As consumer demand for sustainable, vegetable-based protein sources continues to grow, processors have an opportunity to deliver high-quality ingredients that can successfully compete with traditional animal proteins. We are seeing this shift first-hand and thought our partnership with Schule we are helping to bring the technology behind some of the world’s most advanced alternative protein facilities to the UK market.
A recent success story from Schule highlights the scale of this opportunity. Golden Fields Alternative Protein has recently commissioned a state-of-the-art plant dedicated to the production of vegetable proteins. This facility isn’t just processing grain; it is transforming peas and beans into high-value protein concentrates. These ingredients serve as the foundation for products like plant-based “meat” to protein-enriched snacks and dairy alternatives.
Processing pulses and legumes for protein extraction is a delicate science. Unlike traditional milling, the goal here is “fractionation”, separating protein from starch without damaging the nutritional profile of the product.
High-purity separation: Removing the outer hulls of peas and beans with surgical precision to ensure the cleanest possible input for protein extraction.
Sustainable processing: Modern consumers don’t just want plant-based food; they want it produced sustainably. These plants are designed to minimize energy waste and maximize the use of every part of the crop.
Scalability: As the market grows, processors need systems that can handle large volumes while maintaining the strict quality standards required by global food brands.
The UK is at the forefront of the plant-based movement, with one of the most developed markets for meat alternatives in Europe. For UK processors and farmers, this represents a significant commercial opportunity to add value to home-grown crops like peas and faba beans. By leveraging Schule’s global experience in “alternative protein” plants, we can help UK food producers design and implement processing lines that are ready for the future of food.
The plant-based market moves fast, and having the right technical partner is essential. Whether you are exploring the feasibility of a new protein extraction line or looking to upgrade your current cleaning and dehulling capabilities for pulses, we are here to support you. Turner Process Equipment provides the UK’s link to Schule’s world-leading protein processing technology, ensuring your facility is ready for the plant-based revolution.
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