2020 Ringier Technology Innovation Awards - Food & Beverage

Prebiotic aromatic vinegar
Creative health / health food (drinks)
Prebiotic aromatic vinegar
Prebiotic aromatic vinegar is made of aged vinegar and xylooligosaccharide according to a certain proportion to produce a unique flavor and sweet taste. The intestinal health effect of prebiotic xylooligosaccharides has been gradually accepted by consumers. The consumption of prebiotic aromatic vinegar can not only add flavor to dishes, but also play a role in daily health care.
Shandong Longlive Biotechnology Co., Ltd
NUTRAVA™ Citrus Fiber
Creative plant-based product
NUTRAVA™ Citrus Fiber
NUTRAVA™ Citrus Fiber from CP Kelco is a unique, newly patented, nature-based ingredient for the product developer’s clean label toolbox. Made from locally sourced orange peels, it contributes to daily fiber intake and delivers clean label benefits that address consumer needs. Our patented process allows us to convert citrus peels into a citrus fiber that is both nature-based and functional. As the clean label megatrend strengthens, NUTRAVA™ Citrus Fiber helps manufacturers innovate and reduce their total number of ingredients. It offers thickening, stabilizing, suspension, emulsion stability and water-binding capabilities for a range of foods and beverages including mayonnaise, dressings, sauces, soups, fruit-flavored beverages and drinking yogurts. It also brings mouthfeel and texture back to reduced-sugar/fat recipes and opens new possibilities for vegan products. 3 NUTRAVATM Citrus Fiber products have been launched in 2019 · NUTRAVA™ Citrus Fiber peak for condiment applications · NUTRAVA™ Citrus Fiber zest for fruit flavoured drinks · NUTRAVA™ Citrus Fiber boost for meat and bakery applications
CP Kelco
Creativity Fruit Topping
Creative snack food
Creativity Fruit Topping
The new product is CAVAMAX® alpha-cyclodextrin mixes with fruit. And add some sugar and hydrocolloids. After whipping by Mixer or Hand whisk, you can get whipping fruit topping. Decorate on the top of tea or coffee. The concept of this kind of product is low fat and fresh fruit. The finial beverage or dessert will be more health, more texture and more attractive.
Wacker Chemicals (China) Co., Ltd.
Micropilot FMR62
Food & Beverage Processing Technology
Micropilot FMR62
The FMR62 free space radar offers maximum reliability due to improved algorithms and small beam angle. For applications in aggressive liquids, Micropilot FMR62 offers extraordinary advantages with its completely PTFE-filled and flush-mounted antenna. It also possesses the smart sensor functionality Heartbeat Technology. Micropilot FMR62 is compliance with 3-A certification, EHEDG certification, and other hygienic standards, which is fit for all industries, especially in the hygienic industries, to ensure the hygiene and safety of the producing process.
Endress + Hauser (China) Automation Co., Ltd.
Multistage countercurrent  extraction
Food & Beverage Processing Technology
Multistage countercurrent extraction
Multistage countercurrent extractionis a new plant extraction technology that combines dynamic extraction and countercurrent extraction technology. This technology makes full use of the concentration gradient of the active ingredient between the solvent and the raw material to maximize the dissolution of the active ingredient. It has a low extraction temperature and high extraction efficiency. It has the advantages of low solvent consumption and low energy consumption for subsequent concentration.
