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Plantain (Musa paradisiaca) 🍃 is a nutritional powerhouse, rich in carbohydrates, iron, protein, and Vitamin A, and has medicinal benefits. As we embrace plantain’s versatility, food producers must tackle plastic packaging's environmental impact. While plastic reduces food waste and extends shelf life, innovative eco-friendly solutions are essential for a sustainable future. Let’s integrate nutritious plantains with responsible packaging for a greener tomorrow. Stay Informed with Our Weekly Insights: Tech-Knowledge – Your Source for the Latest in the F&B Industry!

www.pmg.engineering Vol .03-Issue .29-July 2024 TECH-KNOWLEDGE The Official PMG Engineering Newsletter FOOD & BEVERAGE INDUSTRY ENGINEERING & DESIGN SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY A PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION B U I L D W O R L D C L A S S F O O D F A C T O R I E S PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION Vol .03-Issue .29-July 2024 CONTENTS 1. WHITE PAPER 1. WHITE PAPER A. Plantain- An Introduction A. Electrical panel B. Packaging and Plastics in Sustainable Food B. Frozen Dessert Production 2. INDUSTRY BUZZ 2. INDUSTRY BUZZ Latest Food Industry News Updates Latest Food Industry News Updates 3. WEEKS HIGHLIGHT 3. WEEKS HIGHLIGHT A Look Into The Main Events Of The Week A Look Into The Main Events Of The Week 4. DID YOU KNOW? 4. DID YOU KNOW? Fascinating Food Facts To Expand Fascinating Food Facts To Expand Knowledge Knowledge 2-5 6-7 8 9-12 PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION Vol .03-Issue .29-July 2024 Plantain- An Introduction Introduction Health Benefits of Plantain to monocotyledonous its botanical name is a staple family, Plantain belongs is Musa Genus Musa and paradiciaca. Plantain food grown throughout the tropical and subtropical region. It is ubiquitous in India so it is available throughout the year. is major source of carbohydrate, It vitamins and minerals. Plantain is highly perishable. It possesses wide variety o f flavors. It can either be used for the domestic consumptions as well as it is used for making Plantain flour, Biscuits, cakes, Bread, Pan- cakes etc. It is a cheap source of iron, protein and Vitamin A. Plantain has nutritional as well as medicinal values. It can be used for the treatment of diabetes, sore- throat, diarrhea, vomiting, apart from that it is major diet in the production of soya- musa which can be used in the treatment of kwashiorkor. Types of plantain French Plantain French horn False horn Horn Plantain Antioxidant is rich in Vitamin C which acts as an Plantain antioxidant. Antioxidant helps in boosting our immune system. Protects your body from free radical damage that associated with aging, heart disease, and even some types of cancer. Potassium Plantain contains high amount of potassium which is for maintaining cells, regulates body essential electrolytes and the body fluid that controls our heart rate and blood pressure. Fiber Plantain contains Fiber which helps in lowering our cholesterol level, achieves optimal digestion and keeps your heart functioning properly. Vitamin B 6 content Plantain contains good amount of Vitamin B 6 which helps to reduce cardio-vascular risk and improve mood. Plantain is rich source of complex carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, so are easily digestible. is good source of vitamin C, Vitamin B 6, It Magnesium, Potassium. It is the best way to add fiber and carbohydrate in your diet. PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION READ MORE.... Vol .03-Issue .29-July 2024 sanitary napkins are made 4. Sanitary napkins Disposable from Synthetic material and plastic, which takes many years to decompose. If we will burn this disposable napkin, then it emits very hazardous gas and carcinogenic fumes. This will cause air pollution and harm the environment. So, banana and papain are used to make natural sanitary napkins so that it can fiber has excellent decompose easily. Banana absorption properties and composite banana powder allows to make hygienic napkins. Sparkle pads is an Indian brand of banana sanitary napkin, using locally sourced ingredients such as banana fiber, corn based bio- plastic etc. Byproducts from Plantain 1. Plantain flour: This plantain flour can be used to make Biscuits, cakes, Bread, Pan- Cakes as well as pudding. 2. Plantain Noodles and Pasta Plantain can also be used to make plantain Pasta as well as Plantain noodles. Preparation of Plantain Pasta and Plantain noodles is almost similar. Generally green plantain is used to make pasta and noodles, because they have neutral taste then yellow ones. Yellow plantain is sweeter in taste. 3. Plantain porridge Plantain contains good amount of essential nutrients to keep babies thieve and healthier. They contain ascorbic acid which is good for the eyesight of babies. Plantain also boosts the immune system of infants. Ripe plantain can easily be mashed up once PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION Vol .03-Issue .29-July 2024 Packaging and Plastics in Sustainable Food Production PROTEIN FUNCTIONALIZATION PROTEIN FUNCTIONALIZATION Introduction for packaging Food manufacturers, producers and retailers should start paying attention to the increasing ill effects of plastics used food products. All the stakeholders has an urgent role to play in limiting the impact of climate change, especially when it comes to finding the sweet spot of reducing both food waste and plastic use. The complexity comes from the fact that plastic plays an important role in modern-day food production. It can be advocated that its pros outweighs its cons. It has a crucial role in preventing food from becoming waste; makes the concept of farm to fridge over thousands of kilometers a reality, and most importantly it increases the time of a food remaining eatable. Standards present for the cause To achieve sustainability, judicious use of plastics packaging resources are very much needed. One such way is to