Belcolade chocolate factory

Securing Sustainability: Wibe Group Supports the World’s First Carbon-Neutral Chocolate Factory

When Puratos expanded its Belcolade facility in Erembodegem, Belgium, the mission was clear: to build the world’s first carbon-neutral chocolate factory. To achieve this, every component of the infrastructure had to meet the highest standards for both hygiene and environmental responsibility. 

In the food industry, compliance with HACCP hygiene standards is non-negotiable. Belcolade required a cable routing solution that could prevent dust accumulation and withstand rigorous cleaning, all while supporting a facility powered by 100% renewable electricity and advanced heat pump technology.

The Solution: High Performance Meets Green Standards

The project utilised a combination of Stago cable trays and Wibe cable ladders, selected for their technical excellence and the installer's positive past experiences:

• • Stago KB184 Cable Trays: Unperforated and powder-coated for an elegant, easy-to-clean finish that meets strict food safety requirements.
• • Wibe KHZP Cable Ladders: A robust stainless-steel solution with an outstanding weight-to-strength ratio, allowing for faster installation and fewer support points.

A Shared Commitment to the Future

While Wibe Group was chosen for its technical superiority and ease of installation, our commitment to sustainability made us the perfect partner for this carbon-neutral pioneer.

Just as Belcolade aims for 100% sustainable chocolate, Wibe Group is dedicated to "sustainable solutions for generations to come". With an EcoVadis Gold Rating (placing us in the top 1% of our industry) and a transition to 97.7% renewable electricity in our own production, we support our customers in developing more sustainable and greener supply chains.

The Result

By choosing Wibe Group, Belcolade secured a reliable, hygienic, and long-lasting infrastructure that supports their goal of a fairer, more sustainable cocoa value chain.

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