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Calicornia Almonds as a driver of innovation

In today's rapidly evolving food landscape, understanding consumer taste preferences and staying ahead of flavour trends is essential to developing innovative products. The Almond Board of California has used Tastewise, a data platform that uses artificial intelligence to analyse current trends and consumer preferences in ...

 
 

Corbion: sour hard-panned confectionery made easy

Confectioners know how challenging it can be to give their hard-panned candy the desirable, quick-releasing sourness they want without compromising product shelf life and quality, both visual and textural. Producing a smooth, dry, shelf-stable product can be an elusive goal. Corbion's advanced expertise in acidifying confectionery ...

 
 

Fismer Lecithin with numerous innovations at the start

This new product offers an optimised solution for manufacturers seeking clean, allergen-free, and high-performing ingredients. It improves the instantisation of powders, prevents clumping, and ensures uniform textures. It finds particular application in milk powders, whey proteins, and instant beverages. Additionally, LeciFis IBM 50 contributes to ...

 
 

Beneo: plant-based baked goods with protein from the field bean

Plant-based foods are increasingly in demand, also in the baked goods and snacks sector. However, as eggs are still an essential ingredient, a promising alternative is needed. And the good news is, it’s growing in local fields: the faba bean. Manufacturers of baked goods and snacks ...

 
 

Innovating in gummies with SiMoGel™ from Rousselot

Tired of the limitations of traditional starch molds? The advanced gelatin technology from Rousselot, based in Courbevoie in France, provides a clean process and boost efficiency by eliminating the need for starch molds and and boost efficiency by allowing gummies to set in under 20 ...

 
 

Large crowds at the Fi Europe in Frankfurt am Main

The more than 1,500 exhibitors are likely to acknowledge the trade fair as a success, as it was the ideal place to present innovations, exchange industry knowledge and build business relationships. It can also be categorised as successful, as a large number of visitors from ...

 
 

SternVitamin presented micronutrient premixes

A highlight at the trade fair stand was the matcha wafer, which is enriched with the premix SternPowerUp. This functional snack was developed to support mental energy and cognitive functions. The combination of pantothenic acid, other B vitamins, zinc and matcha powder promotes mental performance, ...

 
 

Eirich: the perfect mix

The expert from Hardheim for mixing and processing technology enables the realisation of new product ideas. The processes of mixing, granulating, coating, encapsulating, dispersing and kneading can be realised in just one machine. With its own technical centre, the company also provides a testing ground ...

 
 

Lothar A. Wolf presents new machines for confectionery production

Lothar A. Wolf Spezialmaschinen will be presenting its latest innovations for the confectionery industry at ProSweets 2025: In the field of coating, Wolf will be presenting the improved DRA 1600. The machine currently offers the world‘s best solution for the cost-efficient and energy-saving production of ...

 
 

ErgoPack revolutionises the packaging industry

In the packaging industry, traditional processes often require frequent bending and lifting, which can lead to long-term health problems. The Bavaria-based ErgoPack Deutschland GmbH has developed a revolutionary solution for this. Their patented chain lance allows the strap to be guided around the pallet and ...

 
 

From tomorrow: esarom presents new confectionery concepts

esarom, one of the leading producers of flavour solutions for the food industry, will unveil its latest product concepts at ProSweets, which will take place from February 2nd to February 5th at the Cologne Exhibition Center. Visitors can look forward to unique taste experiences, especially ...

 
 

Ulma Packaging with new highlight

Ulma Packaging, supplier of packaging solutions. In Cologne, Ulma Packaging will once again provide an insight into the most innovative solutions for the confectionery industry at ProSweets Cologne. Focussing on specific customer needs, Ulma Packaging will be presenting its latest developments. The details of the Ulma ...

 
 

Second edition of the Guided Tours from sweets processing

The trade magazine ‘sweets processing’ is once again offering guided tours in cooperation with Koelnmesse in 2025. The focus will be on the entire value chain. On 3 and 4 February, we will start at 12.15 pm at the Sweets Global Network stand in the ...

 
 

Three company cooperation: turn-key filled lollipop line

In Cologne, three companies will present their combined expertise in the production of filled lollipops: Hänsel Processing, Proform and GEA Aquarius. The combined expertise of these companies allows manufacturers to benefit from knowledge in their respective fields while enjoying the simplicity of a single point ...

 
 

Beam: full safety with the VacuCircle

The beam GmbH presents its new, patent-pending steam suction handle: the VacuCircle. It is an ergonomic handle unit with its own connection hose, which beam has developed especially for industries with particularly high safety and hygiene requirements such as food, catering, healthcare and transport. The ...

 
 

LoeschPack and Hastamat expertise

The LoeschPack combination line integrates two-stage fold wrapping and cartoning into a single compact platform. It stands out due to its high degree of automation, low staffing requirements, and compact footprint. In the first step, the LTM-DUO flexible fold wrapping machine packs more than 200 ...

 
 

Jowat: safe adhesive solutions

The ideal adhesive for food packaging must adhere securely to different materials, such as cardboard or plastic films, and ensure a reliable connection. At the same time, consumers expect the packaging to be easy to open. Food packaging is subject to strict limits concerning the ...

 
 

Three companies bring their technologies together

Measuring just under eight meters in length, this innovative line will be showcased by Krüger & Salecker at ProSweets Cologne. With a working width of 300 mm this compact line is perfectly tailored to meet modern market demands. “We first presented the line at an in-house trade ...

 
 

Vemag: flexible filling table

The Vemag FT722 filling table, combined with a dough portioner, enables precise, automated production of baked goods, optimising bakery efficiency in staff and material management. It supports semi-automated production of cookies, muffins, and more, with options for custom shapes like logos or lettering. The FT722 ...

 
 

Cologne will once again be the centre of the sweet world

By introducing the theme worlds, ProSweets Cologne is expanding the presentation of the entire value chain. As part of Sweet Week, ProSweets Cologne and ISM 2025 are moving even closer together. And sweets processing is getting in on the act by offering guided tours of ...