Fujian Xian Yang Yang Biotechnology Co.,Ltd
Elderberry
Functional Ingredients
Elderberry
Elderberry is the fruit of Sambucus williamsii, it’s rich in nutrients and can enhance human immunity. ElderCraft® Elderberry extract from Wedar has the following advantages: ① European supply chain, material source can be controlled ② IPT membrane filtration technology was used for extraction, and the active substances were completely retained without solvent residue ③ Published dozens of researches and clinical studies ④ Italian patent for antiasthenic remedy ⑤ US & Canada immunization support and respiratory health claims
Shanghai Kedar Biological Technology Co., Ltd
N-acetylneuraminic acid (NANA,SA)
Functional Ingredients
N-acetylneuraminic acid (NANA,SA)
The chemical name of sialic acid is N-acetylneuraminic acid (NANA). It is a key component in human milk oligosaccharides (HMO) contained in breast milk, and is a characteristic functional ingredient of the traditional high-end tonic edible bird's nest. Sialic acid is involved in numorous biological functions such as the development and the functional repair of nerve cells, epithelial cells and immune cells. It also has a positive impact in enhancing immunity, promoting brain development, nourishing skin and importantly, has an anti-aging potential. As a new functional ingredient, sialic acid is highly sought after by manufacturers of infant formula foods, healthcare foods, high-value food and cosmetics. Sialic acid is a safe, high-quality novel food raw material developed and produced by fermentation by the Chinese Academy of Science of Zhongke Optics Valley Green Biotechnology Co.,Ltd, a subsidiary of CABIO company. With its stable quality and high purity, CABIO’s sialic acid becomes a popular food material with promising application prospects and tremendous market value. CABIO’s sialic acid will further promote the distribution of infant formula to be closer to the “Breast Milk Golden Standard”. Purity of CABIO’s sialic acid: ≥98% (HPLC).
CABIO Biotech (Wuhan) Co., Ltd.
Casein Hydrolysate LACTIUM®
Functional Ingredients
Casein Hydrolysate LACTIUM®
Casein hydrolysate LACTIUM® is a bioactive peptide derived from natural milk, which can help to relieve stress and thereby improve a series of unhealthy symptoms such as anxiety, sleep disorder and weight gain caused by stress. Ingredia simulated infant digestion by hydrolyzing alpha -s1 casein with trypsin to obtain casein hydrolysate LACTIUM®. 9 human clinical tests have been completed for LACTIUM®. So far it has been approved by the MOH, the US FDA, the KFDA and the TGA. LACTIUM® can be used in all forms of functional nutrition food and healthy food.
Azelis (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Allulose
Functional Ingredients
Allulose
Allulose is a naturally occurring rare sugar with FDA GRAS status. It is 70% as sweet as sugar, and it doesn’t count as a part of total or added sugars on the label, it counts only as a carbohydrate! Sure to be a hit with your customers, allulose is a low glycemic sugar that is an excellent choice for baking, frozen dairy desserts, and more!
BAOLINGBAO BIOLOGY CO., LTD
Cluster Dextrin
Functional Ingredients
Cluster Dextrin
Cluster Dextrin® is a functional carbohydrate ingredient that provides quick and sustainable energy to dramatically enhance exercise and sports performance. It is made from non-GMO waxy corn starch utilizing Glico’s original enzyme technique. Cluster Dextrin is highly uniform in molecular structure, exceptionally soluble in water, and the solution goes through the stomach to intestine with great speed. Compared to traditional carbohydrate sources like glucose, it is clinically proven to enhance stamina, reduce intestinal discomfort, reduce fatigue, and suppress inflammatory stress. Cluster Dextrin is changing the narrative on sports drinks, and the step up from yesterday’s sports drinks isn’t evolutionary, it’s revolutionary!
Glico Nutrition Co., Ltd.
Instant linseed powder
Functional Ingredients
Instant linseed powder
Instant linseed powder can be used in meat filling products, quick-frozen conditioning products and baked foods, so as to improve the taste, balance the nutrition and improve the health care function.
Qingdao Dehui Halobios Science And Technology Co., Ltd
Monk Fruit Erythritol Granule
Functional Ingredients
Monk Fruit Erythritol Granule
Monk Fruit Erythritol Granule can meet most cooking and baking needs. It is a wonderful sugar substitute, has the same sweetness of sugar, with 0 GI and 0 Net Carbs. Suitable for dental health protection against sugar, weight loss, weight control, friendly to diabetic consumers, and for everyone who want a healthier life.
Hunan Lohangar Technology Inc.
SteviAroma™
Functional Ingredients
SteviAroma™
SteviAroma™ retronasal flavor, synchronizes flavor, aroma and mouthfeel in reduced/zero-sugar products, enhancing flavor and full-bodied mouthfeel similar to full-sugar version. Suitable for all food and beverages, SteviAroma™ works well with natural and artificial sweeteners, catering to a full spectrum of sugar reduction goals. It is easy to use and label-friendly, ideal for Clean Label formulations. SteviAroma™ is in compliance with GB 30616-2014, IOFI Code of Practice, FDA (GRAS) in the USA, REGULATION(EC) No 1334/2008.
