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Putting Humans Back In the Manufacturing Loop

Industry 5.0 is the human-centric element that’s needed in a more tech-focused factory floor.
Andrea Masterton
Andrea Masterton
October 29, 2024

While previous industrial revolutions were primarily driven by technological advancements, the emergence of Industry 5.0 is much more people focused. It's not defined by a single technological advancement but by a renewed focus on the human element. This era marks a crucial and overdue transition toward human-centric manufacturing operations, processes and businesses as a whole.


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New Asset Management Platforms and Remote Service Tools Move Food Companies Closer to AI Strategies

New remote service tools and robust asset management platforms enable food and beverage companies to envision AI-based strategies and facilitate product innovation across the enterprise.
Grant Gerke
October 17, 2024

New remote service tools and robust asset management platforms enable food and beverage companies to envision AI-based strategies and facilitate product innovation across the enterprise.


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Chilling/Freezing

Upgrade Chilling Equipment to Industrial Heat Pumps

Industrial heat pumps provide chilling and freezing, and reclaim the heat energy lost in chilling to save money on heating water for cooking and cleaning—but is retrofitting possible?
Wayne Labs
Wayne Labs
October 10, 2024

Industrial heat pumps provide chilling and freezing, and reclaim the heat energy lost in chilling to save money on heating water for cooking and cleaning—but is retrofitting possible?


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Packaging Strategies for Meat Processors to Scale Up for Holiday Demand

October 1, 2024

Meat processors can turn to automation and vary film gauge, among other strategies, to meet demand for holiday products.


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Flexiv Develops Robotics Solution for Shaping Fish Fillets

September 30, 2024

Fully automated by the Rizon 4 adaptive robot, the solution utilizes a combination of computer vision and force-control to identify and shape breaded fish fillets, so that consumers receive portions of a uniform size and shape.


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Multi-Conveyor Debuts Dynamic Walkway Gripper

September 27, 2024

The dynamic walkway concept, birthed by integration partner Arrow Conveyor Equipment, is specifically designed to allow uninterrupted conveyance for operator traffic below.


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Is Your Facility Safe In Processing Dry Products?

Pay attention to facility layout, airflows and cleaning to protect your employees, facility and product.
Wayne Labs
Wayne Labs
September 25, 2024

Unlike wet ingredients, the handling of dry powder ingredients and products usually requires specifically designed process areas to prevent dangerous situations that could result in worker injuries or death.


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Revolutionizing Machining Operations with Artificial Intelligence

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George Chen
September 20, 2024

As companies seek to enhance precision, increase efficiency and reduce costs, AI-driven computer numerical control (CNC) machining is emerging as a game-changing innovation.


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Ruiz Foods Eyes Product Innovation and the Contentious Front-of-Pack Ingredient Discussion

At the IFT FIRST Conference, Mimi Bonnett of Innova Market Insights spotlighted the top food trends in the U.S. and Canada, while Michael Warter of Ruiz Foods delivered insights on machine learning and AI.
Grant Gerke
September 19, 2024

At the IFT FIRST Conference, Mimi Bonnett of Innova Market Insights spotlighted the top food trends in the U.S. and Canada, while Michael Warter of Ruiz Foods delivered insights on machine learning and AI.


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OEE Plus AI/ML Add Up to a Future of Autonomous Manufacturing

Over the years, data acquisition systems and sensor technology have made it easier to track and improve OEE scores — now AI and ML can find nuances in data to up performance.
Wayne Labs
Wayne Labs
September 10, 2024

While you can measure and chart OEE manually, today’s AI and ML-based technologies with smart sensors can help processors find the little things that can improve availability, performance and quality — leading to autonomous manufacturing.


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