Packaging Research in Food Product Design and Development

The first ABB robot made in the United States has been sold, marking a milestone in ABB’s U.S.-based robot production.

Heat and Control fryer with external support module

Protein Processing

Solving meaty challenges

Protein processors can have trouble meeting production demands, if they’re working with out-of-date manufacturing spaces and equipment.

Wayne Labs

January 6, 2016

While many protein processors need to speed up their operations, there are many stumbling blocks thwarting their efforts.

TECH FLASH

Rockwell adds to PartnerNetwork program

Eleven new members expand the company’s network of automation solutions for the connected enterprise.

October 27, 2015

The PartnerNetwork program is a collaborative effort between global manufacturers that share solutions and ideas to improve and optimize performance.

PMMI opens registration for PACK EXPO Las Vegas

April 16, 2015

PMMI, the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, has opened registration for 2015’s PACK EXPO Las Vegas which features the largest show floor in the history of the event.

North Dakota flour mill expands to become largest in US

September 29, 2014

A $27 million expansion to North Dakota’s state-owned flour mill needed to meet demand will make the facility the largest wheat-grinding factory in the US, a company executive told the Associated Press.

European Manufacturing Strategies Summit seeks nominations for industry award

July 7, 2014

In celebration of the tenth annual European Manufacturing Strategies Summit, event organizers announced the inaugural European Manufacturing Leadership Award.

Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference 2014

Integrating leading edge-automation with operational excellence

June 4, 2014

Food and beverage companies are facing an increasingly competitive environment that demands familiarity with leading-edge automation and processing and packaging solutions.

TECH FLASH

Industrial packaging manufacturers look to innovation to keep prices down

Low-cost recycled materials and new logistics strategies are helping manufacturers deal with new challenges.

March 26, 2014

A serious supply shortage is placing pressure on manufacturers.

Coke, EPA to reach settlement in Clean Air Act ammonia violation charges

EPA alleged 27 violations at a Minute Maid juice processing facility in Michigan.

March 19, 2014

EPA alleged 27 violations at a Minute Maid juice processing facility in Michigan.

TECH FLASH

Moving forward: 2014 opportunities and challenges

As the world becomes smaller, new technologies drive compliance and growth

January 30, 2014