FUMAGALLI SALUMI: 75% Reduction in Complaints with Antares Vision Group’s ALL-IN-ONE Solution

Improvement of production processes and a 75% reduction in complaints within the first three months of adopting the solution: these are the goals achieved by Fumagalli Industria Alimentari S.p.A., thanks to the implementation of Antares Vision Group’s ALL-IN-ONE technology.

ALL-IN-ONE is an innovative system that allows multiple quality control inspections to be performed with a single machine. In particular, detecting micro-holes in-line plays a crucial role for the company, as it is not uncommon for fats naturally present in cured meats to settle in the sealing area of the packaging, causing micro-holes that lead to rapid product deterioration. Once on the shelf, spoiled products are immediately noticeable by the end consumer, raising concerns about product quality and often attributing the deterioration not to packaging errors—of which the buyer is often unaware—but to the inherent quality of the cured meats, causing significant economic and reputational damage to the brand. The customized configuration of ALL-IN-ONE for Fumagalli Industria Alimentari includes in-line micro-hole detection technology, X-Ray inspection, and checkweigher, with a reduced footprint of just 2 meters in length.

The introduction of X-Ray technology has added significant value to the quality control process. “Now,” explains Andrea Fumagalli, Operations Director of Fumagalli Industria Alimentari S.p.A., “we can confidently detect any foreign objects of different types, ensuring greater safety and reliability for our products.” This innovation has been well received by clients, especially quality control managers, who appreciate the reduction in complaints and the higher level of protection for their products, particularly those marketed under private label brands.

“The success story of Fumagalli Salumi,” says Fabio Forestelli, General Manager of FMCG, “shows how the drive for innovation and the desire to improve product quality are key factors in optimizing processes. ALL-IN-ONE is a breakthrough in the food industry because it combines multiple inspection solutions into a single machine. This is the direction we are heading in—anticipating market needs and addressing them with advanced technologies to improve all standards, benefiting all stakeholders involved. This is the first level of an integrated system that enables product tracking, ensuring safety, integrity, transparency, and authenticity throughout the entire supply chain.”

Thanks to the unified interface of ALL-IN-ONE, Fumagalli Salumi has simplified its monitoring process, with the added ability to perform defect analysis through differentiated waste disposal, planning corrective actions for continuous improvement of the production system.

“The technology from Antares Vision Group, particularly the in-line micro-hole inspection, allowed us to achieve positive results within the first month of use,” explains Andrea Fumagalli. “Our retail customers have also noticed a significant 75% reduction in complaints from consumers or retail outlets. This demonstrates the effectiveness of the inspection and in-line micro-hole detection system in improving product quality and ensuring customer satisfaction.