Articles by Wayne Labs

Evaluate, consolidate, concentrate, relocate, truncate, terminate and expurgate. These words describe actions processors have taken to survive the recession.

While obtaining optimal yield is a priority in size reduction applications, other factors such as food safety, operator safety and equipment reliability are key concerns.

While conveyors may not be the highest-tech devices on the plant floor, current processor demands are bringing them up to speed.

Intelligence is power, and processors require actionable, well-rounded intelligence to remain profitable.

Bulk-bag discharger allows the purchase of 1-ton bags of ingredients instead of multiple, smaller and more costly bags.

Processors are looking for efficient, CIP-able pumping systems at reasonable costs to perform more challenging tasks.

Complete knowledge of your process and product can improve quality and yield.

With potable water prices going up, and water treatment costs going up even faster, processors are looking at pre-treating or completely treating their own wastewater for reuse.

Renting software may be a cost-effective approach compared to purchasing it, but performing due diligence is critical.

Decrease unplanned downtime and get a leg up on the competition with proactive maintenance.