A simpler solution for a clean machine design November 8, 2010 This frankfurter machine maker switched to totally enclosed SS motors rather than using open motors that had to be protected from washdown environments. Read More
Nutritional supplements company streamlines DC with automated pick system November 8, 2010 The system incorporates pick-to-light, voice and RF picking systems integrated with pick software to handle full-case and split-case SKUs. Read More
New technology improves microwave-cooked, processed food October 12, 2010 A partnership with food processors and microwave manufacturers lets company create software that gets microwave cooking right. Read More
Software helps processor maintain food quality, safety October 12, 2010 System provides quality monitoring and electronic documentation of programs. Read More
Processor puts open-source, Linux-based ERP put to the test October 12, 2010 An aging ERP system that wasn’t open presented a major stumbling block to forward progress. Read More
Chef Paul Prudhomme's Magic Seasoning Blends consolidates manufacturing operations, installs automation September 2, 2010 125,000-sq.-ft., highly automated plant outside of New Orleans manufactures the company’s extensive line of food seasonings. Read More
WirelessHART approved by the Europeans September 2, 2010 The IEC Standard was approved by CENELEC as a European Standard without any modification. Read More
Trap and condensate optimization saves water and energy for West Coast brewery August 12, 2010 Brewer cuts water usage by 5 million gallons and saves 305,000 therms annually. Read More
Safety protocol for EtherCAT accepted by IEC committees August 12, 2010 This high-speed protocol meets SIL1 through SIL3 safety standards. Read More
Update: Malware affects Siemens WinCC and PCS7 equipment July 19, 2010 The unwanted software’s main purpose may be industrial espionage. Read More
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