Field Reports Raisin processor gets double duty from rinse water Not only does the processor avoid high charges from the public treatment facility, it also sells concentrated sugar water to distilleries. Wayne Labs October 11, 2013 The company generates between 60,000 and 80,000 gallons of wastewater a day, primarily from the raisin washing process. Read More
Packaging Top shelf test New package audit shows how design helps or hinders spirits makers. Wayne Labs October 9, 2013 Many consumers are attached to a vodka brand based on marketing and advertising instead of the actual product. Read More
Features State of Food Manufacturing 2013: Slowly Trending Upward A lack of consumer confidence, prolonged unemployment and concern about regulations still hinder strong economic growth. Wayne Labs October 9, 2013 Processors beef up food safety measures and invest in automation to remain competitive. Read More
Food Safety What GFSI can do for you GFSI scheme owners are extending coverage to animal feeds and packaging while processors see GFSI accreditation as a stepping stone to FSMA compliance. Wayne Labs October 9, 2013 Processors see GFSI accreditation as a stepping stone to FSMA compliance. Read More
Manufacturing News GRAS is crass: conflicts of interest abound Manufacturers have added around 1,000 additives to the GRAS list without informing FDA. Wayne Labs September 11, 2013 GRAS ingredients are exempt from FDA’s food additives rules. Read More
Preventing economically motivated adulteration Unfortunately, people and pets sometimes get hurt by consuming contaminated food and beverage products passed off as the real things. Wayne Labs September 11, 2013 Producers should set up an action plan, and be sure to verify all ingredients and food products before use. Read More
PACK EXPO Preview Attendee-friendly features enhance Vegas trade show PACK EXPO is a comprehensive source of packaging and processing technologies, education and networking. Wayne Labs September 11, 2013 More than 1,600 exhibitors and 26,000 attendees will be present. Read More
TECH FLASH Cooking and cooling: A practical approach to energy savings Many processes cool the cooked product in one fell swoop; adding a stage between can save energy and water. Wayne Labs August 28, 2013 A mid-process quench cycle with ambient-temperature tap water can capture much of the product’s heat before it enters the primary cool zone.Read More
TECH FLASH Exclusive: Compressed air or environmental problems? Here are solutions. FE discusses the importance of air quality in plants as food safety requirements increase. Wayne Labs August 14, 2013 FSMA and GFSI schemes have made environmental air and compressed air important parts of food safety.Read More
Robotics Is there a robot in your line’s future? Robots aren’t all things to all people, but in the right place, they can be a big time and labor saver. Wayne Labs August 7, 2013 Robots can help increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), which improves a processor’s bottom line. Read More