implement ISO 14001 to develop and put in place a waste reduction plan in the facility. The standard supports manufacturing environmental the producers find ways to reduce ways and rethink the design of the packaging, while simultaneously benefiting from cost savings. practice, helping best Alternatives to Conventional Plastics Packaging Because of the harmful effects of plastics, there are several research ongoing for developing sustainable alternatives to plastics. These special classes of polymers displays comparable mechanical properties as that of plastics such as tensile strength, rupture strength, bursting strength, etc. and therefore promises a lot in the field of packaging technology. In addition to that, some classes are also biodegradable. These bioplastics, named so as they are sourced from organic matter, are capable of undergoing decomposition into carbon dioxide, methane, water, inorganic compounds, or biomass in which predominant mechanism is the enzymatic action of these microorganisms. Depending on plastics may be classified as being either bio-based or petrochemical-based. The former are mostly biodegradable by nature and produced (plants, animals or microorganisms) such as polysaccharides (e.g. Starch, cellulose, lignin, and chitin), proteins (e.g. gelatine, casein, wheat gluten, silk, and wool) and lipids (e.g. plant oils and animal oils). However, it is also true that the diversity of biodegradable materials and their varying properties makes it difficult to make simple, generic assessments such as biodegradable products are all ‘good’ or petrochemical-based products are all ‘bad’. from natural origins their origins, PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION READ MORE.... Vol .03-Issue .29-July 2024 The 3 R’s Ways to level up the 3 R’s concepts Recycling, Reusing, and Reducing are of paramount importance. The packaging can be operated in a more sustainable manner. By turning the packages into recyclable-ready solutions, by having a scope on pooling systems and by reducing thus the amount of packaging materials and minimizing the impact of the environment. Food packaging plays a crucial role in preventing food waste, which carries a much larger environmental impact than the packaging itself. The producer should never see the packaging as a separate identity; it must be viewed as a highly functional part of the product. Adapting the packaging should never lead to more food waste. On the contrary, so if packaging isn’t crucial (for e.g. packing individual entities), the producer should not use it. And when packaging for maintaining the freshness and quality of a product, the most sustainable way must be opted. indispensable absolutely is There are majorly three ways the 3 R’s can be properly implemented: Development of new packaging concepts in both B2B and B2C focusing on food waste; functional design to empty packaging materials completely and reduce food spills. Explore conceptually new biobased materials derived from waste streams (for example: sugar cane bagasse, and micella from mushrooms) for trays and rigid packaging applications buckets. Re-think plastic materials used for stretching and shrinking applications like bundling shrinks and pallet stretches. like PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION FOOD INDUSTRY INDUSTRY BUZZ Health Ministry instructs FSSAI to exempt street food vendors from paying registration fees. The Department of Fisheries has been allocated a budget of Rs 2,616.44 crore for 2024-25. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) will train one lakh street food vendors over the next year on food safety and hygiene practices under the FoSTaC programme. The Health Ministry has also directed the Authority to waive the registration fee for street food vendors. Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda, on Saturday, chaired a training and awareness program for 1,000 street food vendors conducted by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in Vigyan Bhawan. Emphasizing the importance of street food in India, Nadda directed the FSSAI to waive the registration fee of ₹100 for street food vendors. He said this move would encourage vendors and promote more registrations. At present, the FSSAI charges ₹100 per annum as a registration fee for petty food business operators, including street food vendors, having a turnover of up to ₹12 lakh annually. The Minister also said that the ‘Street Safe’ Rapid Testing Kit should be provided to all vendors attending the Food Safety and Certification (FoSTaC) training to ensure that safe food is used by street food vendors across the country. In the midst of global economic positivity and political uncertainties, India's economy continues to show strong growth and stable inflation. Referred to as the 'sunrise sector', the Indian fisheries industry has been experiencing a remarkable average decadal growth rate of 8.9% and is currently the world's second-largest fish producer with a substantial share in global fish production. The sector is also a major player in aquaculture production, shrimp farming, and seafood exportation, providing sustainable livelihoods to over 30 million people, particularly from marginalized communities. With the vision of 'Reform-Perform-Transform', the Indian government is consistently prioritizing the development of the fisheries sector and has significantly increased the budget allocation for the Department of Fisheries and the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) scheme in the 2024-25 fiscal year. The total budgetary allocation for the Department of Fisheries has been raised by 54%, reaching Rs. 2,616.44 crore, with a substantial increase in the allocation for the PMMSY scheme, now standing at Rs. 2,352 crore. These measures aim to address the major challenges faced by the sector, particularly high operational and production costs, and are in line with the government's long-term goal of achieving a developed India by 2047.. PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION