors stay competitive. We’ll dive into: How conveying upgrades can reduce downtime and energy waste, and why modular conveying systems are essential for growth and product flexibility.
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FOOD SAFETY
We are passionate about ensuring a food safe future for everyone involved in the food, beverage and packaging supply chain. Each month, we will be looking at the latest news, trends, regulations and equipment that impact your operation. If you want to highlight your business, products and services, don’t miss out!s and concepts that will drive growth for your brand.
PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
We bring you a brief round-up of the latest processing technology launches that will impact the future of the food and beverage processing industry. Whether you are a large, small or niche processor or technology partner, it is vital to keep your finger on the pulse of this dynamic industry. Share your new products, news and insights.
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TOPS & CLOSURES
Consumers demand convenience and product safety — and closures play a huge role in both. Today F&B brands are exploring new capping systems and tamper-proof closures to boost shelf life and consumer trust to protect and promote your valuable products.
We’ll discuss how closures and capping tech are evolving for new beverage categories (juices, functional drinks), lightweight and recyclable closure options for sustainability goals..
SACHETS, BAGS & POUCHES
When it comes to packaging South
African consumers want convenience coupled to flexibility and sachets and pouches can deliver. But sustainability, speed-to-market, and quality are huge challenges for producers. This feature will cover the growth of portion packs in South Africa’s informal retail, look at how advanced pouch filling systems are cutting waste and improving safet, and unpank flexible packaging materials that are both cost-effective and eco-friendly.
