Future Food Centre

Establishing an integrated approach to innovation between primary production and processing, adding substantial value to food produced in the UK, specifically meat, dairy and other liquids by improving key retailing attributes (shelf life and quality) and maximising functional qualities to improve human health.

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From concept to creation: Your agri-food tech innovation partner

AberInnovation's food-grade facilities provide flexible environments to support research, innovation, and new and existing product development in food, feed, and ingredients. They are designed to meet current industry needs in sustainability, circular economy practices, and product functionality. The individual spaces may be hired with the equipment listed below or can be used for equipment placement to carry out NPD trials without the disruption to existing production lines.

Spacious, state-of-the-art processing facilities designed to bring your food innovations to life, whether you're a nimble start-up or an established industry leader.

With dedicated technical support staff, integrated industrial biotechnology and advanced chemical analysis under the same roof, as well as access to Aberystwyth University's renowned academic expertise, the AberInnovation Future Food Centre is the perfect place for your product and process development needs.

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Supporting diverse proof of concept projects for all companies, small to large.

Liquid and Dairy Processing - Pilot-scale facilities for dairy and alternative product development with full on-site capabilities including:

  • Pasteurisation (batch and inline systems) with UHT capability and aseptic filling.
  • Fermentation equipment for products including cheese, koji style products, butter, yogurt and fermented beverages).
  • Ice cream and sorbet equipment
  • High Pressure homogenisation.
  • Membrane filtration (ultrafiltration, nanofiltration, reverse osmosis).
  • Heated vats for protein separation

Solid Processing and Spray Drying 

  • Pilot-scale tower spray drier.
  • Fluid bed drying, agglomeration, and coating.
  • Mincers, mincers and formers for meat, plant-based, and novel ingredients Ideal for NPD or reformulation of existing recipes.
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Temperature Control - Precision Environments for Predictable Results

  • Thermal and humidity-controlled environments replicating industry-standard conditions for stability and durability testing.
  • Freeze drying
  • Controlled drying and aging of products. 

Experimental Test Kitchen & Sensory Lab - Where Science Meets the Senses

  • Fully equipped test kitchen for recipe and prototype development.
  • Six controlled environment sensory booths available for consumer and sensory testing.
  • Access to support from in-house food technologists.
  • Facilities are available for hire on request.

Comprehensive Analytical Services - Validate Every Detail, Perfect Every Formula

  • Physical testing – texture profile analysis, structure, stability, durability and colour.
  • Chemical testing – composition, formulation, nutrient analysis.
  • Microbiological analysis – food safety, contamination detection, and hygiene validation.
  • Advanced analytical techniques
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Technical Features

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Sensory Analysis Booths
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Primary Processing
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Goods Reception and Deliveries
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Further Processing

Campus Features

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On-Site Parking
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EV Charging
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Superfast Connectivity
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Private Lab Hire
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Co-working Spaces
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Showers and Locker Facilities
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Flexible Lease Terms
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Conferencing and Meeting Spaces
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Cold Rooms