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FOOD PROCESSING

KEMIN FOOD TECHNOLOGIES – EMEA INTRODUCES

SHIELD® V PLUS DRY: BAKING INNOVATION FOR

FRESH AND MOULD-FREE DELIGHTS

Kemin Industries, a global ingredient growth rate (CAGR) of 3.3% from 2020 sorbic acid—work in synergy to slow down
manufacturer that strives to sustainably to 2027.2 The high popularity of cele- the development of moulds, ensuring prod-
transform the quality of life every day for brating various types of special occasions uct freshness over an extended period.4
80 percent of the world with its products and successes through cake cutting is ex- "We are thrilled to introduce SHIELD V
and services, has developed a unique, po- pected to remain a key driving force over Plus Dry to the bakery industry," said Car-
tassium-sorbate alternative for the bakery the next few years. Moreover, the rising oline Ecoffard, Product Platform Manager,
industry. SHIELD® V Plus Dry, a natural demand among Millennial and Generation Kemin Food Technologies – EMEA. "Our
ingredient made through cutting-edge Z consumers for cake as dessert following product represents an additional step in
technology, offers an unparalleled solution a meal when dining out and at weekend natural preservation, offering bakery man-
for inhibiting mould growth and extending parties across the globe is projected to ufacturers a powerful tool to extend the
the shelf life of bakery products, and is now grow the industry.2 shelf life of their products while meeting
available for food producers in the EMEA Unlike traditional preservation methods consumer demands for clearer labels and
(Europe, Middle East and Africa) region. that rely on synthetic additives, SHIELD superior quality."
Developed by a team of expert food sci- V Plus Dry is a consumer-friendly option SHIELD V Plus Dry is the result of exten-
entists and industry professionals, SHIELD that boasts a balanced flavour profile and sive research and development conducted
V Plus Dry combines the preservation heat stability. It allows manufacturers to with a strong commitment to sustainability
properties of buffered vinegar with the meet the demands of health-conscious and food safety. The product aligns with
anti-mould properties of a botanical ex- consumers3 without compromising on the industry's growing emphasis on natural
tract. The result is a powerful food solution taste or sensory attributes. ingredients and environmentally conscious
that significantly inhibits mould growth in One of the key features of SHIELD V practices.
cakes and delays the formation of mould Plus Dry is its versatility. While specifi-
in tortillas and flatbreads, naturally pro- cally formulated for bakery products, this
longing the freshness and quality of bakery innovative solution can also be applied as
products.1 a natural alternative to potassium sorbate
The global cake market size was valued in emulsions, sauces, dressings and other
at USD$42.94 billion in 2019 and is an- highly aqueous foods. Its naturally occurring
ticipated to grow at a compound annual active molecules—such as acetic acid and
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MULTISCAN TECHNOLOGIES AND WECO FORM

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP IN EMEA REGION

Multiscan Technologies and WECO, both ing blueberries, tree nuts, wine grapes and that fulfill each customer’s needs, con-
members of Duravant’s Food Sorting and more. The combined power of Multiscan sidering their product grading objectives,
Handling Solutions group, announce they and WECO automation allows growers, line layout and throughput requirements,”
have entered into a strategic partnership processors, packers and re-packers of said Jack Lee, Duravant Group President -
to support produce growers, processors, produce to better manage product qual- Food Sorting and Handling Solutions. “Plus,
packers and re-packers throughout Eu- ity, improve yield, increase line capacity we’re providing industry-leading support
rope, the Middle East and North Africa. and reduce labor. and quick response times to maximize our
In this region, Multiscan and WECO have customers’ equipment performance, up-
integrated their product portfolios as well time and profitability.”
as sales and service organizations to of-
fer customers improved access to their
world-class optical sorters, graders and
other vision inspection systems.
In EMEA, Multiscan is now leading sales,
leasing and support for the integrated Mul-
tiscan and WECO product portfolio. Earlier
this year, the companies began partnering
similarly under WECO’s leadership in North Sortivator fresh-pack line for
America. blueberries from WECO
“Bringing Multiscan and WECO together
WECO’s grading and process monitoring
solutions integrate with Multiscan’s ad- in the EMEA region is great news for our
vanced vision inspection technology for a customers. With a wide variety of automa-
broad range of product applications includ- tion solutions available from a single supply S60B blueberry sorting system
source, we’re delivering turnkey systems from Multiscan

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