Elea PEF News
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Stay up to date with the latest news from Elea Technology and the world of Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) processing. Here we share product updates, application insights, customer projects, R&D developments, events and practical perspectives on how PEF is improving yield, efficiency, quality and sustainability in food and beverage processing.
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Innovation Starts Here – Meet Our New Team Member!
Since August, we’ve been thrilled to welcome Mohammad Zohor Naseri to the Elea team. Every new colleague brings fresh perspectives that drive us forward!
A Big Step Forward: First System Shipped from Our New Storage Hall!
Our new storage hall next to our headquarters in Quakenbrück is officially ready, and the very first shipment has just left the building!
Another great milestone — a new publication in the Food Research International journal!
We are proud to announce the publication of our latest research in Food Research International, exploring the effectiveness of Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) technology in reducing spoilage microorganisms in plant-based beverages.
Crispier, Lighter, Smarter: PEF Technology Transforms Sweet Potato Chips
We’re excited to announce our latest publication in Elsevier Applied Food Research with the topic “Effects of Pulsed Electric Field Treatment and Raw Material Storage on Processing Properties and Quality Attributes of Fried Sweet Potato Chips.”
Welcoming the Next Generation of Food Innovators
Last week we welcomed the new winter semester 2025/2026 students from the Food Process and Product Engineering (FPPE) MSc programme jointly run by the Stiftung Tierärztliche Hochschule Hannover (TiHo) and the DIL Deutsches Institut für Lebensmitteltechnik e. V.
Innovation in Action: Elea PEF Chip Day 2025 Brings the Potato Chips Industry Together
On 9 October 2025, Elea Technology GmbH opened its doors to chip producers, food industry professionals, and partners from across the globe for the Elea PEF Chip Day 2025 at its headquarters in Quakenbrück, Germany. The event provided an in-depth look at the latest innovations in Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) processing for potato chips.
Meet the Experts: Elea PEF Chip Day Welcomes Mathias Henningsen
We’re excited to welcome Mathias Henningsen from our partner ScanStore A/S as the next confirmed speaker for Elea PEF Chip Day on 9th October.
Welcoming Ari Salvador Moreno Razo: Advancing PEF Research Together
ELEA Technology recently welcomed PhD candidate Ari Salvador Moreno Razo for a week-long visit, collaborating with our team to establish a validated microbial inactivation model based on CFD simulations.
From Salerno to the Future of PEF: Celebrating Innovation, Collaboration & What’s Next
Last week, ELEA Technology GmbH had the absolute pleasure of sponsoring the 10th edition of the PEF School 2025 at the Università degli Studi di Salerno – and supporting the hands-on practical courses that make it so special.
Kanaan’s Tomislav Lukacevic to Share PEF Production Insights at Elea PEF Chip Day 2025
We’re pleased to welcome Tomislav Lukacevic, Investment Director at Kanaan, as a speaker at Elea PEF Chip Day 2025 on 9th October—bringing firsthand user insights into how PEF has elevated Kanaan’s potato-chip lines.
Pioneering Protein Extraction with the Green Xuta Project
Since May 2024, Elea has been collaborating with Leibniz Universität Hannover, supported by Projektträger Jülich (PtJ), on the Green Xuta Protein Project, which will run until April 2026.
Three Systems, Three Destinations – A Busy Two Weeks at Elea!
Our team has been busy! Over the past two weeks, we have prepared and shipped three systems to customers and partners around the world.
Unlocking the Potential of Microalgae with PEF
Microalgae, PEF and collaboration – three highlights from Elea. At ELEA Technology GmbH, we’re exploring how Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) technology can unlock the full potential of microalgae for sustainable applications in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
On the Road: The Wine & Olive Oil PEF Tour Begins!
Our Wine & Olive Oil PEF Tour has officially started, and we are on our way to our first customer in Italy! Together with our business partner ScanStore A/S, we are visiting several wineries to demonstrate how PEF technology can enhance both processing and wine quality.
Celebrating 10 Years of Innovation at the BIQ Quakenbrück
Yesterday, the BIQ Business- und Innovationspark Quakenbrück celebrated its 10th anniversary! Elea was proud to be on site to present PEF Technology and share Eleas journey from a start-up to the company we are today.
Showcasing Innovation: Political and Economic Regional Leaders Visit Elea
Last month, we had the pleasure of welcoming several regional leaders to our site as part of a tour showcasing innovative start-ups in the Osnabrück region.
New Energy, Fresh Ideas: Welcoming Matteo Stefanelli to the Team!
We’re excited to introduce the newest member of our team: Matteo Stefanelli! After completing a successful internship with us in 2024, Matteo went on to earn his Master of Science in Food Science and Technology from the University of Parma. Now, we're proud to welcome him back—this time as a Food Technologist.
International Students from the ISU Program Explore PEF Technology at Elea
Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming a group of international students from the International Summer University (ISU) program at Hochschule Osnabrück, accompanied by Dr. Lusani Norah Vhangani, PhD, to Elea.
Driving PEF Innovation in Drying at EURODRYING 2025
At EURODRYING2025 in Wageningen (6–9 July), Elea’s MD Prof. Dr Stefan Töpfl delivered a keynote on how Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) technology enhances drying processes like convective, microwave-vacuum, and freeze-drying.
Live product samples showed clear improvements in texture, structure, and efficiency. Discussions focused on PEF’s potential to improve product quality, speed up drying, and reduce energy use.
Elea and Assoenologi Confirm Sensory Benefits of PEF Technology in 2025 Wine Analysis
PEF-treated wines from Elea’s 2024 harvest trial aren’t just efficient—they’re exceptional. In 2025, an independent sensory panel led by Assoenologi confirmed that PEF enhances wine character, freshness, and balance.
From brighter Chardonnays to richer Montepulcianos, PEF is changing the game—gently, sustainably, and powerfully.