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SUMMARY:Petfood Forum 2027
DESCRIPTION:A dedicated meeting place for the pet food industry\nPetfood Forum 2027 will bring pet food manufacturers\, ingredient suppliers\, equipment providers\, researchers and industry specialists together in Kansas City from 26 to 28 April. Unlike broader food-industry exhibitions\, Petfood Forum is entirely dedicated to pet food production\, processing\, nutrition\, packaging and market development. \nThe event combines a specialist exhibition with technical presentations\, workshops and networking opportunities. Its international reach continues to grow\, with the 2026 edition attracting 3\,600 attendees and 381 exhibitors from 43 countries. \nBetter ingredient handling starts inside the plant\nModern pet food facilities process a wide range of raw materials\, proteins\, liquids\, powders\, supplements and by-products. These materials must be received\, separated\, stored and moved between production stages without creating unnecessary hygiene risks or operational delays. \nSæplast develops reusable handling solutions for the pet food industry. The product range is designed for demanding production environments where strength\, cleanability and reliable daily handling are essential. \nDifferent pet food formats create different production requirements. Dry\, wet\, fresh\, raw and freeze-dried products may each require specific approaches to ingredient separation\, temperature control and internal transport. Selecting the right container capacity\, construction and handling configuration can help create a more controlled production process. \nBuilt for strength and hygienic cleaning\nSæplast tubs and containers combine robust polyethylene construction with smooth\, seamless surfaces that are quick to clean and easy to sanitise. Rounded internal corners help reduce areas where ingredients or product residue can collect. \nThe containers are built to withstand repeated filling\, emptying\, lifting\, stacking and washing. This durability can reduce replacement frequency and help pet food manufacturers avoid disruptions caused by damaged or unreliable equipment. \nColour-coded containers can support visual management within the facility. Different colours may be assigned to specific ingredients\, recipes\, departments or hygiene zones\, helping employees identify materials and maintain separation procedures. \nPractical movement throughout production\nFor smaller batches and mobile handling\, Sæplast food-processing buggies provide a lightweight and hygienic way to move ingredients and products between workstations. Their smooth movement and quiet operation can make everyday handling easier for production teams. \nSæplast plastic pallets support organised storage and material movement in production and warehouse areas. Unlike wooden alternatives\, plastic pallets do not absorb moisture or introduce splinters and loose nails into controlled food-manufacturing environments. \nTogether\, tubs\, buggies\, pallets\, lids and accessories can form a consistent handling system across receiving\, preparation\, processing\, storage and dispatch. \nMeet Sæplast at Petfood Forum 2027\nPetfood Forum provides an opportunity to discuss practical handling challenges with the Sæplast team. Visitors can review container options based on ingredient type\, batch size\, cleaning requirements\, handling equipment and available production space. \nAttending Petfood Forum 2027? Contact the Sæplast team to arrange a meeting in Kansas City.
URL:https://www.saeplast.com/event/petfood-forum-2027/
LOCATION:Kansas City Convention Center\, 301 West 13th Street\, Kansas City\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:PET FOOD
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SUMMARY:Expo ANTAD 2027
DESCRIPTION:Meet Sæplast at Expo ANTAD 2027 in Guadalajara\nExpo ANTAD brings together the businesses responsible for getting products onto shelves\, into professional kitchens\, and through complex distribution networks across Mexico and Latin America. Scheduled to take place from 27 to 29 April 2027 at Expo Guadalajara\, the exhibition connects retailers\, wholesalers\, foodservice operators\, importers\, distributors\, manufacturers\, and suppliers in one of the region’s largest commercial meeting places for retail and HoReCa. \nIts exhibition areas cover food and beverages\, fresh and healthy products\, bakery\, technology\, hygiene\, general merchandise\, and equipment. This broad scope makes Expo ANTAD particularly relevant for companies looking beyond individual products to the systems that support safe\, efficient\, and reliable food supply chains. \nRetail performance starts before products reach the shelf\nConsumers encounter food at the final point of sale\, but its quality depends on everything that happens beforehand. Raw materials and finished products may pass through processing facilities\, refrigerated storage\, distribution centers\, wholesale markets\, retail backrooms\, and professional kitchens before reaching the customer. \nAt every stage\, handling equipment plays a practical role. Containers must protect products\, support hygiene procedures\, fit existing storage systems\, and withstand repeated movement. Poorly designed or damaged equipment can lead to product loss\, difficult cleaning\, inefficient