WHI Mandaue's 2nd Quarter River Cleanup

WHI-Mandaue, had its 2nd Quarter River Cleanup in its adopted water body, the Butuanon River last June 16, 2018. The activity took place in Butuanon Bridge, Station 2 and was participated by 12 representatives from different sections with one mission: To save water bodies from pollution.

WHI'S CERTIFICATIONS UPDATES

CCC Plant Team

CCC ACQUIRES HACCP CERTIFICATION

Cebu Carrageenan Corporation (CCC) located at Carmen, Cebu is WHI’s affiliate company that produces semi-refined carrageenan chips and powder for the export market. It has successfully passed the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Certification last March 26-27, 2018. HACCP is an international standard defining the requirements for effective control of food safety. This shows the organization’s commitment to delivering safe quality food products to our customer.

FSSC 22000  RE-CERTIFICATION OF WHI

WHI, a carrageenan producer and a seaweed supplier in the Philippines, successfully completed the FSSC 22000 recertification and transition to ver. 4.1 last April 23-24, 2018, and attended by key employees with the full support of the management. FSSC 22000 ver. 4.1 was published in July 2017 and includes an update to GFSI benchmarking requirements document ver. 7.1 and requires certified sites to be audited against the new version starting January 1, 2018. This also brought new requirements for food fraud, food defense, allergen management, environmental monitoring, management of services, use of the logo, product labeling, and mandatory unannounced audit in order to increase transparency and objectivity in the benchmarking process. 

Ice Cream: The Summer Comfort Food

Ice cream is considered the world’s most popular frozen dessert. Its history comes in different origins, but one thing is for sure, it is everyone’s summer comfort food. It is widely available in the market and has been in high demand especially during hot seasons. Vanilla and chocolate are two of the most common flavors, but there are other options such as rocky road, double dutch, and variety of fruits savors. It can be enjoyed in different ways, like topping it with sprinkles, mini mallows, nuts, and syrups. Some may prefer eating with cones or pair with fresh fruits, while some just like it as it is, simple yet delightful. Its production has improved over the years and it is even easily made even at the comfort of one’s home.

CARRAGEENAN IN ICE CREAM APPLICATION

Ice cream is a mixture of cream or milk, sugar, and sometimes egg. In most commercial ice-cream making, carrageenan is added to the mixture to serve as a stabilizer, to prevent ice crystal formation and to evenly disperse milk components such as protein fat and water in the system. Air is also incorporated to keep the ice crystals small and freeze it at the perfect rate. This basic method creates a smooth, creamy-textured ice cream.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ICE CREAMS

• Marco Polo introduced to Europe the milk based ice cream in the late 13th century.

• Alfred L. Cralle invented the ice cream scoop.

• The United States is the largest producer and consumer of ice cream in the world.

• 90% of American households eat ice cream.

• 9% of all milk produced in the US is used to make ice cream.

• “Brain Freeze” happens when ice cream touches the roof of your mouth.

• The perfect temperature for scooping ice cream is 6 °F to 10 °F (-14°C to -12°C).

• It takes more or less 50 licks to consume a single scoop ice cream cone.

• The most famous types of ice cream are gelato, neapolitan, sorbet, stick, and cone.

• A cow provides adequate milk to make 2 gallons of ice cream per day.

W Hydrocolloids, Inc., a global carrageenan exporter, has specialized the Rico 82 Series. It is a carrageenan blend designed for frozen dessert product applications like ice cream of different types (bulk, sorbet, extruded, and soft served). It has several advantages to the product such as inducing fine ice crystal formation; improving melting resistance, and providing high overrun stability. With carrageenan as a stabilizer, we ensure that ice cream manufacturers can produce quality delightful treats that end consumers deserve. 

