FEG eyes ‘huge growth’ after patent approval

A North East engineering business is set to expand its footprint in the UK and Europe following a breakthrough in industrial technology.

Washington-headquartered FEG Global has secured full patent approval for its LGC Scrubber, a modular system designed to eliminate oil mist and odours in food manufacturing. 

Already in use at Whitby Seafoods, the LGC Scrubber is helping reduce legal and insurance risks while creating potential revenue streams by repurposing waste.

Chris Williams, managing director of FEG Global, said: “Being awarded the design patent is a huge step forward, especially in relation to supporting food manufacturers in the UK and Europe by delivering a fit-for-purpose, market-focused solution. 

“We can help solve a significant problem for the industry, regardless of what end-product they are making, as well as help reduce any health and safety risk, with one modular install.

“This could see huge growth for the company domestically and overseas.”

With offices in the Midlands, Glasgow and Belgium, FEG Global is now planning a pan-European growth drive, targeting food manufacturers with high temperature frying and cooking needs.

Chris Dickinson, head of engineering at Whitby Seafoods, added: “As a high-volume food manufacturer operating seven days a week with production five days a week, it is paramount for our site to meet - and exceed - the required industry standards especially in relation to our environmental responsibilities.

“We have worked closely with FEG Global to commission, design and install the LGC Scrubber to manage and eliminate high levels of oils and odour coming from our production lines. 

“This has been a seamless process, and we now have a singular unit that does exactly that.”

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