use of space\, and unnecessary replacement costs. \nSæplast provides food-processing containers and handling solutions designed for these demanding environments. The focus is on helping businesses maintain product integrity while improving the way food and ingredients move through their operations. \nReusable containers for temperature-sensitive products\nFresh\, chilled\, and frozen foods require careful handling throughout the supply chain. Changes in temperature\, contamination risks\, physical impacts\, and excessive handling can all affect product quality and commercial value. \nSæplast tubs and reusable containers are manufactured for intensive daily use in food production\, cold storage\, and distribution. Insulated models can help protect temperature-sensitive products during handling and temporary storage\, while robust polyethylene construction provides resistance to impacts and demanding operating conditions. \nSmooth\, non-porous surfaces and rounded internal corners support effective washing and sanitation. This is particularly important for businesses handling meat\, seafood\, dairy products\, ingredients\, prepared foods\, and other perishable goods where hygiene cannot be separated from operational performance. \nDifferent capacities and configurations allow companies to select equipment suited to their products\, available space\, handling methods\, and transport requirements. Stackable designs can also help make better use of warehouse and vehicle capacity when containers are full or awaiting use. \nSupporting movement through warehouses and facilities\nEfficient distribution depends on products moving predictably between receiving\, storage\, preparation\, picking\, and dispatch. Material-handling equipment should support that movement without creating unnecessary delays or manual work. \nSæplast plastic pallets provide a durable and washable foundation for food logistics and warehouse operations. Unlike wooden alternatives\, plastic pallets do not absorb moisture or introduce splinters and loose nails into controlled environments. Their consistent dimensions can support organised storage and dependable mechanical handling. \nFor movement within food production areas\, retail preparation facilities\, and professional kitchens\, Sæplast material-handling buggies offer a mobile solution for ingredients\, products\, and by-products. Their hygienic construction and manoeuvrable design can help employees transfer materials between work areas while supporting cleaner and more organised workflows. \nUsing compatible containers\, pallets\, lids\, and handling accessories can also help businesses introduce greater standardisation across their operations. This can simplify stacking\, washing\, storage\, internal transport\, and equipment management. \nGreater visibility across reusable container fleets\nReusable containers deliver the greatest value when businesses know where they are and how they are being used. This becomes especially important when equipment moves between production sites\, warehouses\, distribution partners\, stores\, and customers. \nSæplast container-tracking solutions can incorporate RFID tags\, barcodes\, or QR codes to improve asset identification and fleet visibility. Better information can help businesses understand container circulation\, reduce losses\, manage inventory\, and identify where additional equipment is needed. \nTracking also supports a more structured approach to reusable transport packaging. Instead of treating containers as disposable items\, companies can manage them as long-term operational assets that are cleaned\, maintained\, returned\, and placed back into circulation. \nBuilt for long-term operational value\nThe cost of handling equipment is not limited to its purchase price. Service life\, cleaning time\, product damage\, storage efficiency\, and replacement frequency all influence the total cost of ownership. \nSæplast products are designed to remain in service through repeated handling and demanding cleaning routines. Their reusable construction can reduce dependence on short-life alternatives while helping businesses limit waste and avoid frequent replacement purchases. \nFor retailers\, foodservice suppliers\, processors\, and distributors\, that durability supports a more consistent supply chain. Equipment that performs reliably helps teams concentrate on product quality\, fulfilment\, and customer service rather than dealing with preventable handling problems. \nDiscuss your food-handling requirements in Guadalajara\nExpo ANTAD provides an opportunity to look behind the finished products on display and consider the infrastructure required to move them safely through the market. For Sæplast\, the exhibition is a valuable setting for conversations about cold-chain handling\, food safety\, warehouse organisation\, reusable packaging\, and distribution efficiency. \nVisitors can discuss their current equipment\, operational challenges\, and future capacity requirements with the Sæplast team. Whether the priority is temperature protection\, sanitation\, internal movement\, container tracking\, or longer equipment life\, the discussion can begin with the way products actually travel through the business. \nPlanning to attend Expo ANTAD 2027? Contact the Sæplast team to arrange a meeting in Guadalajara.
