Food Engineering

Sesotec Introduces INTUITY NEX Metal Detection System

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:43:00 -0400

INTUITY NEX features four search frequencies that operate in parallel, delivering enhanced detection accuracy — especially in challenging food industry applications such as sliced packaged bread with metal clips.

NETZSCH Debuts NEMO R. My Magnetically Coupled Pump

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:27:00 -0400

The pump utilizes a magnetic coupling to transmit torque, ensuring a completely sealed and robust system.

UPM, Felix Schoeller Partner on Recyclable Barrier for Flexible Food Packaging

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:02:00 -0400

In response to the growing demand for recyclable packaging, this food-safe, fiber-based solution supports the packaging industry’s transition toward upcoming recyclability requirements under the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation.

Alpenrose Sells Oregon Dairy Operations to Plant Based Innovations

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:39:00 -0400

The transaction preserves approximately 35 local jobs and ensures the continuation of production, supporting the regional dairy supply chain.

UVC Disinfection Best Practices for Food, Packaging and Logistics Applications

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:07:00 -0400

The companies that treat UVC as a flexible, application specific toolkit — rather than a single technology solution — will be best positioned to meet the microbial and operational challenges of the next decade.

Winland Foods to Expand Missouri Pasta Facility

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:40:00 -0400

Winland Foods’ St. Louis facility expansion will increase its ability to produce and package its jumbo shell products.

DrinkPAK Turns to Siemens to Automate Texas Beverage Facility

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:19:00 -0400

Through a combination of advanced automation, smart infrastructure and tailored financial solutions, Siemens helps DrinkPAK scale its operations, maintain reliability, maximize energy efficiency and enable sustainable decision-making.

FoodSafe Drains Introduces Envision Platform for F&B Construction Projects

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:12:00 -0400

Envision aims to streamline the complexities of new food and beverage facility construction by offering both standardized, in-stock drainage solutions and custom-designed products.

Swaggerty’s Farm Expands Tennessee Production Facility

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:50:00 -0400

Swaggerty’s Farm worked with Southern Construction Inc. on the 50,000-sq.-ft. expansion.

Recipe for Growth: How CJ Schwan’s Powers Pizza Production with People and Automation

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Blending advanced automation with purposeful design, this year’s Plant of the Year reflects how food manufacturers are engineering smarter, more efficient operations to meet evolving industry demands.

Conagra Brands Names John Brase as President and CEO

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:40:00 -0400

Brase succeeds Sean Connolly, who will step away from his leadership roles and from the Board on May 31 after more than a decade of leadership.

Is ‘Desteaming’ Right for Your Food Manufacturing Facility?

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Desteaming — the practice of replacing steam with a right-sized thermal solution like hot water — can improve the efficiency of hot water generation, helping to reduce operational expenses and cut greenhouse gas emissions.

Urschel to Unveil Little Gem Aspire Dicer

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:46:00 -0400

Set to debut at upcoming tradeshows, Little Gem can produce cuts including slices from 2 mm to 10 mm, strips and dices up to 20 mm.

Duravant Rebrands Matthews Automation Solutions as Pyramid

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:16:00 -0400

Duravant says the transition to the Pyramid name will strengthen how the organization works with customers, integrators and partners.

DG Foods to Expand Mississippi Poultry Plant

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The company’s expansion involves installing new automated chicken nugget portioning equipment, which will allow the company to expand its nugget capacity.

Hapman Highlights PosiPortion Feeding System

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:53:00 -0400

Developed to meet both gravimetric and volumetric weighing needs, the PosiPortion feeder brings increased precision to processes in the food industry.

Improving Packaging Line Efficiency with Automated Technologies

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:32:00 -0400

In past years, customers have focused more on automation as part of broader sustainability or throughput goals. Now, the focus has shifted slightly, with more emphasis on how many operators can be reassigned or how much support a system will require post-install.

California’s Valley Milk LLC Forms Francisco Foods from Rizo-Lopez Foods Assets

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:11:00 -0400

Francisco Foods, LLC is a joint venture majority-owned by Valley Milk, LLC that has acquired substantially all assets of Rizo-Lopez Foods, Inc. out of bankruptcy proceedings.

C.H. Guenther Acquires Canadian Tortilla Manufacturer

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:26:00 -0400

By integrating Les Aliments Mejicano’s advanced capabilities, diverse product portfolio and experienced team, C.H. Guenther says it continues to build a scaled platform in the fast-growing tortilla category.

A M King Completes Cheney Brothers Distribution Facility in South Carolina

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:28:00 -0400

The 386,047-sq.-ft. refrigerator/freezer distribution facility in Florence, South Carolina includes 45 loading docks, a Cheney Express and the largest culinary kitchen the company has developed to date.

3-A SSI Calls for Volunteers to Update Key Food Safety Standards

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:58:00 -0400

To ensure standards that reflect manufacturing realities, facility operations and regulatory requirements equally, 3-A SSI is recruiting voting members from three industry perspectives.

How Are Manufacturers Approaching Energy Efficiency?

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Rising energy costs and global pressures are pushing food manufacturers to prioritize efficiency. ABB research shows energy makes up about a quarter of operating costs, driving investments—but real gains require a holistic, system-wide approach.

Digital Twins Support Predictive Maintenance

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

At the 2025 Automation Fair, Rockwell Automation CEO Blake Moret noted that manufacturers are enhancing efficiency with automation and AI. Food manufacturers use digital twin and cloud platforms for predictive maintenance, reducing workloads and improving visibility. This article covers strategies for effective implementation.

How Automated Conveying Transformed Private-Label Pie Manufacturing

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:33:00 -0400

Gardner Pie Company turned to Benchmark Automation to develop a series of conveyors to support manufacturing and packaging of baked and frozen pies without damaging tender, flaky crusts.

Meech International Achieves UL 62368-1 Certification for Hyperion 314IPS Hygienic Ionizing Bar

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:22:00 -0400

By neutralizing static at short range (20–150 mm), the Hyperion 314IPS prevents dust attraction, misalignment, sealing failures and handling issues that can compromise product quality and line efficiency.

Emerson Introduces Branson Polaris Ultrasonic Welding Platform

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:04:00 -0400

The Polaris platform offers secure connectivity across the factory floor and real-time control capability able to join a range of materials and components.

PepsiCo Refreshes Tostitos Brand

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:16:00 -0400

The new branding highlights the Tostitos brand’s commitment to craft, quality and connection.

Nelson-Jameson Expands Culture Storage Capabilities at Pennsylvania Distribution Center

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:55:00 -0400

This expansion is designed for optimized operational servicing, ensuring robust inventory levels and streamlined deliveries for dairy producers across the Northeast region.

KDP Completes Acquisition of JDE Peet’s

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:37:00 -0400

As previously announced, after an interim operating period, KDP plans to separate into two independent, U.S.-listed publicly traded companies, creating a leader in North America's refreshment beverages market and a global coffee powerhouse.

Friction, Flour and Failure: How to Select Bearings for Industrial Bakery Operations

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:07:00 -0400

Bakeries that view bearing selection through the lens of heat stability, contamination control and energy efficiency will reduce disruption and protect both product integrity and margin.