Bippi

Client: Bippi Foods
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Employees: 13
Founded: 2020
Website: www.bippifoods.com
Industry: Food Manufacturing

Introduction:

From Nonna’s Kitchen to Nationwide, Bippi is bringing the heart of Italian cuisine to Australian homes. Rooted in Nonna Emilia’s treasured recipes, Bippi’s range of condiments aims to build connections through the joy of authentic, home-style cooking. From humble start to production powerhouse, Bippi has achieved a remarkable 120% increase in output capacity thanks to strategic automation and a values-driven partnership with Adelphi Manufacturing and Emrich.

The Challenge:

As demand for Bippi’s distinctive condiments grew, their semi automatic production methods couldn’t keep pace. Their most popular product, Italian Style Chilli, presented a particular challenge. Hot-filled, with chunky pieces suspended in oil, it required an especially gentle and precise filling process. Due to the high amount of particulates, maintaining product consistency while increasing volume had been a serious bottleneck for Bippi’s growth.

The Solution:

While exploring equipment options at a Melbourne trade fair, Bippi’s founder (and grandson of Nonna Emilia) Ben Circosta discovered Adelphi Manufacturing through their local representative, Emrich. The equipment distributor installs and maintains Adelphi’s automation all throughout Australia. Adelphi’s Dean Willis and Emrich’s Chris Johnson were able to demo the twin-headed Response Automation Base on the stand, there and then.

After evaluating five different suppliers, the decision was clear: Adelphi Manufacturing’s Response Automation Base was the only system capable of handling the texture and complexity of their flagship chilli without compromising quality.

The transition from semi-automatic to automated filling was revolutionary- the Response technology not only preserves product integrity it also dramatically increases production efficiency to new heights.

The Results:

1. 120% increase in production capacity

2. Improved product consistency and presentation

3. Human labour now devoted to other tasks rather than filling jars

4. Streamlined operations, allowing the team of 13 to meet increasing demand without outsourcing

The onboarding process was seamless. Emrich’s sales and engineering team consistently provide hands-on support from installation, setup, all the way troubleshooting and servicing. This ensured Bippi’s transition into fully automatic production was stress-free.

Shared Values, Stronger Partnerships:

This partnership can’t be boiled down to technical compatibility. It’s a relationship built on shared values, like family heritage, quality, and integrity. Both Adelphi Manufcaturing and Emrich are family run businesses and Dean and Chris’ working relationship spans over four years.

On the outcome of this project, Chris had this to say:

“The collaboration has been smooth and professional from day one, with everyone committed to achieving the best possible outcome. Dean’s in-depth knowledge, along with his attention to detail, ensured the equipment was perfectly tailored to its application. Running trials with the Adelphi Response at Ben’s facility provided valuable insights that shaped the final solution. The thorough follow-up and cross-checking throughout the project meant nothing was missed — and the result was right first time.

It’s been a pleasure to be part of such a well-aligned and focused team.”

Collaborations like these demonstrate that with the right support you can stay true to your artisan roots while scaling your oporation.

Customer Endorsement:

Bippi strongly recommends Adelphi Manufacturing as a supplier to businesses in food production, especially to those navigating the complexities of scaling artisanal products without losing authenticity.