EPC Natural Products Co., Ltd.
Checkweigher
Other Innovative Products/Technologies
Checkweigher
Checkweigher is an on-line weight checking equipment which can detect the weight of products and realize the automatic elimination of unqualified products. InTechno's original high-speed and high-precision filter, dynamic and static zero-point automatic tracking system and high-speed AD processing module help realize the online detection speed of strain gauge sensor reaching 200 pieces per minute while ensuring stable accuracy, which greatly improves the detection efficiency and accuracy.Weighing ranges of 1Kg,3Kg and 30Kg are available.
InTechno Co., Ltd.
Contura® S400 Leak Detector for Packaging
Other Innovative Products/Technologies
Contura® S400 Leak Detector for Packaging
Contura S400 provides unique packaging leak detection solutions for the food industry.The first combination technology of vacuum attenuation and volume rate measurement can accurately and quickly detect the leakage rate without tracer gas and without causing damage to the package.The fastest 5S can complete a single set of 10um leak detection, with simple and clear test results, and the simple data management system can be connected in parallel with the production system.
INFICON (Guangzhou) Instruments Co., Ltd.
Aurora™ Ball Mill
Other Innovative Products/Technologies
Aurora™ Ball Mill
Applications: l Grinding of various masses like cocoa masses, compounds, chocolates, creams, fillings, coatings, spreads and nut masses Working principle: l Product flow from bottom to top of machine l Product size reduction by ball movements (impact and shear) Product Features / Benefits: l Pins on stator and rotor for highest grinding efficiency; Small gap between rotor and stator for best fineness distribution thanks to homogeneous energy distribution l Water cooling for rotor and stator for lowest product outlet temperature to avoid product flavor change l Close Chamber with pressure unit. Even power input into product leads to even fineness and stable quality l On pass grinding process, to achieve target fineness l Easy to clean and changeover l Small footprint l Energy efficiency
Bühler (Wuxi) Commercial Co., LTD
High Barrier Coffee Capsule Packaging
Packaging design
High Barrier Coffee Capsule Packaging
Eka Global develops innovation packaging of coffee capsules customized for Coffee Now that deliver a distinct advantage at the shelf to 2 years, strengthen brand identity in the minds of consumers and help brand owners optimize speed-to- market strategies. The pproprietary co-extruded structure of the capsule can effectively block oxygen, water, air and UV light, ensure the aroma and flavor of coffee powder in the capsule.
Eka Global (Suzhou) Packaging Co., Ltd.
Ecolean ambient packages in portion size
Packaging design
Ecolean ambient packages in portion size
Aseptic packaging brings healthy, flavourful and exciting food to people all over the world. These products can travel long distance, handle harsh environments and withstand long-term storage at ambient temperatures. Ecolean® Air Aseptic package in portion size are available in four different sizes: 125ml, 200ml, 250ml, 350ml and Ecolean® Air Aseptic Clear package are available in 200ml, 250ml. Ecolean ambient packages in portion size are recommended by the Swedish Rheumatism Association as easy-to-use and easy-to-open.
Ecolean (Tianjin) Co., Ltd.
High-efficiency anti-dust counting machine
Packaging Equipment & Coding
High-efficiency anti-dust counting machine
Efficient anti dust granule machine is mainly composed of hopper, 3 vibration feeding device, 3 efficient dust collection device, the electric box (count), blanking system (doors, material mouth), lift mechanism, lack of detection device, detection device, removing device, frame, touch acousto-optic alarm system and pneumatic control system, etc.
Nanjing Bisonite Intelligent Technology Co., LTD
Blowing-Labeling-Filling-Capping Monobloc
Packaging Equipment & Coding
Blowing-Labeling-Filling-Capping Monobloc
Blower-Labeler-Filler-Capper Monobloc efficiently integrates blow molding,labeling, filling and capping machines in one block. It is the most dvanced technology in Asia. It enabled the blowing, labeling, filling and capping working in the same block, which reduces the conveyors in between these machines, increase the space utilization and machine efficiency. The excellent performance of the blower-labeler-filler-capper monobloc is the best solution for you.
