News on Conveying and Handling Equipment from Europe

Tong SwiftLift has appointed Tom Allwood as Electrical and Service Manager to strengthen electrical production, aftersales service and customer support for the SwiftLift range as part of the Tong Engineering Group.

Key Technology unveiled new food processing and inspection technologies at Interpack 2026, including ADR X, COMPASS sorter and Impulse conveyor solutions.

Scottish seed potato grower WW Martin & Son doubled labour productivity after installing a fully integrated grading line from Tong Engineering, featuring Flikweert Vision optical sorting for faster throughput, precise grading and defect removal.

Key Technology will showcase potato processing technologies at Interpack 2026 in Hall 6, Stand B73, highlighting solutions designed to improve product recovery, simplify operation, and support more reliable conveying and seasoning performance.

GRIMME will offer the MultiSep roller separator for RH 24 receiving hoppers in 2026, improving potato cleaning in wet, heavy conditions. With adjustable rollers and dual-direction operation, it removes soil, clods, weeds and haulm efficiently.

SINOBAKE invites industry professionals to visit its booth at INTERPACK 2026 from May 7-13. The event offers a global platform to explore advanced packaging and processing technologies, exchange expertise and strengthen international cooperation.

Heat and Control will return to Interpack 2026 with a strong focus on helping food manufacturers improve process efficiency, reduce energy and water consumption, and maintain consistent throughput and product quality.

As food manufacturers face ongoing labour shortages, rising costs, and increasing performance demands, TNA Solutions will bring a clear focus to interpack 2026 (7–13 May, Messe Düsseldorf): Innovation simplified.

At Fruit Logistica 2026, FAM STUMABO showcased how it partners with fruit, vegetable, and potato processors to help them navigate labor scarcity, rising processing complexity, and tighter quality expectations.

Ellips–Elisam shows how True-AI boosts quality, capacity and labor savings at Fruit Logistica 2026, Hall 6.1, Booth A50, with real grower results from Wada Farms and Pioneer Potatoes.

As Kuipers Food Processing Machinery marks its 40th anniversary, the Dutch equipment specialist reflects on decades of technical refinement, market-focused innovation and a consistent commitment to efficiency and sustainability.

Flo-Mech Ltd has announced that it officially became 100% employee-owned on 18 November 2025, following the transfer of all shares by the Elderkin family and other shareholders into the Flo-Mech Employee Ownership Trust.

Urschel will expand its KRONEN portfolio to Italy and more Asian markets from Jan 1, 2026. Italy and Asia join the US, Mexico, Pakistan and China in offering KRONEN systems alongside Urschel cutting machinery.

Flo-Mech Ltd has opened a new demonstration facility showcasing advanced processing equipment, including the G450, Hoegger PS2000 and MPE Chain-Vey. More systems will be added soon. Customers can book trials on-site or at their own facility.

In today’s food processing landscape, relying on outdated freezing methods is no longer just inefficient, it is a direct threat to product quality and profitability. Processors are facing higher energy costs, labour shortages, and greater pressure to maintain consistent product integrity.

As the UK potato industry prepares for BP2025 in Harrogate, Tong Engineering will highlight how its latest handling and automation technologies help growers and processors meet modern demands while preparing for the future.

Kiremko, Idaho Steel & Reyco name Gerardo Chiaia as CEO and Kees van der Drift as CFO, marking a new growth phase under Investindustrial. The group unites to drive global innovation and leadership in food processing systems.

The potatoes you pack today define your reputation tomorrow. Customers expect quality, consistency, and on-time deliveries. But can your grading technology keep up?