https://www.foodengineeringmag.com/media/podcasts/2594-food-engineering-podcast.rss en-us © 2026 Food Engineering webadmin@bnpmedia.com www.foodengineeringmag.com The FOOD ENGINEERING Podcast keeps executives and professionals informed, inspired, and ready to tackle each day's challenges. Each episode provides in-depth conversations with the industry leaders, innovators, and experts shaping the future of food production through automation, safety, and sustainability. Tune in and gain the knowledge you need to drive operational excellence and stay competitive in the fast-paced world of food and beverage manufacturing. no https://www.foodengineeringmag.com/media/podcasts/2594-food-engineering-podcast.rss www.foodengineeringmag.com:140 Explore how inspection and detection have evolved over 30 years, and how Fortress Technology is defining the next standard in food safety through automated testing and data-driven performance, helping food manufacturers improve consistency, compliance and confidence in modern production environments. Sponsored by Fortress Technology: Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:43:48 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2026/FE-Fortress-Tech-Podcast-V1.mp3 25:30 www.foodengineeringmag.com:139 Kim Lovan, associate vice president, food, beverage and agribusiness, and Carrie Woehler, solutions lead, industrial and manufacturing for Black & Veatch, discuss how food and beverage manufacturers are implementing automation, considerations for vetting solution providers, and how automation projects have evolved. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:34:23 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2026/FE-Black--Veatch-Podcast-V3.mp3 31:37 www.foodengineeringmag.com:138 Andrew Johnston, vice president and general manager, industrials, for Divert, Inc, discusses where food waste appears in food manufacturing, the role of anaerobic digestion, and how to build a culture of waste reduction. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:12:46 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2026/FE-Divert-Podcast-V3.mp3 22:07 www.foodengineeringmag.com:137 Bob Garrison, chief editor of Prepared Foods, Kelley Rodriguez, editor-in-chief of Refrigerated & Frozen Foods, and Alyse Thompson-Richards, editor-in-chief of FOOD ENGINEERING, combine their unique perspectives and discuss the biggest trends impacting the food industry in 2025 and beyond. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:59:45 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2026/FE.RFF.PF-Year-End-Wrap-Up-Podcast-V2.mp3 56:26 www.foodengineeringmag.com:136 Rebecca Marquez, director of custom research for PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, talks the state of the packaging machinery market in 2024 and 2025, the food industry’s role in it, and what to expect in 2026 and beyond. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:35:17 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-PMMI-podcast-V3.mp3 15:39 www.foodengineeringmag.com:135 Melanie Nuce-Hilton, senior vice president of customer success for GS1, discusses consumer opinion surrounding recalls, building consumer trust through traceability and preparing for FSMA 204. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:45:38 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-GS1-podcast-V2.mp3 16:56 www.foodengineeringmag.com:134 Fortifi Food Processing Solutions CEO Massimo Bizzi and Mark Dowdle, executive vice president of strategy and business development, discuss Fortifi’s founding and purpose, key challenges affecting food manufacturing and how automation will shape the industry’s future. Sponsored by Fortifi Food Processing Solutions Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:42:03 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-Fortifi-Podcast-V1.mp3 41:27 www.foodengineeringmag.com:133 Rob Dongoski, global lead, agriculture and food, for management consulting firm Kearney, discusses major drivers for change in the U.S. food system, including generational purchasing patterns, growing interest in health and sustainability, and implementing technology to harness consumer insights and improve efficiency. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:52:12 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-Kearney-Podcast-V2.mp3 26:22 www.foodengineeringmag.com:132 Regal Rexnord’s conveyance experts, Crystal Willey and Barry Voshell discuss how recent Food trends are impacting manufacturing production capabilities and why overall equipment effectiveness is more important than ever before. Leave this episode with key considerations to reduce production line risks and maximize OEE. Sponsored by: Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:31:26 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/2025-08-FE-Podcast-Overcoming-Industry-Challenges-to-Achieve-OEE.mp3 22:18 www.foodengineeringmag.com:131 Explore how Dorner and Garvey, part of CMCO Conveyance Solutions, are revolutionizing food production with sanitary