Category: Industry News

Plans for expansion at Gatwick Airport

Many of the biggest airports in the world rely on Chiorino’s conveyor and process belts to run smoothly, whether it’s for handling baggage at check-in or transporting suitcases to the luggage hold. The busier the airport, the more important it is for the equipment and infrastructure of the airport to be up to the task. One airport equipped with Chiorino...


Tesco Launch Micro-Store to Rival Aldi and Lidl

As conveyor belt specialists, we work closely with the retail industry to provide efficient conveyor belts for checkout areas and operational aspects of stores. Over the years, we have developed a strong relationship with our clients and continue to provide them with this fantastic service. Recently, UK supermarket giant, Tesco, has launched a smaller spin-off store to rival German discount...


Conveyor Belt Usage in Sports and Leisure

The supply of conveyor belts stretches across many more industries than a lot of people assume. Whilst they are known for heavy usage in airports or in meat and food manufacturing, another industry that benefits from the manufacturing and supply of conveyor belts is the Sports and Leisure industry. Sports and Leisure in the UK represents sectors that are worth...


Where Does the UK Rank in Soft Drink Consumption?

Whilst there is criticism regarding the health impacts, the soft drink market is a driving force within the UK ‘s food and beverage market. Chiorino understand that many soft drink producers are reliant on our conveyor belts in order to guarantee hygiene, reliability and other necessary qualities they possess. In April 2018, the UK introduced a sugar tax in which...


Conveyor Belts in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

The abundance of industries and markets where our innovative and reliable conveyor belts are regularly used can often go unnoticed. From packaged food production to textile manufacturing, our wide range of Chiorino belts and accessories contribute to being part of the backbone of many industrial and production environments. Another industry where Chiorino bear significance is within the Pharmaceutical industry. Within...


Recent news highlights the importance of reliable belts

Addo Food Group has recently had to recall more than 50 of its products due to a faulty drive belt. The chilled pastry items were recalled after routine checks revealed that part processed pastry contained metal. A faulty drive belt was identified as the cause of the problem with the products affected including own-label pies and pastries for many major...


The Impact HP Compact & Compact Drive Belts Have on Food Manufacturers

Specialising in the food industry means that your reputation is everything. The slightest hiccup could lead to dire consequences for your business. A tarnished name due to complaints of hygiene or food recalls could be the difference between thriving and losing profits and falling to the bottom of the business food chain. Hygiene is crucial in a food environment. It...


Growth in UK Food Exports

The first quarter of 2018 saw good growth in UK food and drink exports to the EU and to non-EU countries, according to the Food and Drink Federation (FDF). Overall there was a 5.5% growth in exports to £5.2bn, with breakfast cereals seeing the fastest growth.  Although the largest UK export markets are Ireland and France, opportunities have been recognised...


The central cog behind Airports

As the month of March unfolds and the season switches from winter to spring, many holiday-makers will be finalising plans for their summer holidays. Airports are due to become inundated with travellers and passengers making their trips around the globe. Believe it or not, one of the most integral components to a smooth running and efficient airport during these busy...


Hygiene and safety breaches found at meat processing facilities

In the last three years, over 50% of audited meat processing and cold storage facilities in the UK were found to have breached health and safety regulations. The Bureau of Investigative Journalism inspected 890 premises and found at least one major breach in 540 of them. The FSA fears these failings could be prevalent throughout the food manufacturing industry. Whilst...