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University creates US database of food safety inspections

University of Maryland researchers used automated data capturing to create the database.

Jeremy Gerrard

April 13, 2015

Automated robots collect data from local government websites.

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Robotic advancements to surge in manufacturing productivity

The new wave of industrial robots is near a point of takeoff that could boost productivity for many food and beverage manufacturers.

Jeremy Gerrard

February 25, 2015

By 2025, labor costs are projected to be 18 to 33 percent lower in countries such as the US and China.

Rich McDonnell, Parker Hannifin's Pneumatic Division N.A.

Engineering R&D

Get a grip: The light touch

Wayne Labs

February 5, 2015

Technically inclined people in the baby boom generation no doubt remember the crystal (more properly known as piezoelectric) phonograph cartridge or microphone.

Manufacturing News

Recent accidents spur OSHA to launch new initiatives

A workplace injury in Florida mirrors another recent incident involving lockout/tagout standards

February 5, 2015

The unexpected startup of robotic equipment—palletizers included—can result in a release of stored energy.

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What’s new at PACK EXPO East

The first PACK EXPO East showcases new technologies and robotics in Philadelphia, February 16-18.

January 23, 2015

The event will meet the needs of a vibrant, yet previously underserved, Northeastern manufacturing marketplace.

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ISA, Automation Federation applaud kickoff of 2015 FIRST Robotics Competition

More than 75,000 high school students compete in programs celebrating science and technology.

Jeremy Gerrard

January 23, 2015

Working with adult mentors, students have six weeks to design, build, program and test their robots to meet the season’s engineering challenge, RECYCLE RUSH.

Technology Sourcebook

Protecting electrical equipment from dust, debris and chemicals, Roxtec cable entry seals provide airtight and watertight protection during high-pressure hosing; they meet IP 66/67 and UL/NEMA 4, 4x, 12 & 13 standards for use in the food manufacturing industry.

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Report touches on 8 key trends identified at PACK EXPO 2014

A team of PMMI’s reporters spoke to attendees and exhibitors on the show floor to compile a report highlighting key trends and technologies.

Jeremy Gerrard

January 12, 2015

Flexibility, sustainability and serialization were among the market drivers recognized in the report.

Technology Sourcebook

Leak detection system

January 12, 2015

The JLS Automation PIVT leak detection system utilizes vacuum, vision and other sensor technologies to detect seal contamination, leaks and pinholes; it allows a robot to identify leaky packages and reject them.

Automation Series

The rise of robotic automation

Robotics can play a role in pick-and-place, packaging, case packing and palletizing processes, but how do you know where to implement robotic automation?

Wayne Labs

January 8, 2015

Throughput. It all comes down to this number.

Cargill Invests in its Cocoa Supply Chain

Going for Gold(fish): Inside The Campbell’s Company’s $160M Cracker Plant Expansion

Exploring the Impact of Women Engineers on the Food Industry

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Decarbonizing Process Heat: What You Should Know and Next Steps

Driven by climate goals, business risk, client interest, and resilience considerations, food and beverage companies are increasingly turning their attention to decarbonizing their production processes.

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