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Description
Bendis Equilibrium operates a cake shop and created the brand Xtrabun. The brand is a new concept that aims to mix modern processes with old and original recipes. In this context, the company aims to create value by mixing innovation with the classic methods.
The aim of the project is to increase the competitiveness of the company by acquiring new, innovative, and greener technology which can ensure an autonomous production flow and increase the production capacity in the cake and sweets industry. To reach this goal, Bendis Equilibrium plans to purchase 10 new machinery that are needed for producing cakes and ice cream. The equipment needed include an ice cream preparation machine, chiller blast, industrial oven, planetary mixer, and a transportation vehicle equipped with refrigeration system. All the equipment is meant for increasing production capacity and/or reduce energy consumption. The key activities are:
- Project management ensured by the company.
- Investment related to the new machinery.
- Publicity to promote the project.
- Audit conducted by an external auditor.
Bendis Equilibrium claim that the implementation of the project will increase efficiency and productivity, but it will also contribute to decreasing of raw material usage by adopting an automated process which prevents human errors.
The expected outcomes of the project include an annual collection of waste from production and operational process for re-use or recycling is expected to decrease from 0,813 tonnes in 2019 to 0.325 tonnes in 2024. For the same period, energy consumption is expected to decrease from 110 megawatt-hour to 95 megawatt-hour.
Summary of project results
By implementing new equipment, the overall efficiency and productivity has been improved, and the technical solution has contributed to reduce the energy consumption and waste from the production process. The improvement has also impacted the working environment and contributed to an eco-friendly sustainable growth for the company.
Expected results of the project:
- 185% increase in turnover by the year 2023
- 284% increase in net operational profit at the end of year 2023.
- Annual decrease in energy consumption from 110 Mwh to 95 Mwh.