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What FSMA requires for environmental monitoring

Not all food and beverage plants require the same amount of environmental monitoring

Wayne Labs

September 14, 2017

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FSMA places new requirements on environmental monitoring in food and beverage plants.

How processors can plan for, recover from extreme weather

Experts offer advice for factories when it comes to preparing for the worst, and getting up and running again after a major weather event.

Wayne Labs

September 8, 2017

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With this year’s hurricane season, 500-year storms now seem like ten-year events. And it’s become increasingly clear that processors need to be prepared for the worst.

Georgia Institute of Technology launches outreach initiative for food processors

The Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership will offer training in food safety, workforce development, among other things.

Crystal Lindell

August 30, 2017

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“Food processing comprises many different products and sizes of manufacturers and it is important to assure their viability and growth,” says GaMEP Director Karen Fite.

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How to avoid USDA import refusals with preparation

Recent Brazilian meat scandal shines a light on USDA policies on imported foods.

Wayne Labs

July 27, 2017

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Every day around the world, in most countries, food products are refused entry—not just due to food safety issues, but also inaccurate paperwork, label issues and adulteration.

Replacement Parts

Food processors are spending less on replacement parts

Report shows that more companies are spending less on replacement parts, but searching for the lowest price is still a low priority for companies.

Crystal Lindell

July 12, 2017

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Food and beverage companies are spending less on replacement parts than they did in the past.

Maintenance

Predictive maintenance, Internet of Things can lead to big maintenance savings

The Industrial Internet of Things and low-cost sensors make PdM a must-have tool to stay competitive.

Wayne Labs

July 7, 2017

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Knowing when a machine will fail and for what reason can give processors a way to save money on maintenance.

Dirty Jobs

Mike Rowe thinks more kids should skip college

Dirty Jobs host recently spoke at PowerPlex about the need to encourage more students to pursue a trade.

Crystal Lindell

June 27, 2017

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While he isn’t anti-college — Rowe himself has a degree — he does believe more people should be encouraged to do blue collar work, such as learning a trade or working in the manufacturing sector.

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HPP gets an official voice

Industry group focuses on advancing high-pressure processing

Wayne Labs

June 20, 2017

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Nine founding companies have worked together with PMMI to create a new industry group, the Cold Pressure Council (CPC), to focus on the advancement of high-pressure processing (HPP) within the food and beverage industry.

West Liberty Foods wins Manufacturing Leadership Award

Debra Schug

June 15, 2017

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The food processor was recognized for its digital manufacturing transformation with the assistance of Leading2Lean, a cloud-based lean manufacturing solution provider.

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FSMA demands can exceed plant capabilities

Older facilities may not be able to meet detailed requirements under FSMA

June 13, 2017

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A&E professionals are concerned about the readiness of food and beverage plants for FSMA.

North Carolina Food Innovation Lab takes aim at food production of the future

Packaging industry pumps up R&D to keep pace with green goals

RAIN uses vacuum cycles for extraction to occur at the deepest layers of coffee

Plant Openings & Expansions: November 2019

Much food waste comes from misinterpretation on product date labels

Events

December 11, 2019

7 Things You’re Likely Missing to Win with Water Tracking

Water is one of the most critical resources in your manufacturing process—as an ingredient, for cleaning and as waste. Did you know you may be missing areas to monitor that could help your bottom line? Find out how some simple additions to what you’re monitoring can cut downtime, boost efficiency and reduce waste. Some extra analysis makes a huge difference in your water savings!

April 26, 2020

Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference and Expo

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