Guangzhou Tech-Long Packaging Machinery Co., Ltd.
Greatview® Smart Packaging Traceability Solution
Packaging Equipment & Coding
Greatview® Smart Packaging Traceability Solution
Greatview® Smart Packaging makes it possible to print unique QR code on each individual carton, which gives each carton a unique ID and can direct consumers to interactive sites that can contain product information. granular traceability, marketing activities and competitions, to engage consumers and also enable information rich, real-time and two-way communication between consumers and brands. Greatview® Smart Packaging provides a innovative and digital solution to support customers in traceability, marketing, big data analysis and operation management.
Greatview Beijing Trading Co., Ltd.
Moon Cake Packing Line
Packaging Equipment & Coding
Moon Cake Packing Line
Moon cake packaging production line consisting of Apollo robot, Athena robot and other mechanical structures.After feeding multiple sets of moon cake boxes to the production line at one time, the Apollo robot is used to sort and load moon cakes at high speed. At the same time, the moon cake box is covered with the high precision of the Athena robot. Packaging efficiency has improved significantly, bringing great benefits to customers.
QKM Technology (Dongguan) Co., Ltd.
Full automatic rotary high speed visual inspection full servo positioning self-adhesive labeling machine
Packaging Equipment & Coding
Full automatic rotary high speed visual inspection full servo positioning self-adhesive labeling machine
1. This machine is suitable for round barrel, square barrel, flat barrel, special-shaped barrel, single-side, double-side, full-circle, positioning and labeling. 2. Servo motor is used to pull out the bottle star wheel to separate the bottle, which can effectively prevent the bottle body from scratching. 3. Touch-operated stepless speed change system, only need to set the production capacity on the man-machine interface, the speed of feeding, separating bottle star wheel and entering and leaving star wheel will change correspondingly, no need to adjust each part separately. 4. Using the German Active surveillance (Basler) camera to collect positioning points and Servo Motor, through the PLC system control to achieve precise positioning labeling 5. It adopts 750W high-power, powerful and ultra-small inertia servo motor to send the bid, the speed of sending the bid can reach 60m / Min; 6. Standard Feeder: three-column structure, 8-dimensional adjustment, three-stage spring clutch control, independent Servo Motor to recover the backing paper, uniform force, to prevent the backing paper from breaking, 1:1 design for the feeding plate and backing paper watch plate, the backing sheet tray can hold three rolls of backing sheet at a time. 7. Automatic centralized lubrication system, the main movement of the Shaft Regular Automatic Lubrication, easy maintenance to extend the service life.
Guangzhou Ruiyang Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd.
Starbloc
Packaging Equipment & Coding
Starbloc
Starbloc is integrating four modules: bottle blowing, labeling, filling and capping, which can be applying to PET bottles sizing from 200ml to 2500ml. The capacity can reach 53000BPH to meet the high-level production demand for different products, such as water, carbonated beverages, condiments and dairy products.
Jiangsu Newamstar Packaging Machinery Co., Ltd.
DSM (China) Co., Ltd
Processing Ingredients
BakeZyme® Fresh XL and BakeZyme® Master
BakeZyme® Fresh XL and BakeZyme® Master is a new range of BakeZyme® solutions(maltogenic amylase) for all your freshness challenges for baked product. l BakeZyme® Fresh XL is an innovative enzyme for industrial bread producers looking to significantly improve softness, moistness and resilience in on-the-go baked goods such as sweet buns and white bread sandwiches. l Bakezyme® Master helps bakers to produce bread with supreme resilience, delayed staling, more softness during shelf life and proven sensory benefits (e.g. even after 7 days, bread has a softer crumb and is more moisty). What's more, this solution particularly increases the foldability in baked products like tortilla wraps, preventing cracking at folding points. With BakeZyme® Fresh XL and BakeZyme® Master in baked product, manufacturers can delay staling of bread to extend the shelf life of bread, it supports industry players in actively reducing food waste.
DSM (China) Co., Ltd