Left to right is Trevor Howard and Tomás Vallés Respected Norwich-based and British food processing equipment manufacturer Fabcon Food Systems has entered into a partnership with Spanish specialist TJF which will see both firms collaborating on the sale and supply of batch frying, pre-processing, seasoning, distribution and packaging systems. Trevor Howard, managing director of Fabcon Food Systems said: “This is another exciting partnership for us as it’s clear there are so many synergies between Fabcon and TJF. The new Anglo-Spanish link-up will see Norwich firm working closely with the Zaragoza specialist to offer a wide range of batch fryers to their respective customers. Each firm’s fryers will also have the capability to be integrated into either company’s systems, whilst Fabcon will be able to use TJF-built mid speed range bagmakers for their processing lines, in particular where high speeds are not required. “They are a hugely respected food processing manufacturer and our partnership will focus on a number of areas. For example, we both offer different ranges and sizes of batch fryers which can now be made available and designed into bespoke systems for our customers “I’m certain our partnership will go from strength-to-strength in the months and years ahead and will hugely benefit both companies and our customers.” Tomás Vallés, CEO and representing the third generation of TJF added: “We worked with the team at Fabcon on a major UK-based project in 2023 and quickly realised we share similar values, standards and experience. “It was therefore the next natural step to enter into a more formal agreement which will see us supporting each other on certain projects both here in Europe and across the world. “Fabcon is known throughout the industry for its exceptionally high design and build quality so we are delighted to be working with Trevor and the team. Our customers stand to benefit hugely.” Founded in 2015, Fabcon Food Systems manufacture, supply and install handling and processing equipment for the food industry. Designed and built at the company’s Norwich factory in the UK, the Fabcon team of 35 supply systems and machinery to customers in the UK, mainland Europe, the Middle East, Australia and Africa. TJF have over 50 years’ experience working in the manufacture of machines for industries dedicated to the production and packaging of snacks, chips, nuts and extruded products. The Fabcon Food Systems website is available through www.fabcon.co.uk, whilst TJF S.A. website can be accessed via https://tjf.es/en/