News on Processing Equipment

Sinobake, a leader in food processing technology, has unveiled its latest innovation: a high-performance potato chip forming machine designed to elevate the potato chip manufacturing process with unparalleled precision, versatility, and efficiency.

NSSPL partners with VH Vertical Packaging to offer advanced, efficient packaging solutions for French fries and specialty potato products, combining top-tier processing and VFFS technology for global food industry demands.

The 13th World Potato Congress will be held in Naivasha, Kenya, from October 26–30, 2026—the first in Sub-Saharan Africa. Hosted by NPCK and FreshCrop Ltd, the event will spotlight global potato innovations, food security, and trade.

NSSPL installed a 1TPH French fries plant in under 800 sq. m in Western India. The fully automatic line was custom-designed in-house, showcasing NSSPL’s expertise in delivering high-quality, space-efficient food processing solutions.

Sinobake showcased advanced potato chip and biscuit production lines at FISPAL TECNOLOGIA 2025, held June 24–27 at São Paulo Expo. Visitors explored efficient, flexible machinery designed to boost food production quality and operational output.

Efficiently manage crop storage with Mooij Agro’s Smart Cooling Manager—monitor and control each cooling cell, auto-prioritize capacity, and integrate seamlessly with all units via Croptimiz-r®. Ideal for post-CIPC potato storage.

Intralox LugDrive Series 8240 is a hygienic, solid thermoplastic belt built for small transfers. Able to wrap around transfer rollers as small as 1 in (25 mm) in diameter

In the second half of 2024 alone, multiple high-profile contaminant outbreaks shook the food industry—and challenged consumers’ trust in it.

TNA Solutions has announced that Nadia Taylor, the company’s co-founder and director, has been recognised with the prestigious Hall of Fame Award at the 2025 PKN Women in Packaging Awards, held on 27 June in Sydney, Australia.

Ensure peak efficiency with Wyma’s global preventative maintenance programs. Proactive inspections, tailored service, and smart tech minimize downtime, extend equipment life, and keep your post-harvest processing running smoothly every season.

Robots in potato farming help ease labor shortages, cut costs, and boost yields by automating tasks like planting and harvesting. Paired with smart tools like crop monitoring, they improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support sustainable farming.

At Natural Storage Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (NSSPL), real growth happens when people come together — not just to work, but to learn from each other, build connections, and celebrate success.

PPM Technologies, a member of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling group, introduces their new BatchWright™ frying system for kettle-style potato chips and other root vegetable snacks. 

Returning for their 10th and 6th editions, respectively, Food Africa and pacprocess MEA will take place from 9 to 12 December 2025 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC).

Tristan Scoble has been promoted to Urschel Laboratories Director of Sales, effective July 1. With a strong track record since 2015, he will lead strategic sales efforts for the global leader in food cutting machinery.

In recognition of World Food Safety Day on June 7, TNA Solutions has presented a timely expert blog titled “Engineering Better Food Safety” by Steve Burgess, General Manager – Europe & Africa at TNA Solutions.

PACE Mechanical Handling and JT Hopkins & Sons are celebrating 30 years of working together after installing a state-of-the-art potato packing line. The two companies first collaborated in 1995.

Wyma Solutions has announced its recognition at the German-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce (GNZCC) Business Award Gala held in Auckland on April 29, 2025. The Wyma team was honoured to receive the prestigious 'Outstanding Contribution to DE/NZ Trade'.