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Exhibiting at Propak Africa 2025

Hall 6, H10
Johannesburg Expo Centre
11 Mar - 14 Mar, 2025

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Product Offerings

Product Categories:

Food Processing Machines and Equipment, Bakery Products, Confectionery

Products:

Confectionery Process Systems: Liquorice & Starch Gels, Sugar Paste, Caramel, Extruded Fruit, Jellies, Syrups & Sugar Boiling, Fondant, Medicated Confectionery

Food Process Systems: Soup, Sauces, Ready Meals, Rice & Vegetables, Pie / Sweet & Savoury Fillings, Jams & Preserves, Pet Food, Condiments, Dessert & Cake Toppings

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About BCH Ltd

BCH Ltd is a globally recognized manufacturer of high-quality process systems for the food and confectionery industries. Based in Whitworth, Lancashire, United Kingdom, the company has been at the forefront of designing and engineering cutting-edge processing solutions for over a century. With a strong emphasis on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability, BCH Ltd serves a diverse client base spanning multiple continents.

Core Business and Expertise

BCH Ltd specializes in the development of advanced process systems for both confectionery and food production. The company’s expertise lies in designing, manufacturing, and integrating fully automated processing lines tailored to meet the demands of modern food production facilities. With decades of experience, BCH Ltd has established itself as a trusted partner for food manufacturers seeking high-performance, scalable, and hygienic processing solutions.

Product Offerings

BCH Ltd provides a broad range of industry-leading process systems catering to different segments of the food industry:

Confectionery Process Systems

  • Liquorice & Starch Gels – Automated solutions for the production of high-quality liquorice and starch-based gel confections.
  • Sugar Paste – Equipment designed for producing sugar pastes with controlled texture and consistency.
  • Caramel – Continuous caramel cooking and processing solutions ensuring uniform quality.
  • Extruded Fruit – Processing systems for fruit-based extrusions used in snacks and confections.
  • Jellies, Syrups & Sugar Boiling – Specialized equipment for manufacturing sugar-based jellies, syrups, and boiled confections.
  • Fondant – High-precision fondant production lines ensuring smooth texture and consistency.
  • Medicated Confectionery – Processing systems for manufacturing pharmaceutical and nutraceutical confectionery products.

Food Process Systems

  • Soup Processing – Advanced systems for batch and continuous soup processing.
  • Sauces – High-efficiency sauce production lines for various applications.
  • Ready Meals – Integrated systems for producing high-quality ready meals.
  • Rice & Vegetables – Processing solutions tailored for rice and vegetable-based dishes.
  • Pie / Sweet & Savoury Fillings – Equipment for producing fillings for sweet and savoury pies.
  • Jams & Preserves – Customizable processing systems for jam and preserve production.
  • Pet Food – Processing lines for wet and semi-moist pet food production.
  • Condiments – Automated systems for producing ketchups, dressings, and other condiments.
  • Dessert & Cake Toppings – Processing solutions for cake decorations, glazes, and dessert toppings.

Competitive Advantages and Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

BCH Ltd distinguishes itself in the market with:

  • Advanced Engineering Expertise – Over a century of experience in developing cutting-edge food processing technologies.
  • Customizable Solutions – Tailor-made processing lines designed to meet specific customer requirements.
  • Energy-Efficient Systems – Focus on sustainability and reducing energy consumption in food production.
  • High Hygiene Standards – Equipment designed for easy cleaning and compliance with stringent food safety regulations.
  • Global Reach – Supplying processing solutions to major food and confectionery manufacturers worldwide.

Market Presence and Sales Data

BCH Ltd has a well-established market presence across key regions, including:

  • Europe – Major installations in confectionery and ready-meal processing plants.
  • North America – Supplying advanced food processing systems to large-scale food manufacturers.
  • Asia-Pacific – Growing demand for high-efficiency food processing equipment.
  • Middle East & Africa – Expanding presence in high-growth food and beverage markets.

The company’s revenue is driven by its high-value process systems, with strong demand for confectionery and ready-meal processing solutions contributing significantly to overall sales.

Certifications and Compliance

BCH Ltd adheres to the highest industry standards, ensuring compliance with:

  • ISO 9001:2015 – Certified quality management system.
  • HACCP Compliance – Equipment designed for compliance with food safety standards.
  • CE Marking – European regulatory approval for food processing equipment.
  • FDA & USDA Compliance – Compliance with U.S. food safety regulations for applicable processing systems.

Financial Strength

BCH Ltd continues to maintain a strong financial position, with steady revenue growth supported by rising global demand for automated food processing solutions. The company reinvests significantly in research and development to drive continuous innovation in process technology.

Major Achievements

  • Pioneering Liquorice Processing Technology – Industry leader in automated liquorice processing lines.
  • Expansion into Ready Meal Solutions – Development of state-of-the-art processing systems for convenience foods.
  • Global Customer Base – Trusted supplier to leading food and confectionery brands worldwide.
  • Investment in Sustainable Processing – Development of energy-efficient and waste-reducing food processing systems.

Customer Testimonials

BCH Ltd has garnered positive feedback from customers across various industries:

"BCH Ltd's confectionery processing systems have transformed our production efficiency. Their expertise and high-quality engineering are unmatched." – Production Manager, Leading Confectionery Manufacturer

"We rely on BCH Ltd’s sauce processing equipment for our ready-meal division. The system’s reliability and ease of cleaning have improved our output and hygiene standards." – Operations Director, Food Processing Company

Future Outlook

With the global food and confectionery industries evolving rapidly, BCH Ltd remains committed to:

  • Expanding its range of automated food processing solutions.
  • Strengthening its presence in emerging markets.
  • Investing in energy-efficient and sustainable manufacturing technologies.
  • Enhancing digital automation and Industry 4.0 capabilities.

BCH Ltd continues to be a trusted leader in food and confectionery processing technology, delivering state-of-the-art solutions to manufacturers worldwide.