URL:https://www.saeplast.com/event/expo-antad-2027/
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SUMMARY:AquaNor 2027
DESCRIPTION:Meet Sæplast at Aqua Nor 2027 in Trondheim\nAquaculture continues to grow\, but growth places greater demands on every part of the production system. Fish welfare\, harvesting capacity\, temperature control\, hygiene\, traceability\, labour requirements\, and efficient use of resources must all be managed without compromising product quality. \nThese challenges will be central to Aqua Nor 2027\, taking place from 24 to 26 August at Trondheim Spektrum in Norway. Since its establishment in 1979\, Aqua Nor has developed into the world’s largest exhibition dedicated to aquaculture technology. Recent editions have attracted approximately 25\,000 visitors from as many as 80 countries\, bringing together fish farmers\, seafood producers\, equipment suppliers\, researchers\, investors\, and technology providers from the global aquaculture sector. \nTechnology across the aquaculture value chain\nAqua Nor covers far more than farming equipment. The exhibition presents systems and services connected to breeding\, feed\, fish health\, biomass control\, cage technology\, vessels\, harvesting\, processing\, logistics\, and seafood handling. \nThe 2027 exhibition will extend across Trondheim Spektrum and the surrounding outdoor areas. Aqua Nor also provides an on-water exhibition close to the main venue\, allowing vessels\, cages\, feed barges\, and other floating installations to be demonstrated in the environment for which they were developed. \nThis combination makes Aqua Nor a practical place to compare technologies and examine how different parts of an aquaculture operation work together. It also creates opportunities to discuss the less visible equipment that connects harvesting\, processing\, storage\, and transport. \nProtecting quality after harvesting\nThe condition of farmed fish can change quickly once harvesting begins. Time\, temperature\, physical handling\, hygiene\, and the number of transfers between pieces of equipment can all influence the quality and value of the final product. \nReliable containers help establish greater control during these critical stages. They can be used to separate batches\, move chilled raw materials\, manage ingredients and by-products\, and transfer seafood safely between harvesting\, processing\, storage\, and dispatch. \nSæplast has more than four decades of experience developing equipment for demanding fish and seafood operations. This experience is reflected in products designed to perform in cold\, wet\, and physically demanding environments where strength\, hygiene\, and dependable handling are essential. \nInsulated containers for aquaculture and seafood handling\nSæplast tubs and insulated containers are developed for repeated industrial use. Their robust construction helps them withstand impacts\, forklift handling\, stacking\, washing\, and the demands of continuous daily operation. \nInsulation can help maintain more stable product temperatures and reduce ice melt during handling and storage. This is particularly valuable when harvested fish or temperature-sensitive materials must remain chilled while waiting for processing or transport. \nThe internal design of a container is equally important. Smooth\, non-porous surfaces and rounded corners make Sæplast containers easier to clean and sanitise. This supports effective hygiene routines and reduces the number of difficult areas where organic material can collect. \nDifferent sizes\, designs\, and handling configurations allow businesses to choose containers suited to their production volumes\, available floor space\, lifting equipment\, and logistical requirements. The right selection can improve product protection while making everyday handling more consistent. \nEquipment that supports the complete process\nAquaculture businesses rarely rely on a single container type. Hatcheries\, farms\, harvesting facilities\, wellboats\, processing plants\, and logistics providers can each have different requirements. \nSæplast provides a wider material-handling system that includes durable plastic pallets\, mobile food-processing buggies\, lids\, and accessories. These products can support organised movement between receiving\, grading\, processing\, packing\, cold storage\, and dispatch. \nStandardising equipment across different areas can simplify washing\, stacking\, storage\, and mechanical handling. It can also make it easier to train employees\, plan production layouts\, and manage equipment across multiple facilities. \nFor companies operating internationally or moving containers between farms\, processors\, and logistics partners\, Sæplast tracking solutions can provide greater visibility. RFID tags\, barcodes\, and QR codes can support container identification\, inventory management\, and traceability while helping reduce equipment losses. \nStrength designed for long-term use\nContainers used in aquaculture and seafood processing face repeated impacts\, heavy loads\, low temperatures\, frequent washing\, and exposure to demanding working conditions. Equipment that cracks or deforms prematurely creates more than a purchasing expense. It can interrupt workflows\, complicate cleaning\, and increase operational risk. \nSæplast containers are built to remain in service for many years. Their durability can reduce replacement frequency and provide stronger value over the full working life of the equipment. \nSuitable products can also be supported through professional repair services\, helping customers extend container life instead of replacing damaged equipment unnecessarily. At the end of a polyethylene container’s usable life\, it can be renewed or processed through Sæplast container recycling services\, subject to product condition and local availability. \nThis lifecycle approach allows aquaculture businesses to consider durability\, maintenance\, reuse\, and material recovery as connected parts of their equipment strategy. \nPractical conversations in Trondheim\nThe most valuable discussions at Aqua Nor often begin with a specific operational problem. A business may need to reduce ice consumption\, improve sanitation\, protect harvested fish from unnecessary pressure\, move products more efficiently\, or gain better control over a large container fleet. \nThe Sæplast team will be available to discuss these requirements and help visitors evaluate container capacities\, materials\, handling features\, insulation\, stacking\, cleaning\, and tracking options. The aim is to identify equipment that fits the operation\, protects product quality\, and delivers reliable performance over time. \nAttending Aqua Nor 2027? Contact the Sæplast team to arrange a meeting in Trondheim.
URL:https://www.saeplast.com/event/aquanor-2027/
LOCATION:Trondheim Spektrum\, Klostergata 90\, Trondheim\, 7030\, Norway
CATEGORIES:FISH & SEAFOOD
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