CAFRE supports the Agri-food industry through the application of advanced and innovative technologies. CAFRE Food Technologists are dedicated to accelerating the adoption of process innovation within the sector.
Staff work collaboratively to harness the power of Industry 4.0 technologies (automation, robotics, digitisation) to help develop innovative solutions to enhance productivity, improve process control, and drive overall efficiency.
Projects span a range of activities, from general food technology advice to collaborative project work to develop and simulate future state solutions, ensuring that interventions are tailored to the specific needs of the Agri-food industry.
Work includes:
– Supporting the Agri-food sector to navigate the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies.
– Providing advice on safe food processing systems and new technologies.
– Facilitating collaboration with academic and industry partners to drive innovation.
– Optimising food production processes to maximise efficiency and sustainability.
– Providing collaborative support on data capture and analysis to inform decision-making.
– Support the Agri-food sector to navigate towards a more circular economy.
– Deliver training and support on digitalisation of the Agri-food industry.
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