JBT Corporation
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JBT Corporation
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John Bean Technologies Corporation (JBT) is a leading global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food and beverage industry.
JBT designs, engineers, builds, and services sophisticated products and systems for multi-national and regional food companies through its FoodTech segment.
At JBT, we are relentless in our pursuit of developing new and innovative solutions for the food processing industry. That pursuit has involved both internal product development of our core brands, as well as the active acquisition and integration of well-known and established leading global technology brands.
JBT - Your Global Solution for Pet Food Processing
A growing trend in the food processing industry is customers reducing the number of different equipment suppliers. They look for a strategic partnership and a supplier who can deliver complete lines
Our experience in designing, manufacturing, and installing processing lines for moist pet food is second to none. Whether it’s filling and closing of canned pet food, in-container sterilization of cans, pouches, chubs and trays or High Pressure Processing (HPP) technology for more innovative processors, we provide the solution.
Pet owners want the very best for their furry friends and JBT delivers.
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Trends
3+ MIN
21/01/2022
Petfood: key industry trends to look out for in 2022
What are the major trends in petfood processing and where is the industry heading in 2022? What can we expect to see in products and packaging, and what factors are driving these changes?
Joost Lotgerink Bruinenberg, Sales Manager at JBT FTNON – a major equipment solutions supplier to the petfood industry – here examines some of the key trends that have emerged over the past 12 months and details how these are likely to develop in the next 12.
Petfood, and in particular wet petfood, is an industry that is experiencing rapid growth worldwide at both a local and an international level. But at the same time, there are some significant trends that are likely to shape the future of the industry moving forward.
One such trend is in plant-based meat replacement products. A tendency in human foods as much as petfood, plant-based has emerged as a major business opportunity over the past 12 months, driven both by consumer concerns about the environment as well as the increasing expense of conventional meat. This has led to companies such as JBT increasingly offering plant-based processing solutions for the petfood industry.
At the same time – and again driven by environmental concerns – there is a move away from plastics towards alternative, sustainable packaging options. Likewise, there is widespread movement towards reducing the carbon footprint across a petfood processing line; and JBT FTNON is working closely in partnership with our customers to help achieve their environmental goals. Away from the environment, there has also been a significant trend towards offering irregular chunks in petfood packaging. JBT FTNON is currently development a solution and we expect this to be ready to present to the market in Q1 or Q2 2022.
Of course, this is just one of the developments that JBT FTNON has been developing in order to further improve our petfood systems and meet the evolving demands of processors. Most significantly, JBT FTNON has been working on machine cleanability and ease of maintenance by engineering better access for maintenance and cleaning. These changes mean FTNON equipment is now even easier and more straightforward to clean.
This complements existing JBT FTNON petfood processing solutions, such as the two-color injector for our extrusion system, steam and cooling tunnels adapted to the needs of can and pouch filling alike, and our angular cutting unit which will soon be able to handle irregular chunks. FTNON also recently established an international Petfood Competence Network, which brings together expertise from across the petfood industry to encourage cooperation for the greater good of all companies involved.
And thanks to JBT, FTNON now has a local presence, globally. With petfood as an industry really moving forward and expanding, being able to offer immediate support is invaluable. JBT has vast experience then it comes to the life cycle management of the equipment and helping customers keep operations running with the highest yield. By using the global service network and Augmented Reality remote support (PRoSIGHT™), JBT's customer care team is always near at hand when it matters.
