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Spent Coffee Grounds aren’t waste

Marina Tosi — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:05:15 +0000

They're Untapped Yield.

The average coffee process only extracts about 15-20% of a bean’s mass into the cup. The rest is typically discarded as spent grounds, even though it still holds flavor and extractable yield, usually 20-30%. Flavourtech’s Rotating Disc Column (RDC) is built to capture that value instead of throwing it away.

How it works: spent coffee grounds are milled into a cold-water slurry, then passed through Flavourtech’s Rotating Disc Column — the grounds are heated to the desired temperature, and a continuous hydrolysis step is completed in 20 minutes. The solids are then separated from the extract and it is clarified to the required level. Based on precise temperature control and hold time, RDC coffee extract creates high yields without the typical intense acidity of soluble coffee. Customers can choose a process temperature which balances yield and flavor depending on the demands of the final product. The extract can also be concentrated to almost any level with their Centritherm^® evaporator technology.

The result: upcycled coffee extract that boosts Brix, replaces soluble coffee,
and lowers costs – all without compromising quality.

Why this approach stands out:��

Recovers yield otherwise lost — Flavourtech’s RDC can uniquely be used to recover yield from spent coffee grounds, instead of sending that material to waste.
Preserves real flavor — the RDC’s controlled temperature and residence time avoids high acidity, off-flavors and thermal degradation common in conventional high-heat processing.
Fully automated and continuous — the RDC’s design keeps throughput consistent and operationally efficient at an industrial scale.
Sustainability built in — less spent material going to landfill, more usable yield and soluble solids coming out of the same raw material stream.
A smarter way to think about what happens after the cup is brewed.

Scan American is proud to be the North American distributor of Flavourtech’s innovative processing technologies.

Curious to learn about other beverage processing technologies? Let’s chat.

Premium Cat Food – Chunks in Gravy

grant — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:30:51 +0000

From Emulsion to Fibrous, Textured Chunks - in One Continuous Line

Premium cat food��chunks live or die��on��texture. Pet parents want to see real meat fiber and structure in the bowl — not a uniform paste dressed up in gravy. Getting there has traditionally meant steam-based cooking systems that are hard to control precisely and even harder to run efficiently at scale.��

The��Scansteel��ContiCooker��changes that.��

This advanced inline cooking system transforms raw emulsion into cooked, texturized, fibrous chunks through a continuous production flow — built specifically for manufacturers chasing super premium quality in chunks and gravy, and snack formats.

What sets it apart:��

A controlled heating system with precise temperature control — not the variability of traditional steam-based cooking��
Creates genuine texture and fiber structure in the finished product, not just a cooked mass��
Works across all species, including functional protein, hybrid, and plant-based ingredients��
Continuous production flow��that’s��more energy-efficient and cost-effective than batch or steam alternatives��
Consistent quality run after��run, thanks to tighter process control��

Beyond chunks in gravy, the same platform supports texturized chunks, snack products, and plant-based formats — including dried and semi-moist snacks — giving manufacturers flexibility across multiple product lines from a single cooking technology.

For producers competing in the super premium segment, this is the difference between a product that

looks premium and one that actually delivers the fiber, bite, and structure pet parents are paying for.

Scan American is proud to serve as the exclusive North American distributor for Scansteel foodtech’s ContiCooker, bringing this advanced inline cooking technology to pet food manufacturers across the US and Canada.

Curious what the ContiCooker could do for your chunks-in-gravy or snack line? Let’s talk.

Scan American at Petfood Forum 2025

Ben Parker — Mon, 05 May 2025 13:32:24 +0000

�� was proud to exhibit at Petfood Forum 2025, held in Kansas City, Missouri. As the premier event dedicated exclusively to the pet food industry, Petfood Forum offered a dynamic platform for professionals to grow, connect, collaborate, and learn. We were excited to be a part of it once again.

We were fortunate to be joined by several of our European partners, including Natec Network (Germany), SELO (Netherlands), and Erlinord (Denmark), each showcasing innovative solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of pet food processing. It was a successful show for us, as we had the opportunity to see many past and current customers and connect with other industry partners.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth. We appreciate the conversations, the curiosity, and the connections. We’re already looking forward to the next Petfood Forum in April 2026, and we hope to see you there!

Symex and Scan American at Interphex 2025

Ben Parker — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 13:32:26 +0000

Scan American and Symex recently exhibited at INTERPHEX 2025, held April 1–3 at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. As one of the pharmaceutical industry’s leading global events, Interphex brought together professionals from across the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors to explore new technologies, share insights, and connect with others driving innovation in the space.

