Articles by Wayne Labs

Plan a digital transformation to save energy, improve quality and throughput or iron out supply chain wrinkles—but get started now.

Section 204 of FSMA requires food processors to be able to produce track and trace data within 24 hours of FDA’s requesting it.

A new cleaning tool has been under development at Cornell University, which uses superheated steam to kill bacteria on production surfaces.

Current conveying equipment needs to fit in with automation systems but can face installation delays due to supply chain and labor issues.

Reflect on your current system and its ability to withstand the next supply chain upset, which could happen at any time.

An ERP solution dedicated to food and beverage operations is a good place to start a digital journey.

While there are so many places for food loss to occur, a smarter supply chain could help alleviate some of it.

From impingement freezers to automated freezer distribution centers, the goal is to produce and maintain quality products with minimal energy inputs.

Smartphones on the plant floor: Bring your own device (BYOD) or use company-owned devices? This question no doubt conjures up a multitude of things—good and bad—for personal devices on the plant floor, for example, connecting people with equipment and company data and providing workers with actionable information on the process and maintenance to make good decisions.

Be prepared for food safety interruptions and ensure you have a well-documented contingency plan.