conveyor design, 3A-certified belts, and integrated systems that reduce contamination risks and streamline packaging—from raw materials to finished goods. A must-listen for food industry professionals. Sponsored by: Fri, 11 Jul 2025 09:57:01 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-Dorner-Podcast-2025-V1.mp3 17:37 www.foodengineeringmag.com:130 Dirk Laibach, global senior product manager for water mist at Johnson Controls, covers potential fire risks associated with industrial fryers, the differences between CO2 and water mist technologies, and the role detection plays in fire suppression systems. Headshot courtesy of Laibach Wed, 09 Jul 2025 12:43:48 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-Johnson-Controls-podcast-V2.mp3 24:31 www.foodengineeringmag.com:129 Samara Heaggans, director of process quality engineering for Feastables, recently spoke to Food Engineering in recognition of International Women in Engineering Day, celebrated annually on June 23. Heaggans, who has taken a winding journey to and through the food industry, shares her college experience, her work at both major food companies and startups, and the importance of mentoring. Fri, 20 Jun 2025 11:31:09 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-Women-in-Engineering-Heaggans-Podcast-V1.mp3 34:59 www.foodengineeringmag.com:128 Shalima Sreenath, head of downstream processing for Cellibre, recently spoke to Food Engineering in recognition of International Women in Engineering Day, celebrated annually on June 23. Sreenath covers her experience in the food industry, the importance of taking on high-stakes projects and developing a diverse skillset. Fri, 20 Jun 2025 11:26:04 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-Women-in-Engineering-Sreenath-Podcast-V1.mp3 19:54 www.foodengineeringmag.com:127 Key experts from Sherwin-Williams share how to mitigate risks to food safety, personnel and your bottom line with the right high-performance coatings. Sponsored by: Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:21:56 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/S-W-MItigating-Risks-Food-Bev-Podcast-Food-Eng.mp3 22:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:126 Kelley Rodriguez, editor in chief of Refrigerated & Frozen Foods and content manager for FA&M, Alyse Thompson-Richards, editor in chief of FOOD ENGINEERING and Michael Levitt, editor of FOOD ENGINEERING, unpack highlights from the 26th annual Food Automation & Manufacturing Symposium and Expo. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:38:29 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-RFF-FAM-25-Recap-Audio-V1.mp3 23:55 www.foodengineeringmag.com:125 In this episode, Sara Bratager, senior food safety and traceability scientist for the Global Food Traceability Center at the Institute of Food Technologists, talks about the Food Safety Modernization Act, the Food Traceability Rule, the importance of data standardization and how it can help with preventing and managing recalls.Sponsored by Wed, 19 Feb 2025 08:54:34 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-Podcast-Bratager-Final.mp3 14:23 www.foodengineeringmag.com:124 Arnaut Dubat, business development director for KPM, chats with former FE Editor Derrick Teal about how the better-for-you consumer trend continues to impact food manufacturers, particularly manufacturers of baked goods. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 14:44:11 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/FE-Health-Food-Impacts-Podcast.mp3 43:29 www.foodengineeringmag.com:122 In this episode, former editor-in-chief Derrick Teal chats with Adam Webster, vice president of innovation for ProVeyance Group, about how conveying can help food manufacturers with their sustainability goals. Wed, 22 Jan 2025 09:32:08 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2025/Adam-Webster-Sustainable-Conveying-Podcast-Final.mp3 30:02 www.foodengineeringmag.com:121 FOOD ENGINEERING Editors Derrick Teal and Alyse Thompson-Richards and Refrigerated & Frozen Foods Editor Kelley Rodriguez discuss the major trends affecting food manufacturing in 2024 and what they expect to see in 2025. They cover food safety, automation, sustainability, mergers & acquisitions, and more. Wed, 18 Dec 2024 11:52:43 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-EOY-Podcast-Final-wAD.mp3 32:20 www.foodengineeringmag.com:119 Join us as we explore the impact of good weighing with FSMA Rule 204 compliance. Discover best practices to enhance weighing accuracy, measurement data traceability, and food safety. Tune in to help your organization navigate the complexities of FSMA compliance by 2026. Headshots courtesy of METTLER TOLEDO Sponsored by: Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:43:42 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-MT-Podcast-V1.mp3 38:47 www.foodengineeringmag.com:118 Nick Haase, co-founder of MaintainX, talks about helping manufacturers digitize and connect their plants and generating standard operating procedures, particularly when it comes to food safety and preventative maintenance. Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:24:31 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-MaintainX-Podcast-Final3.mp3 21:33 www.foodengineeringmag.com:117 Mike Stegmann discusses the safety and design considerations of speed reducers in food processing equipment and operations. Learn about the purpose of a speed reducer and considerations to minimize risk and maximize uptime. Sponsored by: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:41:19 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-Regal-Rexnord_v1.mp3 39:21 www.foodengineeringmag.com:116 In this episode, Rebecca Marqez, director of custom research for PMMI, covers AI, sustainability, material recycling and composting, challenges with the workforce, and features of the upcoming edition of PACK EXPO. Wed, 23 Oct 2024 09:15:52 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-Podcast-Pack-Expo-Final2.mp3 30:43 www.foodengineeringmag.com:115 Arlin Wasserman, founder and managing director of Changing Tastes, discusses his experience in sustainability and the food industry, finding ways to transform what would be food waste into valuable new offerings, and the marketing and consumer acceptance of upcycled products. Mon, 09 Sep 2024 10:08:02 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-Food-Waste-Podcast-Final2.mp3 23:43 www.foodengineeringmag.com:114 Jami Lamb, a design leader for Charlotte-based design-build firm A M King, discusses three important considerations for food distribution centers, as well as work on a recent projects. Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:53:57 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/Jami-Lamb-DC-Podcast-Final2.mp3 35:44 www.foodengineeringmag.com:113 As part of our International Women in Engineering Day series, Jaclyn Navarra, head of engineering for Kerry Ingredients, shares her college experience, her work with Kerry and advice for women just getting into the field. Read our Women in Engineering feature. Fri, 21 Jun 2024 10:37:52 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-Editorial-Jaclyn-Navara-Podcast-Final2.mp3 15:20 www.foodengineeringmag.com:112 As part of our International Women in Engineering Day series, Jayme Laser, director of engineering, supply chain, for Conagra Brands, shares her college experience, her work with Conagra – including on a vegetable processing facility in Minnesota – and the importance of mentoring young engineers. Read our Women in Engineering feature. Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:43:55 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-Editorial-Jayme-Laser-Podcast-Final.mp3 28:05 www.foodengineeringmag.com:111 As part of our International Women in Engineering Day series, structural engineer II, Stellar, discusses her college experience, her work with design-build firm Stellar, and what she hopes to see in the future of engineering. Read our Women in Engineering feature. Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:30:02 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-Editorial-Savannah-Stellhorn-Podcast-Final.mp3 14:42 www.foodengineeringmag.com:110 Eric Garr, regional sales manager for Fortress Technology, which designs and manufactures metal detectors, checkweighers, x-ray and combination systems, shares his insights as to how data collection affects food safety. Thu, 13 Jun 2024 08:54:35 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/31355_Teal_Fortress-Food-Safety-Podcast_FE_HS.mp3 31:25 www.foodengineeringmag.com:109 Key experts from Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine share how to comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) with the help of high-performance coatings.   Sponsored by Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Thu, 30 May 2024 16:37:54 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/Sherw23495-4_Podcast_RC_T1_V1_20240430-(1).mp3 23:34 www.foodengineeringmag.com:108 Doug Grant, co-founder and CEO of Atlantic Fish Company, covers how he became interested in cultivated seafood, hurdles for bringing these products to market and developing the North Carolina company’s first prototype. Fri, 03 May 2024 09:59:40 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-Cultivated-Seafood-Podcast-Final1.mp3 19:57 www.foodengineeringmag.com:107 Chris Dooley, chief commercial officer of Integrated Water Services, Inc., discusses water conservation strategies for food and beverage manufacturers and the evolving perception of using treated wastewater as an ingredient. Thu, 04 Apr 2024 14:45:56 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-Podcast---Water-Conservation-Final2.mp3 19:50 www.foodengineeringmag.com:106 A wide-ranging interview with food safety leader Frank Yiannas explores initiatives taken on by Revol Greens and delves into common pitfalls affecting safety in food and beverage production. Explore More Food Safety Wed, 14 Feb 2024 09:56:57 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/32316_Teal_Frank-Yiannas-Food-Safety-Podcast_FE_HS_mixdown.mp3 