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ABB targets harsh food processing environments with new ACS580 drives
Industrial technology company ABB has expanded its ACS580 drive range with new IP66 and UL Type 4X-rated variants designed for use in demanding food, beverage and agricultural environments.
Momo Kombucha invests in custom fermentation technology and new brewery to support growth
Momo Kombucha is significantly expanding its production capabilities with the introduction of custom-designed fermentation vessels and a move to a new purpose-built brewery.
LDC to build new sunflower and soy processing plant in Argentina
Louis Dreyfus Company is investing in the construction of a new plant to process sunflower seeds and soybeans at the site of its existing facility in Bahía Blanca, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina.
Crisp Power invests $15m in Texas manufacturing facility to support US growth
Crisp Power Protein Pretzels has invested $15 million in a new production facility in Stafford, Texas, marking a significant expansion of its US operations as the high-protein snack brand seeks to meet growing consumer and retailer demand.
Hangyo Ice Cream opens 100,000 litre-per-day manufacturing facility in Tirupati, India
Hangyo Ice Creams has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion strategy.
SunOpta invests $25m in fruit snack production at Washington, US, facility
SunOpta has announced the opening of a newly expanded production line for ‘better-for-you’ fruit snacks at its facility in Omak, Washington, US.
Munson introduces sanitary paddle blender with dual intensifiers for challenging food applications
Munson Machinery has introduced a new sanitary paddle blender designed to blend, de-agglomerate and disperse a wide range of food ingredients.
Lamb Weston plans closure of Netherlands production facility as part of supply chain optimisation strategy
Frozen potato products manufacturer Lamb Weston has announced plans to close its production facility in Broekhuizenvorst, the Netherlands.
Sidel masters packaging and line complexity at Interpack 2026
At Interpack 2026, Sidel showcased its latest innovations, from complete lines to high-efficiency equipment, designed to master growing packaging and production complexity.
Sun Bear Biofuture completes first production run at £25k pilot plant
Sustainable fats and oils start-up Sun Bear Biofuture has completed its first successful production run at less than 10% of the industry’s average set-up cost, utilising its new £25,000 automated pilot facility.
OFI forms JV with WNC to expand savoury solution development in the Philippines
Olam Food Ingredients (OFI) has formed a joint venture with WNC Capital Holdings to expand the production of savoury food solutions in the Philippines.
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