ag Brawny Bear, Pakka develop compostable packaging for bars By www.snackandbakery.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2024 11:22:00 -0400 This product not only offers a healthy snack option, but also addresses the growing concern of packaging waste in India. Full Article
ag Three Wishes granola bars go against the grain By www.snackandbakery.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 13:31:00 -0400 The company’s most recent introductions give health-minded snackers a range of grain-free options in bar form. Full Article
ag Improving snack and bakery operations through better thermal management By www.snackandbakery.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0500 Thermal management is crucial to processing, storing and delivering several types of snacks and baked goods. The latest systems cover a wide range of functions, including chilling dough, cooling product after exiting the oven, and refrigerating or freezing finished product. Specialized cold storage facilities also are part of the mix. Full Article
ag Beckhoff Automation system for packaging machine automation By www.snackandbakery.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Sep 2017 09:00:00 -0400 The Beckhoff Automation booth (S-6302) will be the center of automation technology (AT) and IT convergence at Pack Expo 2017 in Las Vegas. Full Article
ag PACK EXPO review: Inside the expanding world of packaging at PACK EXPO Las Vegas By www.snackandbakery.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Oct 2017 14:00:00 -0400 Inside the proceedings of PACK EXPO Las Vegas, including a survey of new packaging equipment, materials, technology and more. Full Article
ag Industry 4.0 combines real-world data with digital management By www.snackandbakery.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Dec 2017 13:50:00 -0500 The food industry is reveling in the digital age with the continual improvement of new technology. More snack producers and bakeries aspire toward alignment with Industry 4.0 ideals Full Article
ag Food-labeling rules impact food-packaging suppliers By www.snackandbakery.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Are you thinking about restocking your packaging supplies? If you are, then you have a lot to think about before making the investment. Full Article
ag Making sense of Trump’s regulatory relief agenda By www.snackandbakery.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0400 With great trepidation that this column will become immediately obsolete or at least very dated in the short time from submitting it to publication, I want to address the whirlwind of regulatory relief announcements from the new Trump Administration. Full Article
ag Industry engagement crucial in post-election landscape By www.snackandbakery.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0500 The 2020 election is over, but efforts to understand the impacts are just beginning. Full Article
ag Why the construction industry is embracing inventory asset tagging By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Contractors are a mobile breed — constantly on the move, from job to job. With so much shuffling around, there is more opportunity for human error — tools ending up on the wrong jobsite on the wrong day. When you have inventory tied up across different jobs, in the back of a work truck or van, or in a warehouse on a high shelf that’s rarely dusted, it’s easy for mistakes to be made. Full Article
ag Tool Tips: A Common Drainage Issue By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 I have seen and experienced draining a water heater for replacement, and the drain is clogged and won’t let out any water. Full Article
ag Tool Tips: Damage prevention By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 We are a full service plumbing company. There are times when we have to gain access to the roof of million dollar homes. Full Article
ag Fire-suppression systems for battery energy storage systems By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 24 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400 NFPA 70 provides the important details for design. Full Article
ag Matt Michel: The aging-in-place opportunity By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Ninety percent of seniors would rather remain in their own homes than move to assisted living, according to AginginPlace.org. Given the costs of assisted living, aging-in-place makes financial sense as well. Yet, many homes are not ready, which presents an opportunity for plumbing contractors. Full Article
ag Tips for managing problematic personnel By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 You know him (or her). He is the irrational employee. The irrational employee is usually a good producer or an essential person. Here is how to manage him, instead of letting him manage you. Full Article
ag An aging population represents opportunities for plumbing and HVACR contractors By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 As the population grows older, there is a heightened need for affordable plumbing and HVACR systems that offer safety and accessibility. Full Article
ag AI takes center stage at ServiceTitan’s annual Pantheon Conference By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Sep 2023 11:45:00 -0400 ServiceTitan unveils new AI-powered solutions to revolutionize the trades industry and equip contractors with powerful tools to run and grow their businesses Full Article