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Trends
4+ MIN
17/12/2021
Consumer trends and their impact on Wet Food Processing technology
. Taking care of pets, especially food, is a crucial discussion. Experienced parents care about the well-being of their pet. New parents demand sustainability. They want manufacturers to care about animal welfare. Both new and experienced parents are changing the ways they meet feeding needs. Market trends Globally, the humanization of pets has received a lot of attention. The move from owner to pet parent has been a crucial and defining trend in the pet food market, even more so in developed countries. With new pet parents entering the market and many long-time owners taking more time to research the products they give their pets, there has never been a better time to think carefully about how to position the products in the market. Consumers are becoming aware of the health of their pets and are buying foods with high nutritional value in order to promote their well-being. Therefore, today they are not only looking for basic products, but also locally produced, natural, with specific health benefits and a smaller environmental footprint, including vegetarian and hybrid options. The trend of humanization has increased health awareness and has generated a demand for foods free of sugars, grains, coloring or chemical additives. Many consumers are likely checking pet food labels. With the emerging trends of humanization and premiumization, the demand for pet food is expected to grow even more in the coming years. Wet pet food With the new trends, wet food has gained an important role, as consumers look for food based on the benefits that wet food offers. Wet foods are higher in protein and fat than dry foods ... wet foods are often perceived by pets as tastier than dry foods. Also, most wet foods do not contain preservatives, so they are intended for quick consumption, unless they have gone through sterilization processes. In general, the benefits of wet food are: • Higher Moisture Content - Wet food may be a good option if your pet isn't drinking as much water as he should, or if he has a medical condition that could benefit from adequate hydration. • Palatability: wet food is often more aromatic and flavorful compared to dry food. • Satiety: wet food tends to create a longer-lasting feeling of being "full." Increased satiety is helpful for weight control • Easier to chew: Pets that have dental disease or other oral abnormalities may find wet foods easier to chew than dry foods. Global data for wet pet food Revenue from the Wet Food for Cats and Dogs market was USD 24,709 million in 2020 and will reach USD 37,833 million in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.48% between 2020-2025. South America is slower growing, but wet food growth is faster than any other category. The current behavior in the leading countries shows that this trend will have a strong impact on the continent. The projection for the next 5 years for South America shows that countries such as Brazil, Argentina, Peru and Chile will increase more than 5% in volume. Sustainable solutions for processing At JBT we offer a global solution for the processing of wet pet food. Our JBT-FTNON brand, with over 60 years of industry experience, supplies a complete pet food processing line starting with the hopper system, then extruded into ropes, steamed, cooled, and finally it is cut into standard or irregular pieces. Energy efficiency is a key element of this system, designed to be as modular as possible, using the same components or spare parts. Its easy maintenance means that cleaning times can be shortened, while there is a strong focus on achieving a consistent, high-quality result in terms of texture, color and taste. Food preservation: A key element Packaging selection can significantly influence shelf appeal and build long-term brand loyalty. Cans remain the predominant packaging for wet food, emerging as the largest segment in 2018. Cans are predominantly used for packaging cat products, with a focus on easy-pull openers that make a "pop noise" to which many cats react instantly. JBT - TwinTec, our one-piece filler / sealer, offers perfect synchronization between filling and sealing. TwinTec technology sets new standards in hygiene and food safety: long-lasting stainless steel with integrated cables that ensure easy access, perfect operation and maximum operator safety. Available with a Unifiller Filler or Vacuum Filler, this machine fills and closes cans at speeds up to 600 cans per minute. Key Element: Sterilization Container sterilization is a proven thermal processing technology that makes low acid food products (pH> 4.5) safe to consume and extends shelf life, without refrigeration, for wide and stable distribution. The Batch Retorts are all equipped with a steam water spray system, which guarantees uniform and efficient thermal processing of packaged foods, offering consistent high quality products, thanks to the excellent temperature distribution. JBT - Your Global Solution Our global network of research and technology centers allows you to work with a team of experts who ensure that your products will be processed, sterilized and packaged effectively: less time, better quality and less energy. Source: JBT Corporation
Packaging
2+ MIN
15/10/2021
JBT Proseal: Meeting the pet food quality challenge
