industry NEWS Moo Free boosts sustainability with ULMA Packaging
Packaging machinery manufacturer, ULMA Packaging, has recently worked with Devon-based dairy-free and vegan chocolate supplier, Moo Free, to upgrade its packaging machinery. Focused on boosting productivity while maintaining its sustainable practices, Moo Free made a strategic investment in ULMA’s cutting-edge FR 200 fl ow pack wrapper (HFFS). Established in 2010, Moo Free has gained a strong reputation
for catering to vegan and vegetarian customers with its dairy-free, wheat-free, gluten-free and soya-free chocolate off erings,
available at major supermarket retailers. The company’s commitment to sustainability is evident in its use
of non-single-use and recycled plastics for packaging, along with paper, to achieve zero waste to landfi ll. The decision to invest in a new packaging solution was made when Moo Free’s existing machine, after years of continuous use, started encountering performance issues. The outdated machinery struggled to wrap the desired amount of chocolate effi ciently, leading to production delays and waste. Furthermore, sourcing replacement parts for the ageing equipment became increasingly challenging. Marcus Woods, Moo Free’s operations manager, explained:
“Our packaging machine was vital to our daily operations, but it could no longer keep up with our production demands. Its variable performance and frequent issues with fi lm alignment were causing considerable disruptions and waste.”
Small fi rms seek government support for tech adoption and growth
Recent research has highlighted the remarkable strides made by small businesses in modernising their operations and introducing innovative products over the past three years. Approximately 7 in 10 small fi rms have successfully implemented transformative changes, resulting in nearly a 15% surge in revenue, according to a comprehensive study. The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is now urging
the government to cultivate a culture of risk-taking and innovation among small enterprises. This recommendation follows a fresh examination of the landscape, which unveiled that despite the majority of small businesses contributing novel ideas and enhancements to their operations,
they still face obstacles to accessing
government funding. The FSB’s report, aptly titled “The Tech Tonic,” delves
into the types of technologies and innovations that small businesses have integrated into their practices, as well as the challenges they encounter. The study takes place against a backdrop of reduced government support, including cutbacks to the R&D Tax Relief Scheme for SMEs and insuffi cient funding to encourage tech adoption by smaller fi rms.
biomass shell boilers used in ofi cocoa factories in Brazil, Côte d’Ivoire, Indonesia, and Singapore.
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