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A SWEET INNOVATION NETWORK


Bühler’s global network of Research and Training Centers empowers food manufacturers to innovate, test, and scale new wafer, biscuit, and chocolate creations with speed, confidence, and sustainability.


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n the world of wafers, biscuits, chocolate, and beyond, innovation doesn’t happen by chance. It happens when expertise, technology, and creativity meet. That


is exactly what Bühler delivers through its research and training centers (RTCs) – a global network where customers can test, refine, and create the products of tomorrow. In Leobendorf, Austria, you’ll find the


Wafer Innovation Center, where companies test everything from crispy classics to protein-packed, on-trend alternatives. Travel north to Skovlunde, Denmark, and the Biscuit Innovation Center greets you with the aroma of freshly baked crackers and cookies, crafted with new textures and flavors. In Reichshof, Germany, chocolatiers and confectioners explore advanced moulding techniques at the Confectionery Application Center , while in Almere, Netherlands, the focus shifts to mastering the art of mixing – the essential first step for any bakery or confectionery product. At the heart of it all lies Uzwil, Switzerland,


home to Bühler’s Food Creation Center, where the strengths of all business units converge. “At the Food Creation Center, we guide ideas in a structured way from the first spark through concept and prototype, all the way to a market-ready product,” explains Dennis Ludwig, Team Manager Food Creation Center at Bühler. “In Uzwil, we are directly connected to our Innovation


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Campus, as well as the Application Centers for raw materials and intermediate products – enabling us to combine process know-how and scaling into measurable results.” It’s where wafer meets chocolate, biscuit meets mixing – and innovation becomes reality. But Bühler’s innovation ecosystem


stretches far beyond Europe. Additional competence centers in Brazil, China, and the United States ensure customers around the world have access to Bühler’s expertise and state-of-the-art equipment, close to their own markets. What makes these centers truly unique is not only the cutting-edge technology, but the way they empower customers. Companies can test new recipes and ingredients without disrupting their existing production lines, refine product quality and processes in a controlled environment, and scale up with confidence. At the same time, they can train their teams on the latest technologies, benefiting from the hands-on guidance of Bühler experts. Ultimately, they are able to develop market-ready innovations more efficiently, with minimized risks and a significantly faster time-to-market. One of the key advantages for


customers is the ability to conduct trials at Bühler’s facilities without disrupting their own operations. By using Bühler’s RTCs, customers avoid costly downtime in their factories, keeping production


running smoothly while experiments and developments take place off-site. This unique setup allows businesses to continue serving their markets while simultaneously preparing for their next big product launch. In today’s fast-paced industry, consumer


preferences evolve rapidly, from healthier snacks and high-protein alternatives to indulgent treats with reduced sugar or sustainable packaging. At the same time, manufacturers face increasing pressure to improve efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and make processes more sustainable. Bühler’s research and training centers provide the ideal environment to tackle these challenges, offering not just equipment but also deep process knowledge, industry insights, and cross- category expertise. For Bühler Consumer Foods, the mission


is clear: to shape the future of food together with its customers and partners. The RTCs are not just facilities – they are collaborative hubs of creativity, where ideas are nurtured into innovations that resonate with consumers. Whether it’s the crispy crunch of a wafer, the delicate texture of a biscuit, or the silky smoothness of chocolate, Bühler stands alongside its customers to craft products that delight taste buds around the globe. With Bühler’s global network, companies don’t just keep up with market trends – they set them.


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