ZEEN Tech Wins Two SIAL Innovation 2026 Awards for Oil-Free Food Processing Technology

Swiss food processing equipment company ZEEN Tech has won the Gold Award and the Equipment and Technologies Award at SIAL Innovation 2026 in Paris for its patented Fried in Water™ technology.

Based in Immensee, Switzerland, ZEEN Tech develops food processing equipment that uses water instead of conventional frying oil. Its technology is designed for applications including frying, drying, roasting, cooking and sterilization.

The awards were presented on October 17, 2026, during SIAL Paris, held from October 17 to 21 at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center in France.
 

ZEEN Tech's Gold Award recognition at SIAL Innovation 2026 in Paris for its Fried in Water™ food processing technology.

Potential Applications in Potato Processing

ZEEN Tech's Fried in Water™ technology offers an alternative approach to conventional oil-based food processing. One of its potential applications is the production of ultra-low-fat potato chips, making the technology relevant to manufacturers developing reduced-fat potato snacks.

The company highlights potential benefits including lower energy consumption, reduced waste and the preservation of nutritional and sensory qualities. The technology is also intended to support improvements in product shelf life and food safety.

ZEEN Tech showcases its Fried in Water™ technology at SIAL Paris 2026, highlighting an alternative to conventional oil-based food processing