A recent report from Transparency Market Research has predicted a CAGR of 6% in the global pet food market over the next decade, reaching an expected value of US$168.3 billion by 2029. Increasing consumer demand for premium quality products has led manufacturers to use high quality materials and ingredients while streamlining production techniques and processes, with the corresponding need for appropriate quality packaging to reflect this premium image. The comprehensive Proseal tray sealer range has the flexibility to perform in a wide range of disciplines, including Gas Flush Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP), Vacuum MAP with lid control and Skin Packaging. In particular, the company's advanced sealing systems ensure absolute control and integrity of the seal between the lid and the tray, a vital requirement for applications that incorporate a substantial controlled-retortion-process or other High Pressure sterilization processes after sealing. The tray sealers also include several Proseal-developed features that help to maximize performance, reliability and efficiency, such as the company's pioneering Eseal® energy saving technology, ifilm™ intelligent film monitoring, and ProTect™ RFID access login system that provides full audit trail visibility and layered security. In addition, Proseal's AP60 linear conveyor tray sealing system is able to provide bespoke automated solutions for high speed applications and demanding production conditions, based around individual customer production processes and requirements. Among the system's many features, the length and width of the indexing conveyor can be customized to accommodate de-nesting and filling requirements. Full or partial vacuum systems can be incorporated to enable post seal processes such as retort or High Pressure Processing (HPP), and X-ray inspection systems and checkweighers can be included after sealing for enhanced quality control. The AP60 also offers seamless integration with third party process equipment including depositors, multihead weighing applications and CIP systems with sealing speeds of up to 240 packs per minute. Furthermore, Proseal's AP60 benefits from shared technology across the Proseal machinery range. Options can be specified and retro-engineered, allowing a more flexible approach to each distinct application. All Proseal machines offer a user-friendly interface and easy to maintain design, with a rugged and hygienic food industry approved construction geared to full washdown protection. "As the pet food market continues to expand, we are keen to provide solutions for companies requiring a significant upscale in their production of core products in new packaging formats, which can be met on one machinery platform," says Tony Burgess, Head of Sales and Control Systems, Proseal. "The flexibility of our technology and the wide variety of machines available, including fully integrated conveyor systems, mean we can offer a full turnkey production line solution which is key for this particular market. We are delighted that our expertise can help companies to achieve a point of differentiation in the competitive pet food sector." Learn more about Proseal's packaging solutions. Source: JBT Corporation
Trends
3+ MIN
20/09/2021
JBT FTNON: at the cutting-edge of pet food innovations
Through energy-efficient, easy-to-maintain and cleanable systems, FTNON is delivering a range of solutions to the pet food industry, which are helping customers maintain a consistent, premium quality, while also – in a highly-competitive industry – keeping running costs as low as possible.
'The pet food industry is really booming at the moment, with people tending to buy more premium products than in the past where you have more meat in a can or a pouch,' explains FTNON's Joost Lotgerink Bruinenberg. 'We see that pouches are seen as more of a premium product, and demand is growing, for both cats and dogs.
'That's the trend and you see it when you go into a supermarket: five years ago, it was a few metres, now it's one big lane for dry and wet pet food, so the customer has more choice. And the big players are also investing in new factories to fulfil the market demand.'
Plant-based foods
Another major emerging trend is in meat-replacement products. Although not significant in pet food at the moment, Lotgerink expects the category to follow the importance of the trend in human foods in the near future. 'Given the shortage of meat in the industry, this is likely to be a strong trend in pet food in two-three years' time,' he predicts. 'Companies are already thinking about it and are looking to change their recipes to be more plant-based.'
Sustainable solutions
FTNON's solutions for wet pet ood begin with meat preparation before entering an emulsion hopper and subsequently an extruder where the meat is made into 'ropes'. Following steam cooking and cooling, the product enters the cutting stage to be made into standard or irregular chunks. These are then conveyed into a can or pouch for filling and closing. Using custom-made hoppers, plus steam and cooling tunnels, as well as the extrusion system, FTNON's systems can handle small capacities of 300 kg up to 5,000 kg, depending on customer needs.
Energy-efficiency is a key element of a system designed to be as modular as possible, using the same components or spare parts. Being easy to maintain means cleaning times can be shortened, while there is a strong focus on achieving a consistent output in terms of texture, color and flavor at a premium quality.
'We are trying to achieve a system which is energy-effective,' says Lotgerink. 'We need to use steam to cook the product and of course heating it costs energy, but by constructing and insulating the hood in a specific way, we don't use so much steam and therefore we are much more energy-efficient compared with others in the industry.'
'Customers are looking at sustainable systems: they don't want to pay so much for utilities, so we try to be really effective in that way, and it's something we're looking to develop more and more.'
Further improvements are already underway for FTNON's pet food solutions, with work being done to refine systems for irregular chunks, while JBT's Internet-of-Things iOPS program will also be integrated. But perhaps most important of all is FTNON's worldwide reach, thanks to JBT. 'Our pet food solutions are tailored to customer needs, but through JBT we also have a local presence to serve the customer, globally,' adds Lotgerink.
Source: JBT Corporation
