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  30/08/2024 | Technology

Processing of alternative vegan raw materials with WDS confectionery machines

The company offers chocolate recipes without animal ingredients Winkler und Dünnebier Süßwarenmaschinen (WDS) provides support from the initial product idea through to implementation in production. Extensive trials are carried out to determine the necessary parameters. Those that are important for determining the quality of the products later on include, for example, the diameter of the pistons, the design of the nozzle plate and the necessary vibration and cooling times. During implementation on a large-scale plant, the product is configured with the help of confectionery technologists. WDS chocolate plants enable almost limitless combinations of shapes, fillings and colours. Our flexible and customised plant technology makes it possible to produce nearly any product, from simple tablets to complex pralines, products made with the One-Shot or Triple-Shot method, and products with or without fillings and ingredients. This allows you to respond swiftly to the demanding market at any time and offer the products demanded by retailers and end consumers. When manufacturing vegan chocolates, measures must be taken to avoid cross-contamination. Here, the strict separation of production lines and special cleaning procedures and checks are essential. Vegan chocolate has clearly developed from a niche product to an important segment in the chocolate industry. The increasing demand for sustainably produced food is driving innovation in production and plant technology. Despite the challenges involved, vegan chocolates offer growing potential for manufacturers and a sensible alternative for consumers who are unwilling to compromise on flavour.