Elea Technology to showcase PEF solutions for snack processing at SnackEx 2026

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Elea Technology will present its latest Pulsed Electric Field systems at SnackEx 2026 in Lisbon, highlighting efficiency, quality and process optimization in potato and vegetable snack production.

April 28, 2026

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Elea GmbH

Elea Technology will present its latest Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) solutions for snack processing at SnackEx 2026, taking place on June 17–18, 2026 at the FIL Expo in Lisbon, Portugal. The company will highlight new system developments and demonstrate how PEF can support efficiency, product quality and process optimization in potato and vegetable snack production.

Visitors to Booth 215 will have the opportunity to explore Elea’s latest technologies and discuss practical applications for improving processing performance across snack production lines.

PEF systems and innovations on display

Elea will showcase its compact PEF Advantage B Micro system alongside the PiCon system, an AI-driven inline solution designed to enhance automation, control and precision in PEF processing.

The company will also provide insights into its PEF Advantage systems for potato and vegetable chips, with a focus on process optimization in cutting, frying and texture development. Experts will be available to discuss integration strategies and efficiency improvements tailored to individual production lines.

Application Support Manager Kevin Hill will participate in the Snack Science Hub, where he will present on the future of PEF technology and the role of artificial intelligence in snack processing.

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See Elea PEF technology in action

Benefits of PEF in potato chip production

Lower production costs through improved efficiency and yield utilization
Up to 90% lower energy and water use in key processing steps
Up to 50% reduction in cutting force for smoother, more efficient slicing
Lower oil uptake and improved product quality for crispier, brighter chips
Higher yield with less waste, breakage and starch loss
More consistent colour, texture and frying performance
Tailored insights from Elea experts for production lines

Elea Technology will present its solutions at SnackEx 2026 in Lisbon, where visitors can explore how PEF technology can be applied to potato, sweet potato, cassava and other vegetable-based snack production.

More about PEF in potato processing

PEF for sweet potato, cassava, and vegetable-based snacks

Contact Sales Manager Johannes Pfeiffer for a personal meet-up at the show j.pfeiffer@eleapef.com

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Elea PEF Advantage B 10-320

B 10-320 delivers continuous 24/7 PEF processing for mid-range lines up to 13 t/h. Combining the B 10 generator with a 320 belt ensures efficient power use, easy integration, SCADA connectivity, and user-friendly touch controls for reliable snack production worldwide.

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Elea Cut control and PEF control

Elea Cut Control and PEF Control measure and optimise PEF treatment effects on raw produce. They provide instant data on cutting force and cell disintegration to improve yield and quality. Portable and robust, they suit both research and industrial processing environments.

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Elea PEF Advantage B1 and B1 Mini

PEF Advantage B 1 & B 1 Mini combine pulse generator, belt, and vessel in one unit. B 1 handles up to 10 t/h; B 1 Mini 1–3.5 t/h with upgrade option. Compact, low-energy, water-efficient, with touch controls and remote operation for safe, flexible small-scale production.

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Elea PEF Pilot Dual

PEF Pilot Dual is a versatile electroporation system for research and pilot testing. Compact and customizable with plug-in units, it processes liquids and solids for lab or small production use, enabling precise exploration of Pulsed Electric Field applications across industries.

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