30:30 www.foodengineeringmag.com:105 McCown Gordon's senior VP of manufacturing, Jeff Roy, sits down with FE to share his thoughts on what the industry can expect in the upcoming year. Thu, 18 Jan 2024 14:01:39 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/30515_Teal_2024-Trends-Podcast_FE_HS.mp3 21:35 www.foodengineeringmag.com:104 Explore More Food Safety Yoran Imaging’s Eran Sinbar shares information about his company and explains what thermal imaging is and its importance regarding food safety. Yoran Imaging uses thermal imaging technology in the filling and heat-sealing packaging process for inspection, production-optimizing data collection and analysis, reduce labor investments and minimize materials and product waste. Wed, 03 Jan 2024 12:36:34 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/Podcasts/2024/FE-Editorial-Eran-Sinbar-Podcast.mp3 18:18 www.foodengineeringmag.com:103 David Kroll, Egglife Foods CEO, speaks with Samantha about the latest trends in the gluten-free/allergen-free industry and gives a full-profile of company’s high-protein egg-based tortilla products. Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:36:02 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/2023/FE-Podcast---Egglife.mp3 26:17 www.foodengineeringmag.com:102 John Cray, principal consultant at Life Cycle Engineering with 40+ years of experience with plant maintenance. In this episode, Cray shares how to plan ahead and react to the unexpected, utilizing CMMS systems and a few horror stories. Wed, 19 Jul 2023 09:11:42 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/2023/FE-Podcast---John-Cray.mp3 37:42 www.foodengineeringmag.com:101 Michelle Wolf, co-cofounder and chief executive of New Wave Foods, describes how industry culture, innovative solutions and a thriving market paved the way for New Wave Founds to make an impact from coast to coast. Mon, 22 May 2023 09:20:57 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/2023/FE-podcast---Michelle-Wolf.mp3 49:14 www.foodengineeringmag.com:100 In this episode of the FOOD ENGINEERING podcast, Todd Muessling, senior manager of market development at Fresh Lock, and managing editor, Samantha Russo, discuss the role of packaging in FLW. They review packaging solutions such as; the correct sizing, labeling, sustainable material usage, best-by dates, new packaging innovations and Muessling’s perspective on the future of packaging. Thu, 23 Mar 2023 07:37:52 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/2023/FE-interview---Todd-Moisley.mp3 45:05 www.foodengineeringmag.com:98 Rebellyous Food’s founder and CEO, Christie Lagally, speaks with FOOD ENGINEERING's managing editor, Samantha Russo, about her ambitious leap into the food manufacturing industry and her journey to success Fri, 20 Jan 2023 10:33:00 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/2023/Rebellyous-Foods_Christie-Legally_Podcast.mp3 34:51 www.foodengineeringmag.com:97 In this FOOD ENGINEERING podcast, FE Editor-in-Chief Derrick Teal talks to TM Robotics’ Executive Vice President Ryan Guthrie about all things robotics, particularly their impact on automation and food safety. The sound quality isn’t perfect for this one. While it was Ryan at the airport, Derrick sounds like he’s the one walking down the jet bridge boarding a flight. We did the best we could to clean it up, but our apologies for the quality. Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:29:24 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/2023/FE-Podcast---Ryan-Guthrie.mp3 28:47 www.foodengineeringmag.com:96 Chris Chammoun, the Director of Agricultural Technology (AgTech) at the Center of Innovation joins Derrick Teal, editor-in-chief in discussing how Georgia’s Center of Innovation feeds the world, creates a home in retail for grandma’s recipes, dissects and explains the state’s agricultural industry, its impacts and much more. Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:41:40 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast---Georgia-COI_Final_SR.mp3 33:59 www.foodengineeringmag.com:94 FOOD ENGINEERING’s Senior Technical Editor Wayne Labs discusses labor and supply chain issues plus the rise of vertical farming and alternate protein facilities with Tyler Cundiff, president, Food & Beverage Group at Gray, Inc. and David Ziskind, director of engineering for global engineering firm Black & Veatch’s NextGen Ag team. Wed, 08 Jun 2022 09:28:32 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-Plant-Construction_mixdown.mp3 36:33 www.foodengineeringmag.com:93 FOOD ENGINEERING’s Senior Editor, Sharon Spielman, sits down with Marcos Leta, founder of plant-based meat brand Future Farm, to discuss how alternative protein food processors can select and implement packaging for their products as well as overcome challenges they face in the market. Fri, 20 May 2022 11:11:05 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/0622-FE-Podcast-Future-Farm.mp3 11:39 www.foodengineeringmag.com:92 Michel Picandet, Head of TOMRA Food, touches on topics like food safety and transformation. He talks about his daily routine, favorite dishes, and what he learned in China. But most of all: he gives you a unique insight into the mission he sees for TOMRA Food in the world around us. Be inspired and inspire in return!  