Project Overview Turner Process Equipment Ltd recently completed a significant upgrade at Avara Foods Ltd’s existing feed mill, implementing a new three-tier mixing system. This upgrade, forming Phase 1 of the feed mill enhancement project, was a design and construct contract aimed at improving the plant’s efficiency and capacity. Client Specifications and Project
Case Study: Turner Process Equipment Ltd. Client: Mole Valley Feed Solutions Ltd. Project: New RM Storage/Blending Bins – Design & Project Managed Contract Overview Turner Process Equipment Ltd. (TPE) was contracted by Mole Valley Feed Solutions Ltd. (MVFS) to upgrade their existing feed mill. This extensive project involved the design and project
Client Overview Avara Foods Ltd, a leading food production company, embarked on an ambitious upgrade project for their existing feed mill facility as part of Phase 2 of their expansion plans. Their goal was to enhance operational efficiency, improve pellet quality, and streamline production processes while minimising downtime. Project Scope and Challenges: Avara
A New Era! Turner Process Equipment Ltd in conjunction with CN Processing are pleased to announce the launch of our new Tempest range of seed treatment equipment. The Tempest is the latest in well proven batch treatment technology, available in two model sizes and capable of capacities up to 30 tonnes/hour. The Tempest has been
Recent innovations in food and beverage manufacturing have significantly transformed how products are processed, packaged, and supplied in 2024. These changes are timely and specifically designed to address consumer concerns regarding cost, health, and environmental sustainability. Six major food & beverage manufacturing trends in 2024 To make sure you’re not left behind, let’s take a
In the fast-paced world of food manufacturing, combating inflation is a top concern for businesses. As prices of raw materials and operational costs continue to rise, it’s imperative for food manufacturing companies to adapt and innovate. Here, we discuss strategies for the industry to embrace change and stay resilient in the face of inflation. The
In manufacturing, choosing the right equipment is key to maximising efficiency and productivity. Do that, and you’ll keep clients happy and stop them from looking at one of your competitors. How to choose the right industrial process equipment. But before investing in new tools and machinery, you must do your homework first. To do that,
The dairy alternatives market is thriving and enjoying record levels of growth. Across all market sectors whether it’s vegan milk, cream, cheese, or ice cream, the industry is booming with more people able to enjoy a broader range of vegan products than ever before. The rise of plant-based milk Until recently, market demand for dairy-free
As we all know, there is no Planet B, and with global consumption of raw materials set to double to 167 Gigatonnes by 2060, the environmental damage caused by human consumption is increasingly severe. Gone are the days when green production was a method of brand positioning favoured by niche businesses or the larger businesses
The storm created by Brexit, Covid 19, and the invasion of Ukraine looks to be reaching a crescendo in 2023. And nowhere more so than in the food industry, where the just-in-time supply chains are complex and global, and raw ingredients, energy and labour are tricky, to say the least. Energy costs soar Food
The environment and sustainability may have been important issues for a minority of people for a long, long time. However, it has seemed that, when it comes to the weekly shop, mainstream consumers have historically been more interested in value for money. Not anymore. More and more people are realising that how they spend
It’s probably no surprise to anyone that the food industry has been one of those most impacted by the surge in inflation of the past several months. Inflation is coming at the UK’s food and beverage manufacturers from every angle. A perfect storm for inflation Sixty per cent of the industry’s manufacturers report being
Whether it’s because people are concerned about animal welfare, climate change or their shopping bill, the demand for plant-based foods is reaching a tipping point, and food manufacturers need to be acutely aware of this growing phenomenon. Vegetarianism and conscious consumerism are no longer on the fringe of the consumer world. In the UK, it’s
Oats have been growing in importance as a cereal grain crop for a couple of decades now. Once mainly used just for porridge, muesli, and biscuit products, oats are now a vital ingredient in many plant-based foods and drinks. Indeed, oat milk is an increasingly popular alternative to dairy milk. Oats’ importance as a food
We are a nation that loves baked goods. Very few of us, only about 0.2% of the population, don’t buy bread. Indeed, about 30% of the goods in our shopping baskets have flour in. Between us, we get through 12 million loaves of bread, 5 million packets of biscuits, 4.5 million cakes, and 2 million
Over the past several decades, pets, particularly cats and dogs, have increasingly been treated as family members. The pet food market reflects this long standing trend. More people are willing to pay more for better quality pet food, but now some pet owners are also keen to buy products that better reflect their values. And
As food production processes become increasingly industrialised, requirements for flour become ever more precise. Quality control is crucial to delivering flours that meet the demands of food producers. From when grains arrive at the mill until customers use them for baking bread, you need to be carrying out checks. Flour has various characteristics which need
