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FOOD ENGINEERING discusses machine learning, neural networks, Industry 4.0, data governance and other AI concepts in food manufacturing with Markus Guerster, founder and CEO of MontBlancAI.

We’re predicting that tariffs from the incoming presidential administration will have a ripple effect throughout the food and beverage industry.

Are you considering a project that could benefit from cobot automation?

The food manufacturing sector is rapidly embracing automation and data-driven tools, with companies like Tyson Foods and Goodman Fielder leading the charge. From reducing labor costs to streamlining operations with advanced SCADA and MES platforms, the industry is leveraging cutting-edge technology to address workforce challenges, boost efficiency, and drive sustainable growth.

In a digital age where all data can be stored electronically, the most valuable proposition of software — especially those in manufacturing applications — is to reduce friction between humans and software and between software packages.

FOOD ENGINEERING Editors Derrick Teal and Alyse Thompson-Richards and Refrigerated & Frozen Foods Editor Kelley Rodriguez discuss the major trends affecting food manufacturing in 2024 and what they expect to see in 2025. They cover food safety, automation, sustainability, mergers & acquisitions, and more.

Food safety and quality are synonymous and need to fit into the same QC program.

Knowing how to get started and where to integrate new systems is key to success, as is having a balanced approach that values human expertise alongside technological development.

A well-thought-out strategy can maximize the benefit of having the right sensors in the right place with the right controls.

Many manufacturers are implementing new advancements in automation technology, from artificial intelligence (AI) and digital twins to robotics. But automation depends on people to make the world a better place.