Wayne Labs

Engineering R&D

CERTUS helps processors simplify Listeria testing

This user-friendly system provides real-time monitoring through simultaneous enrichment and detection.

Wayne Labs

September 29, 2017

A Listeria testing system from CERTUS can streamline and simplify Listeria testing.

Manufacturing News

What FSMA requires for environmental monitoring

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

Wayne Labs

September 14, 2017

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

Automation Series

How to determine the best sensor for filling applications

There are numerous sensor solutions for filling applications. But when you come down to it, weight/load sensors often trump other methods of delivering the exact amount of product.

Wayne Labs

September 13, 2017

Little discrepancies can cause big trouble in filling applications.

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

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.

Engineering R&D

Laser scanning and photonics help identify acrylamide in potato products

Newly developed real-time photonics/laser scanning technology detects precursors to acrylamide in raw French fries and potato chips prior to cooking.

Wayne Labs

August 30, 2017

New scanning technology can help processors determine if potato products contain too much acrylamide in frying.

Pressure Management

Pressure instrument technology must hold up to harsh environments

Embedded intelligence in measurement technology must withstand harsh chemicals, acidic foods and beverages as well as high-operating pressures

Wayne Labs

August 14, 2017

Advances in pressure management technology help processors benefit from improved accuracy.

Manufacturing News

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

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.

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

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

Engineering R&D

How to make sense of big data in food processing

Data sitting in storage can’t unlock its secrets to your success without using the right tools.

Wayne Labs

June 22, 2017

What if you could analyze all the data from all sources and find solutions to your production problems, quality and waste issues, OEE and more?

Manufacturing News

HPP gets an official voice

Industry group focuses on advancing high-pressure processing

Wayne Labs

June 20, 2017

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.