SPONSORED BY: TOMRA Food Mon, 25 Apr 2022 08:52:33 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/all-things-tomra-food-with-michel-picandet.mp3 33:14 www.foodengineeringmag.com:91 On this episode of the FOOD ENGINEERING Podcast, Tyson’s Nate Hodne and Brady Welu detail the company’s latest and largest case-ready meats facility in Eagle Mountain, Utah, and how the plant efficiently addresses demand for case-ready beef and pork through cutting-edge automation, engineering and design. Wed, 20 Apr 2022 10:50:15 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-Tyson_mixdown.mp3 19:54 www.foodengineeringmag.com:90 On this episode of the FOOD ENGINEERING Podcast, Brendan Duttry from direct-to-consumer (DTC) bakery subscription brand Wildgrain joins us to discuss how food processors—especially smaller startups—can start their own DTC program, and what the benefits and challenges are to distributing your products via e-commerce.  Mon, 07 Mar 2022 16:20:50 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-Wildgrain-.mp3 29:33 www.foodengineeringmag.com:89 Eric Henefield, director of traceability business at Omron, sits down with Editor-in-Chief Michael Costa to talk about how track-and-trace technology can help food processors forecast ingredients and maintain accurate production schedules in 2022, while improving supply chain management overall. Fri, 04 Feb 2022 09:13:01 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-2-3-22-Omron.mp3 20:31 www.foodengineeringmag.com:88 Kevin Otto, senior director of community engagement at GS1 US, joins the FOOD ENGINEERING podcast to discuss the future of blockchain for food processors in 2022, while taking a look back at how blockchain has evolved the past decade into a must-have traceability option for operators. Tue, 11 Jan 2022 15:13:33 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-Otto-PM.mp3 20:52 www.foodengineeringmag.com:87 Jessica Bennett, operations manager at Bachelor Controls, sits down with Editor-in-Chief Michael Costa to discuss strategies for choosing a system integrator to maximize an operation’s automation and technology, and how system integrators can be vital assets to growing processors looking to scale up production. Fri, 17 Dec 2021 12:26:46 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-with-Jessica-Bennett-12-17-21.mp3 12:27 www.foodengineeringmag.com:86 Mary Emma Young, senior director of communications and strategic planning at The Pet Food Institute (PFI) joins Editor-in-Chief Michael Costa to discuss the use of upcycled ingredients and “ugly” produce in pet food formulations as a way to help fight food waste.  Thu, 04 Nov 2021 08:53:58 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/Pet-Food-Podcast-11-2-21.mp3 15:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:85 FOOD ENGINEERING Editor-in-Chief Michael Costa sits down with Earl Arnold, global manager, food defense/FSMA at AIB International, to discuss the history of food defense in the U.S., and what current checks processors need to know if they use imported ingredients to comply with FDA regulations.  Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:20:47 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-Food-Defense-PM.mp3 22:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:84 Far too many compressed air systems operate below 50% system capacity. This podcast episode explores the issues with an oversized system, ways to identify if your system is operating below system capacity, and options to address the problem. Sponsored by Kaeser Compressors, Inc. Thu, 09 Sep 2021 14:54:04 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Kaeser-Podcast-V1.mp3 29:35 www.foodengineeringmag.com:83 When manufacturing food products, dust is produced that poses three types of dangers - worker health problems, product cross-contamination and combustible dust explosions. This podcast will explain these hazards, the agencies that regulate them, and how facilities can best mitigate the risks to their employees and facility. Sponsored by Camfil Air Pollution Control Thu, 09 Sep 2021 14:53:51 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Sponsored-Podcast-Camfil-APC-PM.mp3 18:57 www.foodengineeringmag.com:82 Food Engineering editor-in-chief Casey Laughman speaks with Ellen Davis, Executive Vice President of Industry Engagement, Consumer Brands Association, on the consumer trends shaping the future of the food and beverage industry. Mon, 30 Aug 2021 20:16:46 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-Davis-CBA-PM.mp3 21:09 www.foodengineeringmag.com:81 In the August episode of the Food Engineering podcast, Editor-in-Chief Casey Laughman discusses the application of AI technologies with The Morning Star Company’s Saul