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Crafting artisanal baked goods—like La Boulangerie Delice’s signature “Croissant D’or” with its buttery, flaky layers and tender interior—is a labor of precision. For a company producing 20,000 to 25,000 pastries hourly on state-of-the-art lines, controlling every variable is non-negotiable.

“From the crispness of our croissants to the texture of our pain au chocolat, every detail defines our customers’ experience,” says Jean Dubois, Operations Manager at La Boulangerie Delice SAS. Founded in 1925 in Lyon, France, this family-owned bakery has grown from a small neighborhood shop to a regional leader, with over 60 retail outlets across France and a thriving business supplying frozen, par-baked products to wholesalers and supermarkets across Western Europe. Its secret? A century-old commitment to premium ingredients and traditional slow-baking methods—backed by uncompromising quality control.
Quality Leadership Drives the Search for Advanced Inspection
“Our success rests on two pillars: quality and value,” Dubois explains. “We hold IFS and ISO certifications, and scored an impressive 99% in our last IFS audit. Every step—from raw material checks to baking times and temperatures, to final inspections of shape, color, taste, and foreign bodies—undergoes rigorous scrutiny.”
By 2020, Delice sought to elevate its food safety protocols further. “Metal detectors alone weren’t enough,” Dubois notes. “They only detect metal, and their accuracy drops with hot baked goods. We needed a solution that could spot a wider range of contaminants—like stone fragments or plastic—and deliver the precision our brand demands.”
Their search led them to Shanghai Fanchi-tech Machinery Co., Ltd—a global leader in food safety inspection equipment, including metal detectors, checkweighers, and x-ray systems. “Fanchi-tech stood out for its strong reputation in the European market, proven technology, and local technical support team,” Dubois says. “We needed a partner that could handle our unique production environment—and Fanchi-tech delivered.”
Custom Solutions for a Challenging Layout
The collaboration resulted in a tailored package: three FA-XIS X-Ray Inspection Systems (Fanchi-tech’s flagship model) and two FA-MD Metal Detectors. Installing the equipment, however, presented unique hurdles. Delice’s three pastry lines had limited space, and the area behind the ovens was harsh—high temperatures and heavy flour dust threatened equipment performance and safety.
Fanchi-tech’s sales and engineering teams worked closely with Dubois to design a solution:
A custom mezzanine floor was built to house the three FA-XIS units, maximizing vertical space.
Conveyor belts were re-routed to seamlessly transport products to the x-ray systems.
A bespoke radiation safety system was developed to meet strict EU standards, ensuring operator protection.
Flour dust ruled out Fanchi-tech’s standard vortex coolers, so the team integrated the FA-XIS units with Delice’s internal water-cooling system—keeping electrical components at optimal temperatures to prevent premature failure.
Reliability, Safety, and Hygiene That Impress
Nearly three years later, the FA-XIS systems continue to exceed expectations. “We run these machines 20 hours a day, 6 to 7 days a week—and they’ve been incredibly reliable,” Dubois says. “Aside from one minor issue, which Fanchi-tech resolved immediately under warranty, we’ve had zero downtime related to the x-ray systems.”
Ease of use and accuracy have also stood out. “The FA-XIS units are self-adjusting, so setup was simple, and detection accuracy is higher than we anticipated,” Dubois adds. “Safety is non-negotiable: we test radiation levels three times daily, and we’ve never recorded excess levels.”
Hygiene—critical in bakery operations—was another win. “These machines are designed for easy cleaning,” Dubois notes. “They open fully, with no hidden nooks where flour or pastry debris can build up—saving our team time and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.”
A Partner Worth Recommending
For Jean Dubois and La Boulangerie Delice, Fanchi-tech’s equipment has become an integral part of their quality promise. “We’re extremely satisfied with Fanchi-tech—their technology, their support, and their understanding of our needs,” he says. “I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Shanghai Fanchi-tech to any food manufacturer looking to enhance their safety and quality controls.”
For food producers across Europe and beyond, Shanghai Fanchi-tech Machinery Co., Ltd delivers more than equipment—it delivers peace of mind. With tailored solutions, global support, and a focus on reliability, Fanchi-tech is your partner in protecting your brand and your customers.