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SPX FLOW and SIG Expand Collaboration in Dubai

SPX FLOW, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is taking significant steps to enhance its operations in the Middle East through a strategic partnership with SIG. This collaboration focuses on expanding testing capabilities by upgrading the APV processing equipment located at the SIG Test Filling Center in Dubai. This center is part of the broader SIG Customer Experience Hub and aims to support the growing food and beverage industry in the region.

The recent enhancements allow for advanced trials in various areas, particularly fermentation processes essential to the local dietary preferences. Specifically, these changes cater to the unique food and beverage needs of the regional market. This is a crucial development considering the increasing demand from international clients for sophisticated product testing solutions.

Enhancements to the Test Filling Center

The newly improved pilot line includes a FlexMix Instant vacuum mixer, which streamlines the process of preparing complex formulations. Alongside this, the line features a multi-UHT pilot system designed for thermal treatment, capable of processing up to 1,000 liters of test product per hour. This initial installation marked SPX FLOW’s entry of APV thermal and mixing technologies into the Middle East, highlighting the region's potential market opportunities.

Thomas Leroy, the Global Head of Innovation Centers at SPX FLOW, commented on this growth: “With the increasing interest and requests from our clients, we recognized the need to expand our testing capabilities. The new fermentation and clean-in-place upgrades will significantly enhance our support for faster product development.”

The expansion includes a dual APV CIP station, a crucial step towards improved sanitary product testing, and a cutting-edge fermentation line incorporating a 1,000 L tank specifically designed for viscous products such as yogurts. To maintain quality, the line also integrates an APV plate heat exchanger cooler, ensuring premium quality in dairy or plant-based production.

A Commitment to Quality and Efficiency

Christian Derusco, the Head of Technical Service Innovation for IMEA at SIG, emphasized the significance of these upgrades: “This advancement notably boosts our SIG Test Filling Center's capabilities. By refining our existing systems, we have enhanced the efficiency rate of test filling while also providing our customers with processing data that mirror full-scale factory conditions.” This capability is particularly critical for both aseptic fermented and fresh fermented dairy products.

As several successful trials are already ongoing, the Test Filling Center remains a vital hub for SPX FLOW and SIG, acting as a catalyst for innovation from formulation through to packaging solutions. The complete commissioning of these advanced facilities is expected to be finalized early next month, further accelerating collaborative development.

About SPX FLOW and SIG

SPX FLOW prides itself on creating innovative and sustainable solutions across various industries. With a footprint in over 25 countries, they specialize in critical process technologies that support nutrition, health, and industrial markets, emphasizing their commitment to quality and efficiency.

SIG, established in 1853 and headquartered in Neuhausen, Switzerland, is recognized for its groundbreaking packaging solutions. With a focus on sustainability, SIG aims to enhance food and beverage safety and access through innovative practices and technologies.

For those keen on more insights regarding SPX FLOW's Innovation Centers globally, the company urges you to visit their official website. This collaboration exemplifies how strategic partnerships can lead to enhanced capabilities that meet the evolving demands of the food and beverage sector in the Middle East and beyond.