Alarcon (L) and Javier Garrido. Fri, 13 Aug 2021 00:25:05 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/Podcast-audio-0821.mp3 24:22 www.foodengineeringmag.com:80 Industry 4.0 is dramatically changing the way food and beverage manufacturing plants are managed. In this podcast, we explore the DNA of Industry 4.0, its potential for our enterprises, and even some of the pitfalls that may lie ahead. Sponsored by: Hixson Architecture & Engineering Tue, 20 Jul 2021 15:14:44 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/Hixson_FE-Podcast-V2.mp3 16:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:79 In the July episode of the Food Engineering Podcast, Anthony Doss, VP of Engineering, Poultry, for Tyson Foods, shares insights on how to most effectively measure, apply and learn from OEE to ensure you’re hitting your performance goals. Sponsored by: Advanced Technology Services, Inc. (ATS) Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:19:33 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/0211974_FE-July-Podcast-PM_mixdown-2.mp3 20:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:78 In the June episode of the Food Engineering podcast, Duane Grassmann, corporate hygienist, Nestlé USA and Canada, shares insights on best practices in hygienic design, understanding how to evaluate your facility’s needs and implementing a process to ensure cleaning, sanitation, food safety and employee safety are all manageable goals. Sponsored by: Watson-Marlow Technology Group Thu, 03 Jun 2021 17:23:40 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/0211974_FE-July-Podcast-PM_mixdown.mp3 20:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:77 Mark DiMaggio discusses the food production sector’s shifting landscape, pandemic challenges and Messer’s response to them. He details new markets, Messer innovations and how the company helps customers solve their production challenges.   Sponsored by: Messer Americas Wed, 26 May 2021 14:27:36 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast---Messer-V31.mp3 33:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:75 Listeners will learn how using nitrogen and carbon dioxide improves food manufacturing processes and product quality. The podcast will explore the benefits of cryogenics, and factors involved in choosing between them. Food processors will gain a new perspective on improving their company’s efficiency and output... Sponsored by: Air Products Wed, 12 May 2021 21:17:33 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/0207565_FE-Air-Products-Sponsored-PM_1.mp3 31:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:74 If you have old equipment, there is hope that you can keep what works and modernize it by pulling worthwhile information from it with instrumentation and controls. Fri, 07 May 2021 07:46:52 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/Rev-04-Interview_with_Matt_Beier-CRB.mp3 27:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:73 Producing pet food can be difficult, but even more challenging is recovering from a safety recall. TOMRA advanced its technology into pet food - bringing a whole new safety level and peace-of-mind to the industry. This podcast looks at how technology can help you get the best possible product. Sponsored by: TOMRA Fri, 23 Apr 2021 07:03:31 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Exclusive-Podcast---Tomra1.mp3 20:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:71 SideDrive’s Kevin Mauger explains how food-safe, side drive belt technology enables the most flexible, hygienic spiral and long run conveyors available for the food industry.  Sponsored by: SideDrive Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:41:26 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-NCC-Mauger-PM.mp3 30:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:70 In the April episode of the Food Engineering podcast, Editor-in-Chief Casey Laughman speaks with Art Sebastiano, CIO, Ken's Foods, on applying lessons from other industries as part of a digitalization strategy. Tue, 13 Apr 2021 15:03:48 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-April-Podcast-PM.mp3 19:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:69 COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the selection of HVAC systems and filtration options. “HVAC Options for a Post-Pandemic Plant,” a podcast from Hixson’s Food Plant of the Future series, looks at the latest HVAC options that may minimize viral spread and protect employees.     