ag Watts intelligent water management system By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 This system's sensing technology and robust software platform are designed to uncover hidden water system insights and risks, empowering building managers to enhance building performance and occupant experience. Full Article
ag PM Profile: Leonard Valve’s David Brakenwagen By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 21 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Earlier this year, Leonard Valve announced David Brakenwagen as its new chief executive officer. Full Article
ag PM Profile: Niagara launches more than 100 new products By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 In April, Niagara held a virtual launch event, announcing its new Niagara Wholesale Program and more than 100 new products designed to help wholesalers serve the needs of their plumbing professional clients by offering advanced technology and high performance for those looking for a wide variety of water-efficient products. Full Article
ag IAPMO publishes Installation Standard for Residential Solar Photovoltaic and Energy Storage Systems By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Dec 2020 09:40:00 -0500 The 2021 USHGC is scheduled to be published in early 2021. Full Article
ag Codes Corner: Encouraging economic recovery By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 Amid one of the most impactful pandemics this nation has ever faced, one lesson that continues to be compounded is public buildings need to be updated to provide citizens with a sense of security in order to encourage an economic recovery. Full Article
ag Flexible Parking Garage Gas Monitoring Design is Key By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 Whether new or retrofit construction, parking structures and shipping and loading bays are often crucial to the viability and efficient use of residential, commercial, industrial and multi-use developments. Full Article
ag Water shortages series: What happened to our water? By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 The increase in population and the associated trash continues to increase the need for clean water. These problems are not going to improve until we decide to work for that progress. Full Article
ag Best practices for managing finances By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 As Leap Partners' CFO I handle financial statements, acquisitions, and sales. Small businesses often find finance tasks overwhelming. I work with them daily, guiding them to secure their financial standing. Through this, I've learned about common financial trends and errors. Recently, I shared my insights with a friend. Full Article
ag BoilerMag magnetic filter By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Nov 2020 08:11:00 -0500 Installing the magnetic filter will increase energy efficiency, significantly prolong boiler life, protect pipework and considerably reduce maintenance calls, the company notes. Full Article
ag Happy as a pig? PP-R pipe excels in tough agricultural application By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 A happy sow is a better sow. If you didn’t know that, don’t worry: The people who need to know it do. Full Article
ag Kenny Chapman: Decision fatigue dragging you down? By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 When faced with decisions, we humans are wired to seek out patterns to help make our choices. However, when we're faced with countless decisions — many of which do not offer a pattern to follow — we tend to develop what's called "decision fatigue." Full Article
ag Crafting a self-managing organization By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 A concept gaining widespread interest is that of the self-managing company. The aim? To liberate leaders from operational minutiae, paving the way for strategic foresight and innovation. Full Article
ag IAPMO commends Washington State Legislature’s passage of bill requiring testing water for lead in schools and daycare facilities By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 06 May 2021 10:41:00 -0400 Lead contamination in drinking water poses serious health risks, and even low levels of lead exposure can cause permanent cognitive, academic and behavioral difficulties in children. Full Article
ag How beleaguered water infrastructure can prepare for PFAS regulation By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Sat, 09 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 A proposed series of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations that set maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other so-called ‘GenX chemicals’ are set to go into effect in the fall. Full Article
ag T&S Brass hand-wash sink packages By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0400 T&S offers two versatile hand wash sink options, each available in single or two-hole configurations, with both sensor and manual faucet options, providing flexibility to accommodate various installation requirements. Full Article
ag Hugo Aguilar: What's on the horizon for the Radiant Professionals Alliance By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Ever since the RPA was formed, members have taken advantage of the great benefits the alliance has to offer, such as codes and standards advocacy, a job center network, obtaining and creating valuable education, the annual Radiant Flooring Guide, newsletter subscription, discounts for IAPMO products and services, access to webinars and more. RPA members are professionals from all facets of the radiant profession, including manufacturers, installers, engineers, architects, students, apprentices and inspectors. Full Article