You’ve heard of organic farming, permaculture, maybe even biodynamic farming. But regenerative agriculture (aka regen ag) may be a new one to you. This new perspective on farming aims to revitalise the soil and the farm environment whilst also increasing food production and quality, and farmers’ incomes. The problem with soil Intensive farming practices deplete
Any process engineering project requires investment, especially when it comes to bespoke process solutions. These can cost significant amounts of money. So there is all the more reason to invest first in an accurate feasibility study. The point of such studies is to determine whether it is worth going ahead with the project. It doesn’t matter
Humans have been eating and using grains for thousands of years, more specifically over 75,000. Since then, we’ve got more advanced and been harvesting them for at least 11,000 years. The most common are wheat, rice, maize, barley, rye, oats, sorghum, millet, and buckwheat. Modern cereal processing is still based on the ancient methods of harvesting, storing
If there is one key driver for the 21st century business, it is sustainability. And nowhere more so than in animal agriculture. In 2013, the United Nations’ Trade and Environment Review cited agriculture as both a key driver and major victim of climate change. Animal agriculture is responsible for 14% of human-induced greenhouse gas emissions
Corn, or maize as we call it in the UK, is big business all over the world. In 2021 the world produced 1206.96 million metric tons of its favourite grain, up from 822,712,527 metric tons in 2008. In Britain, we may have cornflakes for breakfast, a bag or two of popcorn at the cinema, and
Did you know that food production is responsible for 76% of greenhouse gas emissions, and of those emissions 18% come from food processing? Or that UK supermarkets produce 114 billion tonnes of single-use plastic a year? No wonder eating locally and seasonally are becoming mainstream. To be local, foods must be grown within a few
Quietly, under our feet, without most of us even noticing, a problem has been reaching crisis point. Our soil has become so degraded since the introduction of intensive farming in the early 20thcentury that we are teetering on the brink of being unable to save it. Soil may seem like nothing much, but it is
Whenever we visit our local supermarket or convenience store, we expect our favourite foods to be readily available and sitting on the shelves. But what if our favourite foods and ingredients were to become scarce, and not available to buy so easily? Should we be in anyway concerned about the continued supply of foods that
In the most significant change to farming and land management in 50 years, the UK government plans to deliver a better, fairer farming system in England. The aim is to transform the way in which farmers are supported. Changes will come into force over a seven-year period to help farmers adapt and plan for the
Extreme weather conditions across the UK during 2020 have resulted in the country’s worst wheat harvest in 40 years. The effects of a poor harvest are having an impact across a broad range of farming and food industries. These unforgiving conditions combined with looming concerns over Brexit have left UK arable farmers anxious for the
In recent years, the popularity of veganism has rapidly increased, with many high-profile celebrities, athletes and a plethora of social influencers promoting the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. More people are now experimenting with or following a plant-based diet, which means they have chosen to become vegetarian, pescatarian or vegan. A 2022 survey of UK
Plant installation and commissioning Turner Process Equipment in conjunction with Amandus Kahl, have recently designed, supplied and installed a new digestate pelleting plant for a large renewable energy producer in East Anglia. Process design and equipment supply The process design and equipment supply commenced at the outlet of the client’s existing raw material dryers through
During the tough and challenging times of 2020, Turner Process Equipment have been able to remain open to ensure our clients, customers and end users have access to spare parts, consumables, after sales service and essential technical support. Since the UK lockdown restrictions were eased in early summer, all UK staff have now returned to
. Designed and manufactured in the UK Turner Process Equipment design, manufacture and assemble an extensive range of pre-cleaning and cleaning equipment for applications within the bulk commodity, cereal, food and materials processing and handling industries. Enhanced productivity The Turner GP-Series Sieve Unit provides a versatile cleaning solution designed to enhance both productivity and efficiency.
GDE Associates (UK), sister company of Turner Process Equipment, has been actively involved in the design and project management of a new odour reduction system for a pet food manufacturing plant located in Welwyn Garden City. Complaints of odours being emitted by a pet food plant had been received by the environmental health department of
Digestate is a nutrient-rich, renewable energy pellet produced by the anaerobic digestion of organic bio-waste such as energy crops, food stuffs, and straw products. Following the processing and drying of digestate, it can be used as for renewable energy fuel products, organic fertiliser, and animal bedding. Effective production To enable the effective production of biomass
Hundreds of thousands of shipping containers regularly arrive and depart from the UK carrying all manners of diverse products, bulk commodities and consumables. Transporting bulk product The ubiquitous container has become a highly effective way of transporting bulk commodities such as malted barley, cereal grains, coffee beans, plastic pellets, and many others bulk products Container
We have a new website and will be updating it regularly so please bookmark it and remember to come back soon!