Industrial plants use intelligent, high-performance machines to fill sausage meat into casings and form hamburger patties. These machines combine portioning accuracy and speed with the sensitivity required by the raw materials involved. mehr
Fresh beef cut into thin roulades, blocks of frozen meat processed to ground round, vegetables and fruit finely shredded – industrial cutters must process many types of raw materials. Precision and high speeds are your ace in the hole here. mehr
The Corona crisis proved that for meat processing companies, compliance with the strict EU hygiene regulations must be the highest standard. To ensure “Food Safety”, companies have a duty to official inspectors and customers – by maintaining perfect cleaning, disinfection, and pest control. mehr
Large production volumes require equipment with the appropriate capacity and performance. Industrial meat production companies use cutting mixers – sometimes with bowl volumes of over 1,000 l – for huge batches of emulsion used for sausages ranging from scalded to cooked. Many of these modern cutters integrate touch controls, vacuum, and cooking functions. mehr
Grinders and mixers play an important role in meat production: They must handle sensitive raw materials gently – while always maintaining flexibility. After all, connecting or integrating work steps such as separating, tumbling, filling, or portioning saves time and personnel. mehr
From the production of raw materials to delivery to end customers, strict hygiene is mandatory, especially in the meat industry – not only during the COVID 19 pandemic. The food industry is required by law to ensure hygienic working conditions throughout all stages of production and distribution. mehr
Even microorganisms can be “good” and “bad”. While unhygienic bacteria are taboo in the meat production environment, others like starter, ripening, mold and protective cultures support elements like texture, color retention, stability, sausage shelf life, and flavor enhancement. mehr
Packaging meat and sausage products is a complex field. All materials used must meet the highest standards of shelf life and hygiene, as well as fulfill labeling and environmental specifications. Professional machine technology helps – from filling to sealing and capping. mehr
Whether it’s filling quantity, form, or price label, or the company’s logo or barcode, anyone offering pre-packaged goods or canned goods must label them with comprehensive information. Labels and printers are thus mandatory in butcher shops. High-tech features, however, often provide a bonus. mehr
In times of pandemic, hygiene is a top packaging priority. In view of climate change, however, sustainable materials and recyclability are also increasingly important, in addition to the protective functions they provide consumers and manufacturers. Freshness films, special papers or to-go packs in the meat and sausage sector are becoming “eco-friendlier”. mehr
The Anuga FoodTec will be held on April 26-29, 2022 as a compact attendance trade show accompanied by a digital platform. The organizers continue to rely on their proven concept as the international fair for the food industry, one which displays all food processing steps. mehr
The central focus of the IFFA 2022, the world’s leading trade fair for the meat industry, will be information about and innovations in the important topics automation, digitalization, food safety, sustainability and food trends. The industry will meet in Frankfurt from May 14 to 19, 2022 – naturally under pandemic conditions. mehr
For industrial production of cooked ham, Handtmann offers various modern manufacturing processes based on vacuum and high-vacuum filling technology, all the way up to complete line solutions. This Handtmann Line Solution (HLS) covers the entire fully automated process, from mixing in product preparation to direct metering into molds, trays, or thermoformed packs. mehr
Modern smoking systems, air conditioners and combi steamers are fixtures in meat processing plants thanks to their enormous range of functions and products. The right airflow and high-tech often make it possible to dry, roast, scald, cook, bake, or boil in the same unit – in addition to traditional smoking. mehr
From allergens to filling quantity to sales description – anyone offering pre-packaged goods or canned food must label them with comprehensive information. Labels and printers are therefore a must in the butcher’s store, but they also open up many opportunities to impress customers with their high-tech features. mehr
“Vegetarian” has always existed. Until now, this trend has appeared in waves and ebbed away again. Now, this trend has established itself as a conventional form of nutrition. mehr
Meat and sausage products produced on an industrial scale often have long transport routes to the consumer. Its packaging must therefore meet the highest durability and hygiene standards. Professional machine technology helps at all points – from filling and stabilization to sealing and closure. mehr
The Landmetzgerei Fauser und Gölz in the Swabian town of Zell under Aichelberg is a small-scale family business with a long tradition. Benny and Sabrina Gölz are the fourth generation of the family to manage the company – founded in 1938 – with love and passion. They’re right on course for expansion. mehr
Bowl cutters are part of a butcher’s basic equipment. They ensure good emulsions and great sausage quality. But modern cutters for smaller producers have long been able to do more than just cut and mix. With their optimized hygienic construction design, they are easily comparable to high-tech industrial equipment. mehr
In times of corona, Danish consumers also feel an increased need for safety. This topic is also especially important to them when they buy and consume food, as a current study shows. They are also willing to change their behavior to protect the climate and the environment. mehr
The demands on packaging machines and materials used for meats and other foods are constantly increasing. Above all, solutions must meat market requirements. But the desire for environmentally and climate-friendly solutions is likewise increasing. The latter are demanded by legislators, commerce, and last but not least, consumers. mehr
An increasingly important topic in the meat industry is the strict EU packaging hygiene regulations. These go along with the high demands by customers for easy processing and long product shelf lives. Ideally, modern packaging solutions also facilitate legally compliant product labeling. mehr