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About VMI
VMI helps manufacturers achieve consistent product quality through advanced mixing and kneading technologies.
For more than 70 years, food, bakery, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturers have relied on VMI solutions to improve process control, scale production, and support innovation. From laboratory development to fully automated production systems, our technologies are designed to solve real-world manufacturing challenges.
By combining technical expertise, global support, and a commitment to continuous improvement, we help customers operate more efficiently, reduce waste, and stay competitive in fast-changing markets.
Discover the VMI story
For more than 60 years, VMI has been the worldwide specialist of mixing methods and processes, for bakery, snackfood, healthcare and chemical industries. The company designs and manufactures all its mixing machines and systems on the production site of Saint-Hilaire-de-Loulay (Vendée, France).
Key industries
VMI specializes in the bakery, biscuits, cookies & crackers as well as pharmaceuticals and cosmetics industries, offering expert mixing solutions to meet evolving demands.
Bread & bakery product applications:
Biscuits, cookies & cracker applications:
- Biscuits
- Cookies
- Crackers
- Granola bars
Cosmetics applications:
- Mascara, foundation, lipstick
- Cream, moisturizer, lotion, serums
- Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothpaste
- Oral solutions (e.g. cough syrups)
- Topicals
- Eye drops
Pharmaceutical & nutraceutical applications:
- Creams
- Ointments
- Serums
- Lotions
- Semi-solid products like mascara
- Oral solutions (cough syrups)
- Topicals
- Eye drops
Process excellence
VMI delivers multiple technologies including planetary mixers, continuous mixers, vertical batch systems—engineered for scalability and consistency.
Knowledge Hub
Explore VMI’s expert insights, case studies, recipes, and webinars on mixing solutions across industries.
EcoVadis
VMI has been awarded the 2026 EcoVadis Silver rating, placing it among the top 15% of companies assessed for sustainability performance. The recognition highlights continued progress in environmental, social, and ethical business practices.
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Get in touch
We take a distinctive approach to the processes that drive manufacturing. Let us know how we can help you achieve your goals for efficiency, productivity and safety.