Sponsored by: Hixson Architecture & Engineering Fri, 12 Mar 2021 18:45:25 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/Hixson-Podcast-Series---Spitznagel-Final.mp3 25:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:68 SunOpta expanded its Alexandria, Minn. facility to meet rising demand for oatbase, which the company produces for use in oat milk. In the March episode of the Food Engineering podcast, editor-in-chief Casey Laughman discusses SunOpta’s expansion and automation project with Bryan Clark, VP, R&D Plant Based Food and Beverages, SunOpta. Fri, 12 Mar 2021 14:28:07 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-0321.mp3 22:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:67 The alternative protein market continues to grow, with both start-ups and legacy companies looking for ways to claim a stake. In this installment of the Food Engineering podcast series, Editor-in-Chief Casey Laughman speaks with Kristie Middleton, VP of Business Development, Rebellyous Foods, to discuss how the market has grown and where it’s going. Thu, 28 Jan 2021 13:54:37 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast-Kristie-Middleton-0221.mp3 16:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:66 Automation, artificial intelligence and robotics are becoming a staple of food and beverage processing, and the pet food market is no different. In this installment of the Food Engineering podcast series, Editor-in-Chief Casey Laughman speaks with Tyler Cundiff, President, Food and Beverage Market, Gray, and Greg Powers, VP of Solution Architecture, Gray Solutions, to discuss how pet food processors are adopting these technologies. Thu, 07 Jan 2021 10:39:11 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/QA-Podcast-audio-0121.mp3 23:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:65 The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has caused dramatic shifts in consumer behavior, but that doesn’t mean consumers are abandoning their desire for information about sustainability, quality and freshness, especially when it comes to produce. Food Engineering Editor-in-Chief Casey Laughman and Georgia-Pacific’s Liz Walsh, Director of Insights and Innovation, Packaging and Cellulose, discuss how consumer trends are driving retail packaging decisions. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 12:28:50 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE-Podcast---CL-Walsh-Final.mp3 11:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:64 You know that food and beverage manufacturers must react with lightning speed to consumer demands for new experiences, healthier products, and most recently, huge fluctuations in demand due to world challenges. Digitalization is the secret to overcome these demand challenges and prepare for future opportunities. Davide Picciotto, Siemens Digital Enterprise Industry Director for CP&R, discusses how digital threads enable the true agile enterprise in ways never imaginable before. Sponsored by: Siemens Digital Industries Fri, 24 Jul 2020 12:09:07 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/FE---Siemens-Podcast-Final.mp3 14:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:63 Speaker: Brian King, Owner and President of A M KingFood processing and distribution operations are being severely impacted by COVID-19. Facilities are suspending operations to protect employees while the food chain is being jeopardized. Companies must develop new strategies for operating at full production while ensuring the health and safety of their workforces. Sponsored by: A M King Fri, 08 May 2020 13:22:31 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/RFF-A-M-King-Podcast.mp3 30:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:55 Burns & McDonnell project manager RJ Hope and senior project engineer Justin Hamilton discuss the distinctions between Food Safety and Food Defense as well as the implications for food manufacturers of the Food Safety Modernization Act. Mon, 03 Feb 2014 11:18:00 -0500 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/podcast-audio__6ROEIX3VX6__.mp3 10:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:54 The Food Defense Strategy Exchange (FDSE) is a forum for food defense professionals to interact and share their knowledge and experiences. At the most recent FDSE, a poll of attendees revealed that approximately two-thirds were either re-evaluating their existing food defense plan, or implementing new food defense plans. In this podcast, Don Hsieh, Director of Commercial and Industrial Marketing at Tyco Integrated Security, discusses this topic and other findings from the exchange, and offers some best practices to proactively protect a company’s brand from food adulteration. Thu, 06 Jun 2013 14:26:31 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/donhsieh.mp3 26:00 www.foodengineeringmag.com:53 Burns & McDonnell project manager RJ Hope and senior project engineer Justin Hamilton discuss the distinctions between Food Safety and Food Defense as well as the implications for food manufacturers of the Food Safety Modernization Act. Burns & McDonnell Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)-certified corporate sustainability reporting (CSR) specialists discuss: What is a CSR? What is the GRI and the Food Processing Sector Supplement? Why are companies producing CSRs? What are latest CSR trends? More at www.burnsmcd.com/csr.  Fri, 12 Oct 2012 09:55:39 -0400 https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.foodengineeringmag.com/ext/resources/files/Podcasts/Burns_and_McDonnel_Podcasat.mp3 11:00