TECH FLASH Case history: Science-based ozone system improves seafood processor’s peace of mind In addition to food inspectors, customers often ask for bacteria counts. Shane O'Halloran November 12, 2013 One processor says bacteria count reduction has a direct impact on earnings, and ozone has made cleaning easy.Read More
TECH FLASH Manufacturing sector economic activity up for fifth straight month The overall economy grew for the 53rd straight month, according to the latest Manufacturing ISM Report on Business. Shane O'Halloran November 12, 2013 The New Orders Index was up, while the Production Index decreased slightly.Read More
TECH FLASH Global food and beverage industry on the comeback An industry survey reveals light at the end of the tunnel. Shane O'Halloran October 29, 2013 Manufacturers are doing more with less to increase efficiencies.Read More
TECH FLASH FDA proposes FSMA controls on pet food, agricultural feed This is the fifth rule the agency has proposed this year as part of FSMA. October 29, 2013 There are currently no regulations in place governing the production of most animal foods.Read More
TECH FLASH Valve bag packaging for dry bulk foods: What are you missing out on? Improvements in valve bag packaging have made the systems popular in Europe, but US manufacturers may still see them as messy or unreliable. Shane O'Halloran October 29, 2013 Why that perception should change.Read More
TECH FLASH Zen Guide to Manufacturing Intelligence provides enlightenment on quality metrics A new eBook shows how to use data beyond the shop floor. Shane O'Halloran October 29, 2013 The guide covers five steps in the journey to data-driven wisdom.Read More
TECH FLASH Fieldbus Foundation and HART Communication Foundation discuss merger A combined organization could more comprehensively address field communications and intelligent device management. Shane O'Halloran October 29, 2013 A combined organization could more comprehensively address field communications and intelligent device management.Read More
TECH FLASH OECD makes nanomaterial safety assessment recommendations The group recommends existing chemical safety frameworks be used, but says they may need to be adapted. Shane O'Halloran October 29, 2013 Nanomaterials offer intriguing applications for food and beverage, but human and environmental risk has not been established.Read More
TECH FLASH Washington GMO initiative down to the wire after support drops An advertising blitz from both sides has evened out public opinion. Shane O'Halloran October 29, 2013 The outcome of Initiative 522 could help determine national rules on GMO labeling.Read More
TECH FLASH 10 steps to making analytics pay in manufacturing Plant floor analytics have to be linked with customer-focused processes to be the most beneficial. Shane O'Halloran October 29, 2013 By choosing metrics to measure performance from a customer’s perspective, manufacturers can make analytics pay off.Read More