TECH FLASH PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2013 provides path to food safety, better branding and more PACK EXPO will demonstrate new processing and packaging technologies to help manufacturers stay competitive. Shane O'Halloran August 28, 2013 Here's a preview of some of show highlights for PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2013.Read More
TECH FLASH Exclusive: Compressed air or environmental problems? Here are solutions. FE discusses the importance of air quality in plants as food safety requirements increase. Wayne Labs August 14, 2013 FSMA and GFSI schemes have made environmental air and compressed air important parts of food safety.Read More
TECH FLASH Attract and Inform: Using graphic enhancements to differentiate packaged goods and highlight important product information Today’s average consumer is much more aware of what information is required on CPG packages. Shane O'Halloran August 14, 2013 Many consumers seek out local or organic goods or products that fit their dietary restrictions.Read More
TECH FLASH Modified atmosphere packaging can help meet logistical challenges while improving freshness MAP packaging does not affect taste or nutrition the way heat sterilization and freezing do. August 14, 2013 Gases commonly used in preservation include oxygen, carbon dioxide and nitrogen.Read More
TECH FLASH Millennial moms use mobile tech in the kitchen Moms ages 18 to 34 are more likely to use smart phones and tablets in meal planning, shopping and cooking. August 14, 2013 Social media engagement is highest among moms with children in the home.Read More
TECH FLASH New hyperspectral sensor-based system for potato processors helps sorting The technology can help identify problems in a potato’s chemical composition before processing. Shane O'Halloran August 14, 2013 By identifying issues like sugar ends before cooking, processors save time and money.Read More
TECH FLASH Texas A&M instructs the next generation of food engineers Professor Rosana G. Moreira discusses how Texas A&M's Food Engineering/Food Technology program trains the industry's next generation of engineers. Mikell Knights August 7, 2013 Rosana G. Moreira, professor of food engineering and assistant department head at BAEN-TAMU talks to Food Engineering about the program in an exclusive interview. Read More
TECH FLASH Digital printing poised for growth Next generation printing technologies offer shorter lead times and lower cost. July 30, 2013 We discuss the future of digital printing technologies with Kate Achelpohl, director of member communications at PMMI.Read More
TECH FLASH Case history: Animal crackers get chocolate-covered makeover When Stauffer’s needed baggers and scales for chocolate enrobing, they travelled to PACK EXPO Las Vegas. Shane O'Halloran July 30, 2013 New chocolate-enrobed crackers have been so popular, the baggers and scales run 24 hours a day.Read More
TECH FLASH UK committee says horse meat contamination likely fraud; food testing facility decline a concern A new report blames elements of the food industry seeking to make a profit despite traceability requirements for last year’s scandal. Shane O'Halloran July 30, 2013 The UK’s Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee also calls for increased authenticity testing for meat.Read More