MOULDING AND DEPOSITING
Depositing and moulding technologies are evolving to meet the demand for precision, aesthetics, and flexibility (image courtesy SACMI).
variable viscosities and inclusions, while maintaining uniformity and consistent quality. “Thanks to the use of synchronised servomotors and advanced controls, we are able to ensure perfect depositing even in multi- layer products or those with delicate fillings,” says Paolo. Sacmi believes it has also found a
solution to simplify the traditionally complex process of marbling. It has developed technologies to ensure precision of the final shape and has also focussed on ensuring a uniform and repeatable marbled design which requires synchronous control of flows and depositing times. This has been achieved through the use of independent dosing systems and servomotors. “Depositing and moulding
technologies are evolving to meet the demand for precision, aesthetics, and flexibility,” concludes Paolo. “Technologies such as electronic dosing, one-shot systems, and lines dedicated to marbling demonstrate how innovation can turn challenges into opportunities. The ability to combine control with design freedom is the key to the future of confectionery production.”
Advanced automation Bart
van Delft, Marketing Manager 28 • KENNEDY’S CONFECTION • FEBRUARY 2026
UNLIKE TRADITIONAL CHAIN CONVEYORS,
GANTRY ROBOTS MINIMISE MECHANICAL WEAR AND ALIGNMENT ISSUES, ENSURING SMOOTHER, MORE RELIABLE OPERATION
at Tanis, is in agreement with other contributors to this article, that precision and consistency are key to moulding and depositing success. “Modern moulding lines or moguls increasingly rely on the use of advanced automation, particularly gantry robot systems. Unlike traditional chain conveyors, gantry robots minimise mechanical wear and alignment issues, ensuring smoother, more reliable operation. This technology not only reduces downtime but also delivers unparalleled accuracy in depositing to provide higher throughput without sacrificing quality,” he says. Consistency starts with exact dosing and to achieve this today’s depositors
are employing servo-driven systems and intelligent software to control temperature, viscosity, and flow rate with pinpoint accuracy. “This is critical for functional gummies and nutraceuticals, where active ingredient dosage must remain consistent,” Bart points out. “ Bart believes that starchless moulding has become indispensable for producers of clean-label and functional products. He said: “Traditional starch moulding can pose contamination risks, making it unsuitable for certain applications. Tanis addresses this using starchless technology combined with hygienic design and easy-clean features, to help confectionery producers meet stringent food safety standards without compromising efficiency.” He went on to warn that precision doesn’t end at depositing – arguing that it continues through conditioning. Tanis can offer integrated conditioning rooms that combine starch drying and curing processes to eliminate the need for separate, energy-intensive units. “These controlled environments ensure uniform moisture levels and stable product quality, while reducing energy consumption and improving hygiene,” concludes Bart.
Modular solutions A defining feature of Trikno’s depositing and moulding equipment is said to be
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