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Use Automation to Attract, Challenge and Keep Skilled Workers

It seems counterintuitive that automation could attract workers, but today’s younger generation is drawn to technology.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
July 8, 2024

AI, machine learning and robotics not only improve product flow, but also can attract young talent that’s grown up with computers and easily adapts to new technologies.


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Upcycling a Good Application for Recycled Content from Beverage Cartons

Consumers want to see a complete and sustainable lifecycle for the packaging of the products they buy.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
June 10, 2024

The ubiquitous milk and juice carton—lined with polymers and often aluminum—can be upcycled into new and useful products ranging from building materials to shoes and furniture. 


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Future-proof Facilities with Incremental Automation Upgrades

While a brand-new greenfield plant may not be realistic, incremental automation upgrades based on existing resources and future needs can provide cost-effective solutions without obsoleting existing processes and equipment.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
June 6, 2024

How to decide where you need to start is key to unlocking success.


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Risk-based Sanitation

Develop a Risk-based Approach to Sanitation

Having a plan and taking action on a continual basis helps keep uninvited squatter bacteria out of your facility.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
May 16, 2024

Keeping bacteria out of food facilities involves a committed risk-based approach to sanitation and being diligent day-to-day in cleaning and keeping records of past bacteria locations—plus training employees to be ever mindful of thorough and effective cleaning.


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Raise Cold-chain Temps From 0°F To 5°F, Save Energy and Slash Carbon Emissions

International research finds potential energy savings of 25 terawatt-hours per year and decreased carbon emissions equivalent to 3.8 million cars taken off the road.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
May 14, 2024

What’s not to like about improving sustainability and protecting the environment while saving energy and money—and best of all, no equipment or software expenditures are necessary.


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Conveyors: Keeping Them Clean and Running

Give conveyor systems the attention they deserve and they’ll keep moving your product from process toward shipping.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
April 22, 2024

Conveyor manufacturers have taken many steps over the years to simplify cleaning and operation—and maximize uptime.


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Costs, Knowledge Gaps and Skill Deficiencies Hinder Digital Transformation

Most food processors know the advantages of digital technologies, but implementation remains a challenge.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
April 8, 2024

Adopting automation on a modular basis may be a way to implement technology incrementally, making it more affordable and easier to learn and deploy.


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Use Food Testing to Avoid Costly Recalls

While it has often been said you can’t test quality into a product, nevertheless, a good testing program can minimize the severity of a recall.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
March 25, 2024

While it has often been said you can’t test quality into a product, nevertheless, a good testing program can minimize the severity of a recall.


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Track and Trace Gets a Boost from GS1 12 and 128 Barcodes

The humble barcode on a food product is both a track-and-trace and a marketing tool.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
March 11, 2024

The humble barcode on a food product is both a track-and-trace and a marketing tool.


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Cybersecurity

Ransomware Attacks Get the Lion’s Share of Publicity, but OT Incursions Can Be More Pernicious

You may be able to buy your way out of an IT ransomware attack, but an OT attack could destroy your product and its reputation.
Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor
Wayne Labs
February 20, 2024

Cybersecurity demands all hands-on-deck focus to prevent worst-case scenarios.


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