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Automation system boosts capacity at Cargill plant

Community, state and federal officials join in celebrating the opening of the renovated $50 million distribution center.

Jeremy Gerrard

January 25, 2016

With the addition, capacity is boosted by 70,000 boxes.

Technology Sourcebook

Gable-top case packer

January 18, 2016

The Schneider gable-top stainless steel case packer can change out from a 2-pack convenience case to 3-, 4-, 6- and 8-pack cases.

TECH FLASH

Cheese processor has packaging integrity in the bag

Improving controls results in better quality and more cost-efficient processing for Glanbia Foods.

December 28, 2015

Now, de-boxed packaged cheese blocks remain vacuum sealed until it’s time for them to be used.

TECH FLASH

Changing preferences create opportunities for innovation

Consumers are shifting toward on-the-go and clean-label products.

Jeremy Gerrard

December 15, 2015

Continuous collaboration between consumer goods manufacturers and technology suppliers is necessary to speed up the implementation of new processing and packaging solutions.

Technology Sourcebook

Designed to work with the AirPouch Express 3 void-fill protective packaging system, the Automated Packaging Systems AirPouch pillow separator includes an operator-friendly HMI control panel to preset the amount of pillows needed; the system automatically counts and separates void-fill air pillows that are inflated on demand.

Technology Sourcebook

Bagging system

November 16, 2015

Built to package confectionery, pastries and cookies, the Rovema BVC 180 bagging system has an integrated weigher and pick-and-place module; the components are operated from an HMI panel.

Food packaging market expected to grow at 4 percent CAGR through 2019

Jeremy Gerrard

October 21, 2015

Increasing demand for convenience packaging, forcing vendors to develop innovative packaging solutions, is an emerging trend in the food packaging market which is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4 percent through 2019, according to a new report “Global Food Packaging Market 2015 – 2019” conducted by SandlerResearch.org

Livestock reporting law reauthorized

October 15, 2015

President Obama has signed a measure reauthorizing the Livestock Mandatory Reporting law, which requires meat packers to report to USDA the prices they pay for cattle, hogs and lambs.

Technology Sourcebook

Strapping machine

September 19, 2015

Available in Base and Pro versions, the Mosca fully automated SoniXs TR-6 strapping machine can be integrated into any food industry operation.

Technology Sourcebook

Form/fill/seal bagger

September 16, 2015

Built for the snack food sector, the BVR 230 VFFS continuous vertical form/fill/seal bagging machine includes an integrated weigher, rotating sealing tool arrangement and separately driven cutting knife.

Campbell’s Terminates Exec Over Alleged Disparaging Comments

Alternative Protein in 2025: Key Trends and Technologies

circular packaging material for frozen and chilled food packaging

Sustainable Barrier Coatings Replace PFAS, PE and other Plasticized Materials in Packaging

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June 17, 2025

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods’ State of the Cold Chain

On Demand Kelley Rodriguez, Editor in Chief of Refrigerated & Frozen Foods, will be joined in this 60-minute webinar by industry experts to help unpack the latest research.

July 23, 2025

Decarbonizing Process Heat: What You Should Know and Next Steps

On Demand 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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