Numerous confectionery manufacturers worldwide have placed their trust in the SiMoGel and Rousselot teams. In Brazil, Florestal used SiMoGel to elevate the texture and stability of two of its flagship products.
Florestal: making unforgettable confectionery
Florestal Alimentos SA, a renowned candy producer based in Lajeado, Rio Grande do Sul State, Brazil, has been making its mark in the confectionery industry since its inception in 1936. With a rich legacy of crafting a diverse range of candies, chocolates, and supplements, the company has garnered a strong global presence, exporting its treats to over 80 countries worldwide.
Florestal's extensive product line-up caters to diverse tastes and preferences. With two state-of-the-art factories located in Gramado, Brazil, the company has solidified its position as a leader in the Latin American candy market, being the first to achieve ISO 14001 certification for its commitment to environmental responsibility.
Texture challenges? Enter SiMoGel
In their pursuit of confectionery excellence, Florestal encountered manufacturing challenges with two of their popular products, Flopi collagen candies, and Fofs marshmallows. The application of various gelatins left the company dissatisfied with texture and production stability. Seeking a next-level solution, Florestal turned to SiMoGel.
Flopi Colageno is a gummy supplement with collagen, which supports the skin and joints
Fofs are marshmallows in the shape of tubes and twists, available in different colors and flavors
"In testing with other gelatins, we were not getting the results we were aiming for’, says Tânia Beatriz Acosta Graff, Research & Development Director at Florestal. ‘For Flopi Colageno, the result was frequently unstable, with the products melting shortly after production. Similarly, we wanted to guarantee that our new product, Fofs marshmallows, would show stable interaction between gelatin, air, and its other ingredients. I contacted Rousselot, and with their excellent technical input and assistance, we started testing with SiMoGel."
A bright and tasty future with SiMoGel
By integrating SiMoGel, Florestal was able to achieve the desired texture and stability characteristics, all while boosting process efficiency. Production was done either using starch or starch-free molds, always benefitting from the rapid setting attributed to Simogel. As a result, Florestal are expecting further work with the SiMoGel solution. "Recently, we developed chocolate-covered marshmallows made with SiMoGel", says Tânia Graff. "We have several other projects in progress too, including a starch-gelatin gum, which was highly promising in our early tests. We are open to other developments, too. In fact, we would appreciate suggestions for our chewy candy line…"
With SiMoGel, Florestal found the missing piece to its textural puzzle, while optimizing both the quality and stability of their candies and production process. Looking over a successful collaboration, Graff emphasizes that "it's great to work with Rousselot: the technical support is excellent. And the quality of SiMoGel gelatin is also great."
Get set to succeed with SiMoGel
Combining improved processing times and stability with its ability to achieve the right texture and transparency that aligns with their expectations, SiMoGel has proven itself as an innovative solution perfectly suited for the confectionery industry.