Nestlé is set to broaden its support for maternal health to better aid motherhood. An expert urges focus on functional foods after pandemic altered 85% of habits. Maternal health, which refers to the well-being of women before, during, and after pregnancy, is an essential aspect of women's lives. During pregnancy, a significant number of women globally suffer from anaemia due to a lack of iron, while studies indicate that a considerable percentage of women in North America fail to meet the daily recommended intake of omega-3 fatty acids, essential for reducing the risk of preterm births. Additionally, gestational diabetes, a condition that can occur during pregnancy, poses risks for both the mother and the baby. To address the unique nutritional needs of women during motherhood, Nestlé has introduced a lineup of customized nutritional products under the brand name Materna. These products in meeting omega-3 requirements during preconception, pregnancy, and lactation; Materna multivitamins, featuring a blend of over 20 micronutrients including 100% of the WHO recommended folic acid intake, and enhancing nutrient absorption in the digestive system of pregnant women; include Materna DHA supplement, which aids According to a report by IWSR, the non-alcoholic beverage market is experiencing favourable growth in various regions, with India being one of them. The data suggests that non-alcoholic drinks are the only segment showing positive momentum, indicating a surge in demand for non-alcoholic beverages across different markets. This trend is particularly noticeable in India and reflects a shift in consumer preferences towards non-alcoholic options. The findings highlight the potential opportunities within the non-alcoholic beverage industry, signalling a changing landscape where consumers are increasingly opting for non-alcoholic alternatives. This shift may be driven by various factors such as health consciousness, changing lifestyles, and evolving consumer tastes. As a result, businesses in the non-alcoholic beverage sector might benefit from this growing momentum and should consider tailoring their strategies to capitalize on the increasing demand for non- alcoholic drinks. Budget Highlights: Prioritizing Investment in 50 Irradiation Units and 100 Laboratories In the recent Budget 2024-25 presentation, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized nine key priorities, including boosting productivity and resilience in agriculture, promoting employment and skilling, advancing inclusive human resource development and social justice, fostering manufacturing and services, enhancing urban development, ensuring energy security, improving infrastructure, driving innovation and research, and implementing next-generation reforms. Sitharaman highlighted the government's commitment to reviewing the agricultural research setup to enhance productivity and develop climate- resilient crop varieties. Additionally, she announced the launch of 109 high- yielding and climate-resilient varieties across 32 field and horticulture crops. The forthcoming two years will witness the initiation of one crore farmers into natural farming, supported by certification and branding. The plan also encompasses establishing 10,000 need-based bio-input resource centres and promoting self-reliance in oilseeds and pulses. T HE UNION MINISTER FOR FARMERS' WELFARE AND AGRICULTURE ASSESSES KHARIF SEASON READINESS. PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION WEEKS HIGHLIGHT N O N - T E C H N I C A L C O N T E N T 22 JULY HAPPY MANGO DAY Celebrating Mango Day with a nod to precision and innovation! Just like the journey of a mango from seed to succulent fruit, our PMG team ensures that Food Factories bloom successfully through careful planning, cutting-edge techniques, and a passion for excellence. Y L U J PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION DID YOU KNOW? 1/4 2/4 T E C H N I C A L C O N T E N T 3/4 4/4 Fact 1 The journey from soybeans to textured soy protein (TSP) involves a series of meticulous processes. Initially, soybeans undergo cleaning and hydration before being dehulled and ground to extract soybean meal. Next, the meal undergoes extrusion, where it is heated, pressurized, and shaped into textured strands resembling meat. DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION Y L U J PMG T E C H N I C A L C O N T E N T 1/4 2/4 3/4 4/4 Fact 2 Filleting equipment is integral in fish processing, designed to efficiently remove bones and produce fillets with precision. These machines utilize advanced cutting mechanisms and sensors to identify bone locations and ensure accurate filleting. With adjustable settings for fillet thickness and automated operation, they enhance productivity and consistency in fillet production. DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION Vol .01 Newsletter Y L U J PMG T E C H N I C A L C O N T E N T 1/4 2/4 3/4 4/4 Fact 3 In bakery operations, dough dividers and molders serve as indispensable tools, streamlining the process of dividing and shaping dough for consistent product formation. Utilizing precise cutting mechanisms and molding plates, these machines efficiently portion dough into uniform pieces and shape them into desired forms. DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION Vol .01 Newsletter Y L U J PMG T E C H N I C A L C O N T E N T 1/4 2/4 3/4 4/4 Fact 4 Enrobers, also known as coating machines, are pivotal in confectionery and food production, automating the process of coating products with chocolate or confectionery coatings. These machines feature precise controls for regulating coating thickness and temperature, ensuring uniform coverage. Advanced designs incorporate adjustable belts and nozzles for efficient coating application. DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. ONE STOP ENGINEERING SOLUTION Vol .01 Newsletter Y L U J PMG B U I L D W O R L D C L A S S F O O D F A C T O R I E S PMG DESIGN+BUILD FOOD FACTORIES. 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