W Hydrocolloids, Inc. Joins Food Ingredient China 2018

W Hydrocolloids, Inc.’s representatives at their booth 

SHANGHAI, CHINA - It has been an annual activity for W Hydrocolloids, Inc to participate in Food Ingredients China (FIC) – the largest expo on food ingredients and additives in Asia. The event was held on March 22-24, 2018 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECCS) Shanghai, China. Our company was represented by John Wee (WHI President), Arra Sangalang (International Sales Manager), Donna Estacio (Sales Supervisor), Elmira Capistrano (R&D Specialist), Angelica Arellano (R&D Specialist), Jimmylyn Dagsil (Purchasing Supervisor), and Faustina Sy (Marketing Specialist).

The food industry is a valuable pillar in the economy of China, because it is one of the fastest growing industries as its market demands for food has been swiftly growing the past years. Food Ingredient China is considered as the best platform to boost one’s business in food industry. It was participated by domestic and overseas companies, showcasing their products in the different facets of food industry such as food additives, compound food additives, food ingredients, food processing aide, food raw materials, food processing machinery, equipment and material. In our case we proudly promoted our Rico Carrageenan brand, the global leader for supplying carrageenan and food ingredient solutions.

Conference: 2018 Food Consumption 

Trend Observation and Product Innovation

There were academic conferences delivered by experts and scholars in the food industry. These conferences were offered for free and were open to all exhibitors. Topics covered were mainly about R&D, production and application technology of food additives and ingredients, development and market trend, and food safety.

John Wee (WHI President) and Arra Sangalang (Manager) 

handling prospect clients

Once more, we were able to build networks among visitors, met and gained potential clients, saw familiar faces, and got along with existing clients and business partners who were also in the event. It was another great experience and opportunity for us to see myriads of professional domestic and overseas exhibitors striving for food industry’s economy growth. We did not only do business in the event, but we were also after food innovation for food experience upgrade for end consumers worldwide.

See you in Food Ingredient China 2019!

A Puppy Day Celebration

It’s National Puppy Day! Let’s honor the unconditional love that puppies bring to people's lives. It was founded by Collen Paige in 2006 to create awareness towards unfortunate happenings that puppies undergo. It seeks to educate the public to love, to rescue, and to adopt orphaned puppies. It became an international celebration and has been trending on social media every year since 2012. As we celebrate this special day, we encourage to treat our puppies more than just a pet. One of a good example for this is by feeding them right food to keep them healthy and strong. As our veterinarians’ advice, pet food is the best choice.

We want to be assured that our pets are eating the right food that is good for them. As a responsible owner, it is good to know what makes dog food good for them. Let us know more about it.

REASONS WHY CANNED PET FOOD IS FUR-FECT FOR YOUR FURRY BUDDIES: 

1. RICH IN PROTEIN

Canned diet is rich in protein, which is why it is typically more expensive than dry food. However, pet food labels on dry foods are deceiving. They make you assume they have more protein in it than it actually does.

2. HAVE FEW PRESERVATIVES

The canning process preserves the pet food itself, whereas dry food is not. It also ends up being fresher because you will finish the container within a few days, compared to a couple weeks to a month or more for most dry food bags.

3. PROMOTES GOOD BODY FIGURE

High moisture content in pet food and protein help them feel full for longer period of time. These components are vital for weight loss and maintenance. It is also helpful to improve their muscle and lose unwanted fat.

4. EASY TO EAT AND DIGEST

Canned food requires little effort to grind and breakdown in the mouth because of its soft and tender texture. Therefore, it is easier on their mouth and stomach. 

5. PREVENTS KIDNEY DISEASE AND ORGAN STRESS

They seldom drink water. Feeding canned food increases their water intake easily, putting less stress on vital organs, such as the kidneys.

Puppies deserve to be loved. One way to make them feel extra special is through providing them quality food. W Hydrocolloids, Inc. is a global carrageenan exporter focused on food applications and that includes pet food. We have carrageenan blends: The Rico 87 Series that is FUR-fect for either semi-moist pet food or chunks in gravy. It enhances water and meat particle binding, provides stability and texture, and unmolds easily from the can. They would surely appreciate their canned treats.

W Hydrocolloids Joins FIC 2018

We are excited to meet you in one of the most significant events of food innovators that showcases a wide range of possibilities: The Food Ingredient China 2018! See you there!

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