Exhibiting at Seafood Expo North America 2025

Vendée Concept is a leading French manufacturer of advanced processing equipment for the food industry, with a specialization in grading, slicing, and weighing technologies for seafood, poultry, and meat sectors. Headquartered in La Roche-sur-Yon, Vendée, France, the company combines innovation, precision engineering, and deep industry knowledge to deliver tailored automation solutions to food processors worldwide.

Company Background and Growth

Established in 1991, Vendée Concept began as a regional engineering company focused on automation for agri-food production. Over the years, it has grown into a key player in the European food machinery market, offering a wide portfolio of customized processing solutions. With over three decades of experience, Vendée Concept serves clients in more than 25 countries, particularly in Europe, North Africa, and South America.

Core Business and Product Lines

Vendée Concept designs, manufactures, and installs intelligent systems that optimize food processing lines by improving speed, accuracy, and food safety. Their systems are particularly known for integrating vision technology, automated weight grading, and custom slicing systems.

Main Product Categories:

• Poultry Processing Equipment

  • CALIBRA T QUARTZ checkweigher
  • Automatic slicers and conveyors
  • Weigh-price labeling integration systems

• Seafood Processing Equipment

  • Fish graders with video grading technology
  • Compact grading and weighing stations
  • Oyster and shellfish processing solutions

• Meat Processing Equipment

  • Multi-head weighers
  • Video recognition systems for product sorting
  • Conveyor-based smart portioning systems

Each machine is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing production lines and comply with the highest hygiene and safety standards in the EU food processing sector.

Specialization and Technology Leadership

Vendée Concept is distinguished by its early and successful integration of artificial vision systems and machine learning algorithms into food grading applications. These technologies enable real-time decision-making, ensuring optimal grading accuracy and traceability.

Their grading machines offer:

• Up to 150 products per minute processing speed
• Vision-based grading accuracy > 98%
• Dynamic weighing with ±1g precision
• Touchscreen control interfaces and remote support systems

Their video grading solutions, especially for delicate seafood and oysters, are considered among the most advanced in the market.

Export Activities and Market Reach

According to international trade data and client references, Vendée Concept has a strong export track record:

• Serves clients in France, Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Brazil, Chile, and Canada
• Partnered with leading seafood and poultry producers across Europe and Latin America
• Over 300 machines installed internationally in the last decade

Their target market includes medium-to-large food processing units, OEM system integrators, and export-focused producers.

Manufacturing and Engineering Capabilities

Vendée Concept operates a fully integrated manufacturing site in La Roche-sur-Yon, featuring:

• CAD and 3D simulation software for custom design
• Laser cutting, stainless steel fabrication, and in-house electrical cabinet assembly
• Vision algorithm programming and PLC/HMI development
• Prototyping lab for client-specific testing and training

The company has a dedicated R&D division focusing on automation, AI-driven grading, and traceability systems to keep pace with evolving food safety regulations.

Certifications and Regulatory Compliance

All equipment designed by Vendée Concept complies with:

• CE marking (European Conformity)
• HACCP-compliant design principles
• EN ISO 13849 safety of machinery standards
• IP66/IP69K protection standards for washdown equipment

Their sanitary design meets EU food contact material directives, ensuring suitability for strict hygiene environments such as meat and seafood plants.

Customer Testimonials and Success Stories

“Vendée Concept’s video grader for oysters helped us triple our sorting speed and reduce product damage by 50%.” — Director of Production, Shellfish Exporter, Brittany, France

“The integration of CALIBRA checkweighers into our poultry line significantly improved our packaging accuracy and compliance with retail weight bands.” — QA Manager, Poultry Plant, Spain

Industry Recognition and Achievements

• Chosen automation partner for large food processors in France and Iberia
• Featured regularly in CFIA Rennes and Seafood Processing Global
• Recognized for innovation in video grading technologies by food engineering forums
• Continuous investment in R&D with over 10% of revenue reinvested annually into innovation

Vendée Concept continues to lead the transformation of food processing through precision automation, sustainable design, and intelligent control systems, making it a strategic partner for food manufacturers aiming to modernize their operations and compete globally.