ag Niagara Conservation announces WaterSense-certified toilet By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Niagara’s Shadow 0.8 GPF with Stealth Technology is an award-winning toilet that is WaterSense certified and has a MaP Premium Score of 1000g. Full Article
ag Armstrong Fluid Technology introduces expanded range of Design Envelope permanent magnet pumps By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Armstrong introduces Design Envelope Permanent Magnet pumps (up to 60hp), delivering 20% lower operating costs and highly accurate flow metering (+/- 5%). Full Article
ag The PR Week: 8.8.2024 - Ben Finzel, RenewPR and The Change Agencies By www.prweek.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0100 Finzel digs into his own experience at agencies of all kinds and as a political aide to discuss the biggest news stories of the past week. Full Article United States
ag John Siegenthaler: Geothermal pipe passages By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Water-to-water heat pumps, supplied from geothermal earth loops, represent a growing sector of the hydronic heat source market. Most current-generation models can produce water temperatures up to about 125° F, perhaps a little higher if you’re willing to push the compressor operating envelope. Full Article
ag The ‘ins’ and ‘outs’ of thermal storage By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Hydronic-based heating and cooling systems stand ready to offer plenty of design and performance benefits. One of them is the potential for thermal storage. Full Article
ag Above-floor plumbing simplifies garage conversion to an in-law suite By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Joseph Cariola, a licensed plumber and operations manager at Feddon Mechanical, converted his garage into an in-law suite with a bedroom and bathroom to accommodate up to three people. Full Article
ag Chicago Faucet Co. names new Milwaukee Training Center after former president and CEO By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Andreas Nowak dedicated 19 years of service to both Geberit and the Chicago Faucet Co., leaving a lasting impact through his visionary leadership. Full Article
ag SupplyOne Expands Beyond U.S. with Acquisition of Crownhill Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Customer segments serviced by Toronto-based Crownhill include public sector agencies, industrial products, consumer goods and e-commerce. Full Article
ag How On-Demand Boxes Can Address E-Commerce and Sustainable Packaging Challenges By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Right-sized, on-demand packaging solutions empower companies to optimize their processes, reducing waste and minimizing their carbon footprint. Full Article
ag Advancements in Paperboard and Corrugated Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Paperboard, corrugated and carton solutions have been a key area of focus for manufacturers due to their dependability and ease of use. This focus has resulted in key innovations regarding environmental responsibility and design investments. Full Article
ag FDA: Some PFAS Used for Food Packaging No Longer Being Sold in United States By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 In 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration obtained commitments from manufacturers to cease sales for food contact use of grease-proofing substances that contain certain types of PFAS. Full Article
ag Metsä Board Decides Against Investing in the Kaskinen Folding Boxboard Mill By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Mar 2024 13:34:34 -0400 Metsä Board will write down the costs of the pre-engineering, in total approximately EUR 8 million, treated as an investment, as an item affecting comparability in the January-March 2024 operating result. Full Article
ag Cascades Debuts Fresh GUARD EnVision™ for Complete Egg Packaging Solution By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2024 12:12:55 -0400 Both attractive and sturdy, this eco-designed packaging offers robust protection while opening impactful visual possibilities. Its sleeve openings and high-quality printing area break the mold of the traditional format. Full Article
ag Meyers Acquires Johnson Printing and Packaging Corporation via Asset Acquisition By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Strategic move underscores Meyers’ commitment to expanding its footprint in the folding cartons sector. Full Article
ag Morrisons Best Bacon Increases Shelf Appeal with Help of New Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 10:42:19 -0400 Morrisons wanted to reduce supply chain and material costs and to improve the customer experience, aiding navigation for shoppers in-store and improving on-shelf availability in order to increase sales. Full Article
ag Mondi Acquires Schumacher Packaging to Expand Corrugated Footprint By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 14:50:43 -0400 The Acquisition will expand Mondi’s corrugated footprint in Western Europe and add complementary fiber-based products, focused on eCommerce and FMCG, to enhance its existing customer offering. Full Article
ag Al Levi: Fleet management done right By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 You may think you are too small to have a fleet manager, or so big you need a full-time fleet manager, and neither of those things is necessarily true. Full Article