Baker Perkins has introduced a new starch-free depositor for gummies and jellies. With outputs up to 1,000 kg/h, the ServoForm Flexi provides a hygienic and flexible alternative to many starch moguls applications, particularly in the rapidly growing functional, nutraceutical and healthcare markets. The system meets the needs of manufacturers looking for the hygiene and simplicity of starch-free depositing but with the longer setting times and versatility of moguls. Products using gelatin, pectin, carrageenan or blends as the gelling agent can all be handled. According to the manufacturer, depositing is at final solids, so although the products need time to set before being demoulded no drying is required. Setting time varies according to composition. It ranges from a few minutes for some pectin recipes up to a maximum of 4 h for gelatin. This significantly reduces the time, energy and space required for post-depositing operations.