WHO’S WHO
MEETING CONFECTIONERY’S TOUGHEST CHALLENGES – FROM PROCESS TO PACK
As confectionery manufacturers balance product variety, production efficiency and packaging demands, Syntegon combines process technology, flexible packaging systems and lifecycle support to create more adaptable production lines.
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onfectionery manufacturers are under pressure from several directions. Consumers expect more variety, new flavours and
eye-catching formats, while retailers demand reliable supply and competitive prices. At the same time, producers face rising costs, labour shortages and growing sustainability expectations. Production environments therefore need to deliver greater flexibility and efficiency without compromising quality. That challenge starts long before the finished sweet reaches the packaging machine. In gummy and jelly production, every process step influences the quality of the final product. Accurate weighing and dosing, consistent dissolving, precise colour and flavour addition, controlled depositing and reliable finishing all contribute to texture, appearance and taste. Variations at any stage can lead to waste, rework or inconsistent quality. An integrated production approach brings
therefore several advantages. Syntegon combines its confectionery expertise with Makat process technology to cover the production chain, from kitchen systems, depositing technology and starch conditioning to product finishing. By considering each step as part of one process rather than as an isolated machine function, manufacturers can improve repeatability and adapt production more easily to new recipes and formats. Flexibility becomes just as important at the
packaging stage. Confectionery brands use packaging not only to protect the product, but also to differentiate it on shelf. Manufacturers therefore need equipment that can handle different bag styles and materials while maintaining sealing quality and high output. Syntegon’s SVX platform addresses this
requirement through a modular vertical form, fill and seal concept. The recently introduced corner seal capability for the SVX Agile extends the range of bag styles that can be produced on one platform. It enables corner-sealed block-bottom, full corner and doypack formats at speeds of up to 120 bags per minute without compromising the capability to produce small pillow bags at 300 cycles per minute. Automatic axial adjustment and web tracking
Syntegon combines its confectionery expertise with Makat process technology (kitchen systems, depositing technology, starch conditioning and product finishing) and a huge variety on packaging solutions, from VFFS, to cartoning and case- packing to cover the whole production chain.
The latest SVX Agile configuration expands packaging flexibility with corner seal capability for premium bag styles, including block-bottom, Full Corner and Doypack formats.
support stable, precise seals while reducing manual intervention. The system is also designed to process mono-materials efficiently, supporting the move towards more recyclable packaging structures. For confectionery producers, however, individual high-performing machines are only part of the answer. The greatest gains come when processing and packaging are considered together. A stable upstream process helps ensure consistent product characteristics, while flexible downstream equipment allows manufacturers to respond quickly to new formats, seasonal products and changing retail requirements. This end-to-end perspective can also reduce
complexity. Working with a single technology partner across processing and packaging helps manufacturers coordinate interfaces, automation and service requirements throughout the line. The partnership does not end once a line
is installed. As a strategic lifecycle partner, Syntegon supports manufacturers throughout the equipment lifecycle with services aimed at maintaining performance, availability and efficiency. From maintenance and spare parts to upgrades, modernisation and digital services, this long-term approach helps producers protect their investment and adapt installed equipment to changing requirements. As confectionery portfolios become more
Consumers expect more variety, new flavours and eye-catching formats.
diverse and production economics more demanding, manufacturers need solutions that can evolve with them. Combining precise process technology, flexible packaging systems and lifecycle services provides a route towards higher efficiency, reliable quality and long-term competitiveness while keeping production ready for future market demands.
Number of employees: 7,300
Location (HQ): Stuttgart (Germany) Website URL:
www.syntegon.com
Contact details: Franziska Engelbarts, Spokesperson Product Communications
Syntegon acts as a strategic partner, supporting confectionery manufacturers from process and packaging to lifecycle services.
34 • KENNEDY’S CONFECTION • AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2025
Food Vertical +49(2689)943-480, franziska.
engelbarts@syntegon.com
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