AUDITING & HYGIENE
Audits used to be annual events, but today they are an everyday reality. Hygiene is under the microscope as
global retailers raise the bar, while water scarcity in South Africa forces smarter, more sustainable cleaning regimes. From rapid ATP swabs and allergen tests to automated CIP systems and photo-verified digital checklists, the modern food plant is making “audit-ready, every shift” its mantra. The winners? Those who can clean faster, use less, and prove it instantly. We invite hygiene chemical suppliers, test kit makers, and auditing software providers that can facilitate faster changeovers, lower water use, and spotless audit records.
SHELF LIFE
South Africa’s supply chain is tough on perishables — from power cuts to long-haul rural routes — and brands can’t afford shrinkage. The race is on to keep products fresher for longer while still ticking the sustainability box. Think oxygen scavengers, smart sensors, antimicrobial films, and clean-label reformulations that extend life without compromising taste or integrity. Add in MAP and HPP, and suddenly “best before” is becoming “best future.” We are looking for news and stories that embody the spirit of freshness whether new packaging innovations, coding and marking tech or cold chain partners that show how to get the most of your products
SOFTWARE & CYBERSECURITY
Digitisation is fast becoming the backbone of the food and beverage industry, but with that comes risk. While MES, ERP and plant-floor automation are transforming efficiency, it only takes one ransomware attack to bring the line to a halt. The new battleground is cybersecurity that protects both recipes and reputations. From AI-powered anomaly detection to secure OT gateways and POPIA-compliant record-keeping, companies that secure their data are also securing their future.
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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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INSTRUMENTATION
If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it. South Africa’s plants are learning that in real time, with instrumentation becoming the secret weapon against waste, energy loss and missed specs. Inline NIR for protein, hyperspectral for colour, flowmeters that never drift, and sensors that call for maintenance before breakdowns — this is where precision meets profit. In an era of tight margins and export-driven quality, instrumentation is not a cost centre but a growth driver. In this feature we highlight the latest in sensors, calibration, and data analytics that can demonstrate how real-time insight delivers instant ROI.
AI IN PACKAGING
Artificial Intelligence is no longer science fiction — it’s already on the packaging line. Vision systems can now catch defects the human eye misses, while algorithms design lighter packs, predict demand, and optimise pallet loads. In a market under pressure from EPR targets, rising costs and counterfeit threats, AI is proving it can deliver leaner, smarter, safer packaging. For converters and brand owners, the payoff is clear: less waste, more speed, better margins. If you are passionate about the possibilities of AI to transform food and beverage packaging, share your news with us.
