SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING & PROCESSING


consumption – of up to 30% – and noxious emissions are said to be 90% lower, thanks to the use of a programmable logic controller (PLC) that automatically adjusts heat distribution.


Coming full circle


GEA recently announced that it is tackling the need for greater sustainability in production environments through the creation of circular economy processes that target both material use and plant operation at customer sites. In the current economy, materials are taken from the


Earth, products are made from them, and eventually they are thrown away as waste – the process is linear. By contrast, in a circular economy the idea is to stop waste being produced  At the heart of the GEA circular economy process is a


   existing service parts and the design of new parts.  


is focusing on the circular economy as a future model for operating machinery and equipment in a more sustainable manner at every stage of its lifecycle. This model focuses on maximising the lifecycle and sustainable optimisation of productivity, with particular focus on ‘Design to Sustainability’ (D2S) which will see machines and systems       maintenance possible to ensure equipment lifetimes are maximised, while minimising resource consumption. Today almost every provider of confectionery processing


and packaging solutions is adding digital technology to its offerings and these all offer the opportunity for confectionery producers to improve the sustainability of processing and packaging operations, while at the same time enhancing     offer production improvements and cost savings but will also help meet consumer demands for ethically produced goods. By taking proactive steps towards digital transformation, confectionery producers can position themselves as leaders in sustainable production, ensuring long-term success in a rapidly evolving industry.


The SWAKT-Eco wafer baking oven offers an automated solution, designed to reduce gas consumption and emissions.


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