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Flo-Flavour® On-Demand
October 28, 2026
Flo-Mech Launches Flo-Flavour On-Demand Slurry System for Snack Seasoning Applications
Flo-Mech is now offering its new Flo-Flavour On-Demand Slurry System for snack and coated product lines. The system features gravimetric dosing, continuous mixing and automated powder and liquid integration. Now available for on-site customer trials.
Advanced tube laser technology at Tong Engineering enhances manufacturing precision, efficiency and quality.
October 26, 2026
Tong Engineering Invests in Advanced Tube Laser Technology to Enhance Manufacturing Quality
Tong Engineering has invested in 6kW tube laser technology to enhance manufacturing precision and efficiency, improve assembly accuracy and strengthen its commitment to quality and engineering excellence.
Automation is no longer optional for potato processors, it's the difference between staying competitive and losing ground. Here's how modern processing lines are cutting waste, energy use, and labour dependency, all at once.
July 23, 2026
European Potato Processing Industry Focuses on Automation and Efficiency
European potato processors are prioritizing automation, resource use and flexible equipment as labour shortages, energy costs, climate risks and competition increase. Wyma highlights technologies help improve yields and resilience for future growth.
Post-harvest technology solutions, including advanced sorting, storage, monitoring, and renewable energy systems, help reduce food losses, lower carbon emissions, and build more sustainable food supply chains.
July 14, 2026
Post-Harvest Technology Emerges as a Key Driver of Sustainable Food Systems and Climate Goals
Advanced post-harvest technologies are helping cut food waste, reduce carbon emissions, improve storage efficiency, and strengthen sustainable food supply chains through AI, IoT, precision sorting, renewable energy, and smart cold storage solutions.
Takayo Motegi (left) and Dave Tiso mark a leadership transition at Ishida Europe, as Motegi assumes the role of Managing Director and Tiso becomes Chairman.
June 24, 2026
Ishida Europe Appoints Takayo Motegi as Managing Director, Dave Tiso Becomes Chairman
Ishida Europe has named Takayo Motegi as Managing Director, succeeding Dave Tiso, who becomes Chairman. With 30+ years in the Ishida Group, Motegi will lead growth across EMEA, advancing automation, packaging and quality control solutions.
Tong SwiftLift has appointed Tom Allwood as Electrical and Service Manager to support electrical production, machinery servicing and customer support operations across SwiftLift equipment.
June 04, 2026
Tong SwiftLift appoints Tom Allwood as Electrical and Service Manager
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.
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WW Martin & Son’s integrated optical sorting and grading line featuring Flikweert Vision technology and Tong Engineering’s UniFill system at its North Scotland seed potato operation.
May 12, 2026
Scottish Seed Potato Grower Doubles Productivity with Advanced Optical Sorting and Grading Line
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.
Aerial view of Scotts Precision Manufacturing site, where a new 600sqm logistics and assembly facility is planned to support future growth and expanded operations, due for completion in summer 2026.
February 23, 2026
Scotts Precision Manufacturing Opens 600sqm Logistics and Assembly Facility to Drive Growth
Scotts Precision Manufacturing is investing in a new 600sqm logistics and assembly facility, due summer 2026, to increase capacity, improve efficiency and lead times, and support growth into new crops, markets, and international projects.
Flo-Mech Ltd has transitioned to full employee ownership, transferring all shares into an Employee Ownership Trust to safeguard its people-focused culture and long-term independence.
January 07, 2026
Flo-Mech Ltd becomes fully employee owned through ownership trust
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.
The Modern Process Equipment (MPE) Chain-Vey system on display in Flo-Mech’s new demonstration facility, highlighting its gentle and efficient tubular drag conveying technology.
December 04, 2025
Flo-Mech Opens State-of-the-Art Demonstration Facility Showcasing Advanced Food Processing Technologies
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.
Visitors engage with the Tong Engineering team at BP2025, where the company showcases its latest handling and automation solutions.
November 13, 2025
Tong to equip potato producers with next-generation technology at British Potato 2025 in Harrogate
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.
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August 26, 2025
LOMA Systems to present latest X-ray and Metal Detection Innovations at PPMA Total 2025
LOMA Systems will showcase its latest inspection technologies and online training at PPMA Total 2025, NEC, from 23–25 September. The UK debuts include the X5DE Space Saver X-ray and IQ4M RUN-WET® metal detector at stand E14.
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