We were proud to exhibit alongside our partner Symex, showcasing advanced processing technology and equipment designed for pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing. The event offered a valuable opportunity to engage with customers and industry experts, and to learn more about the evolving challenges and solutions within pharmaceutical production and regulatory compliance.

Thank you to everyone who visited our booth and to our partners from Symex who made the trip from Germany to support us! We appreciated the conversations and look forward to returning to Interphex next year.

Scan American at IPPE 2025

Ben Parker — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 14:32:27 +0000

�� attended the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) from January 28 to 30, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia. As the world’s largest annual trade show for technology, equipment, and services in the egg, meat, and poultry industries, IPPE brought together over 1,000 exhibitors and thousands of attendees from around the world.

We were joined by our partners STALAM (Italy) and Natec Network (Germany), both showcasing innovative solutions designed to support efficiency, safety, and performance in food processing. The show provided a great opportunity to reconnect with long-time customers, meet new industry professionals, and learn more about the evolving challenges and trends within protein production and processing.

Thank you to everyone who visited our booth and took the time to connect with our team and partners. We look forward to continuing the conversations and seeing you again at future events.

Scan American at Pack Expo 2024

Ben Parker — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:45:22 +0000

�� exhibited at Pack Expo International 2024, held November 3–6 at McCormick Place in Chicago. As one of the largest and most comprehensive events in the packaging and processing industry, Pack Expo brought together professionals from around the world to explore innovations across more than 40 vertical markets.

We were joined by several of our international partners, including Starfrost (UK), HMPS Propac (Australia), and symex GmbH & Co. KG (Germany). Each partner showcased technologies focused on enhancing processing and packaging efficiency, flexibility, and precision. The event provided valuable opportunities to reconnect with customers, collaborate with peers, and stay current on the latest trends driving the packaging industry forward.

Thank you to everyone who visited our booth. We enjoyed the conversations and connections, and look forward to seeing you at future shows.

Scan American at INTERPHEX 2024

Ben Parker — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 13:45:24 +0000

�� exhibited at INTERPHEX 2024, held at the Javits Center in New York City. As the leading global event for pharmaceutical and biotechnology professionals, INTERPHEX brought together experts, manufacturers, and innovators from across the industry to explore new technologies and solutions.

We were proud to exhibit alongside our partner Symex, showcasing advanced processing and mixing technology for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. The show provided a valuable platform to connect with customers, gain insights into emerging trends, and continue supporting the evolving needs of pharmaceutical production.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth. We appreciated the opportunity to meet and engage, and we look forward to returning to INTERPHEX in 2025.

Scan American at IPPE 2024

Ben Parker — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 14:45:26 +0000

�� attended the 2024 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), held January 30 to February 1 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. As the only annual exposition of its kind focused on the animal food, meat, poultry, and egg industries, IPPE continues to be an important event for our team.

This year, a strong group from Scan American was on-site to connect with customers, explore the latest innovations, and engage in meaningful conversations with others across the industry. From new technologies to valuable insights, IPPE 2024 offered an excellent opportunity to strengthen relationships and stay aligned with the evolving needs of the market.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to visit with us. We look forward to building on the momentum and seeing many of you again at future events.

Scan American at Pack Expo 2023

Ben Parker — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:55:50 +0000

�� exhibited at Pack Expo 2023, held September 11–13 in Las Vegas, Nevada. As the largest packaging and processing event in North America, Pack Expo brought together professionals from more than 40 industries to explore the latest technologies and innovative solutions shaping the future of production.

Our team connected with customers, industry partners, and fellow exhibitors throughout the show, sharing insights and showcasing a variety of equipment designed to meet the evolving needs of the packaging and processing sectors. Pack Expo continues to be a valuable opportunity for learning, collaboration, and strengthening relationships across the industries we serve.

Thank you to everyone who visited our booth in Las Vegas. We look forward to seeing you again at future events.

Scan American at Petfood Forum 2023

Ben Parker — Mon, 08 May 2023 13:55:48 +0000

�� exhibited at Petfood Forum 2023, held May 1–3 at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri. This year’s show welcomed a record number of attendees and brought together thousands of professionals from across the global pet food industry to share ideas, explore innovation, and strengthen partnerships.

We were joined by several of our European partners, helping to showcase a range of technologies and equipment designed to support the growing needs of pet food processors in North America. The event offered valuable opportunities to reconnect with customers, learn more about industry developments, and engage in meaningful conversations around the future of pet nutrition and manufacturing.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth. We appreciate the continued support and look forward to seeing you again at Petfood Forum 2024.

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