The Puratos Group has unveiled the Digital AdvisAR, an app that instantly connects bakers, patissiers and chocolatiers to Puratos experts via augmented reality (AR) to help with trouble-shooting and problem-solving.

The new logo features Savage Bros.’s original Firemixer cooker-mixer, which was introduced in 1903.

Organizers for ProSweets Cologne say the fair will focus on sustainable packaging for the sweets and snacks industries, including paper, recyclable mono films and related packaging processes.

This “wet clean” approach significantly improves food safety compliance and system reliability. It also thoroughly flushes out any potential allergens like nuts or gluten from conveying equipment.

ChocXO spent 10 months expanding production space within its existing facility, while simultaneously adding additional warehouse space.

The latest version of tna’s flagship vertical form fill and seal (VFFS) packaging system aims to enhance operational efficiencies and increase production up-time.

Supporters of the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Resident Course in Confectionery Technology — known colloquially as “Candy School” — are asking the confectionery industry for help in purchasing table-top equipment for future in-person instruction.

Exhibitor registration for interpack 2023, set for May 4-10 in Düsseldorf, Germany, is now open.

With a plug-and-produce concept, the modular ChocoX moulding line can be installed on site in one week.

Organizers for ProSweets Cologne say preparations for the 2022 event are underway, but in the meantime, they’re launching a new digital product and trend campaign.