X-ray system: Mettler-Toledo launches X56 DXD+

The model expands the X6 Series of X-ray inspection systems, offering cutting-edge technology for detecting low-density contaminants in medium- to large-sized packages in single lanes or in smaller packages across multiple lines

Single-serve packaging

CP Italy’s Alpha V-Shapes can handle liquids, gels and semi-solids with fill volumes ranging from 1 to 30 ml, ensuring accuracy of up to ±0.5% and a production capacity of up to 16,000 units per hour

Agv forklifts

Slim is the smallest autonomous guided vehicle designed by Proxaut, enabling optimised loading and unloading processes 24/7

Weigh-price for large formats

Ennegi’s NGP weighing and pricing machine is designed to meet the challenges of industrial bread-making

Glass closures: Vinolok presents its 2025 results

Production consolidation and “Ready to Recycle” certification mark a strategic year

Solutions for palletizers and stretch wrappers

BBM Packaging offers palletisers and wrappers – second-hand but reconditioned and guaranteed – ready to go straight into production

Application of capsules and wirehoods 4.0

The new 4.0 capping machine from Robino & Galandrino is the result of an approach that delivers an intelligent system designed to simplify, guide and support the operator in their day-to-day work

New thermally conductive pads

Parker Hannifin has announced the launch of the CHO-THERM™ HV series, a new range of thermally conductive interface bearings

Innovation and new consumption models

The annual event for the national and European beer ecosystem dedicated to microbreweries and medium-large breweries

Birra Moretti celebrates authenticity at the table

There’s a growing desire among Italians for a simpler, more authentic, and formally uncluttered table.
This is what emerges from research conducted by AstraRicerche for Birra Moretti, presented in Milan during the first of a series of events that invite you to rediscover the pleasure of a table without (too many) complications

Birra Peroni and Cigierre join forces to develop the talents of the future

“The L.A.B.” is here: the intercompany development program that combines training, innovation, and strategic projects, transcending traditional boundaries between companies

Douglas Merlo

Douglas Merlo: from Italy to Brazil and back again

Douglas Merlo began his journey in the world of craft beer in Italy, where he lived from 2004 to 2012.…

Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/1185 of 2 June 2026

authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified soybean MON 94637 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and
Fonte: Official Journal of the European Union L series of 4 June 2026

Labeling: how to indicate “sugar syrups”

Regulation (EU) 1169/2011 allows compound ingredients to be listed in the ingredients list by opening the parentheses and listing them; similarly, it sometimes allows ingredients to be grouped together and

Food crimes: amendments to the criminal code

What the "Lollobrigida Reform" entails: from the abolition of the crime of "Sale of non-genuine foodstuffs" to its replacement with the crime of "Food Fraud," to the new crime of

Tomato sauce enriched with bioactive compounds

A study has found that adding skins and seeds to tomato sauce increases the levels of bioactive compounds, whilst the inclusion of vegetables provides an additional nutritional benefit

Whey protein hydrolysates and new functional ingredients

According to a study, targeted enzymatic hydrolysis makes it possible to positively modulate the microbiota, paving the way for the development of functional ingredients capable of supporting consumers’ health and well-being

An innovative spray mousse for use in confectionery

The results of a study show that cocoa butter is the most effective fat in terms of maintaining structure, although it has a significant impact on sensory perception

Ketchup quality: the impact of using quinoa starch

The hydrocolloids used in the industrial production of ketchup are exposed to acidic pH levels, heat treatment and shear stress. The results of a study demonstrate the high chemical and functional potential of quinoa as a rich, high-quality source of starch for this product category