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Kokumi taste sensation can elevate snacking experiences: Ajinomoto

A scientist from the food solutions firm discusses how the concept can be put to to use.




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Oterra expands I-Colors line for snack, bakery applications

The supplier aims to give snack makers, bakers, and other food producers a range of intense, natural color options.




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Consumers embracing ‘new human nature’ in foods: ADM

ADM’s latest Flavor and Color Trends Report indicates shoppers seek snacks and baked goods that reflect the evolving human experience.




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Case Study: ProMach collaboration leads to optimized end-of-line packaging system for Snak King

Snak King looks to optimize its efficiency in throughput, while also seeking to alleviate labor shortages at its manufacturing facility in Freeport, Illinois.





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Case Study: Selectum and Bühler create innovative, healthy, carbon dioxide-neutral snack

Austrian start-up Selectum and Swiss technology group Bühler have jointly created a new, healthy snack category: small, crunchy wafer pillows with a creamy dip inside.




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Case Study: Global nut exporter Trigon Snacks selects supermarket-spec Fortress metal detector

For its latest coated honey roast nut production line, Trigon Snacks selected a customized linear Stealth metal detector with an innovative retractable conveyor reject system.
 




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Case Study: Almarai employs Syntegon technologies in its bakery manufacturing

Muffins, pastries, and croissants are very diverse and delicate products that must be handled with care, from distribution to primary packaging.




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Case Study: Japan's Inaba Peanuts Co., Ltd. acquires Tomra 5B optical sorter

Replacing traditional manual sorting methods with a machine has enabled this well-known food producer to meet two key objectives, as well as solving the problem of labor shortages.




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Case Study: Bimbo QSR selects TraceGains to identify alternate ingredient suppliers, improve new product development

Bimbo QSR has selected TraceGains as its system of choice to automate supply chain operations.




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Case Study: TruFood boosts production capacity with Luxme automated sanitary conveyor

Luxme International has supplied a SANILux Tubular Chain Conveyor with automated clean-in-place technology to nutrition bar manufacturer TruFood, enhancing food safety and increasing line efficiency at the company’s Pittsburgh-based facility.




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Case Study: EverGrain's large-scale protein facility uses Pall Corporation's filtration technology

Pall Membralox Microfiltration System equipped with ceramic membranes with gradient permeability technology plays a critical role in purifying valuable protein.





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Case Study: Hudson Bread increases productivity, improves packing quality with smart packaging technology

To meet the needs of its growing business, Hudson Bread turned to Niverplast for its expertise in packaging automation for the bakery industry—specifically, a bag-in-box solution for its frozen artisan bread packaging line. 




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Smith’s Snackfood opts for Flexicon bulk handling system

The Aussie snack producer, a unit of PepsiCo, is the maker of Twisties, Burger Rings, Parker’s pretzels, and other brands.




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UK potato chip brand Burts Snacks forges long-term partnership with tna

The snack producer has turned to the food technology firm to boost production.




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Corn Nuts roasting and packaging facility harnesses the power of the sun

The Hormel-owned snack brand has installed solar panels to boosts its sustainability.




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tna Solutions aids Mister Bee Potato Chips in increasing production capacity by 400%

tna completely redesigned and optimized the company’s manufacturing site in Parkersburg, West Virginia, achieving a 400% capacity increase. 




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The Cheesecake Factory sweetens the holidays with Peppermint Bark Cheesecake

To celebrate the holiday season, The Cheesecake Factory welcomes back its festive Peppermint Bark Cheesecake. 




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The Cheesecake Factory adds Cookie Dough Lover's Cheesecake with Pecans to lineup

Cookie Dough Lover’s Cheesecake with Pecans will debut on National Cheesecake Day, July 30.




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Fazoli's reintroduces Fan Favorite Pizza Baked Pasta and Cheesecake Factory Bakery Pumpkin Cheesecake

Included in the limited-time offering is Pumpkin Cheesecake made by The Cheesecake Factory Bakery, an addition to the dessert menu just in time for fall.




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The Cheesecake Factory reveals plans for third bakery production facility

Once constructed, the facility will produce The Cheesecake Factory’scheesecakes and signature bakery products for its restaurants and other foodservice wholesalers, retailers, and distributors.




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The Cheesecake Factory sweetens the season with new holiday cheesecake flavor

New Peppermint Stick Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake debuts just in time for the holidays.




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Sutherland Packaging installs high-speed HP digital press

The snack and bakery packaging company has installed an HP Pagewide C550 unit.




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Triangle Packaging Company celebrates reaching 100-year mark

The snack and bakery packaging tech provider is a founding member of PMMI.




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Great American Packaging debuts OneEarth packaging product line

The flexible packaging product line is focused on meeting consumer demand for a healthier, more sustainable future with No PFAS Added, Compostable, and Recyclable packaging options.




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PMMI announces Technology Excellence Awards finalists ahead of PACK EXPO

Attendees can vote on the awards during the packaging show, Sept. 11–13 in Las Vegas.




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Theegarten-Pactec to present packaging solutions at iba 2023

The supplier develops and manufactures tailor-made packaging machines for small-sized confectionery and snacks, used by manufacturers around the globe. 




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Automated packaging tech helps streamline snack and bakery operations

Bakery and snack producers are creating a wide range of products to meet consumer demand; they also are being called on to do more with less.




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Bedford twist tie obtains recycling accreditation

To recycle, consumers simply insert or reattach the twist tie to a bread bag that is qualified for store drop-off before placing it in the bin.




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PACK EXPO Las Vegas spotlights packaging, processing advances for snack and bakery

When shopping for packaging materials and technology, a snack or bakery pro can’t just drive down to the nearest mall or log onto Amazon to have something delivered to their front door. 




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Robotics are gaining popularity in snack and bakery applications

An expert from Quest shares the benefits of automated tech in food packaging.




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Theegarten-Pactec to present packaging solutions for confectionery industry at ProSweets Cologne

At Stand G020 H029 in Hall 10.1, the Dresden-based company will be showcasing its FPH5 flow-wrapping machine, which will demonstrate how sugar-coated chewing gum is packaged at a speed of 4,000 products/minute.




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UK's KP Snacks reduces packaging tonnage, use of plastic

Company announces additional investment in flow wrap equipment to reduce plastic packaging across three of its popular brands.




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FPA reveals winners of student packaging design challenge

This year’s first winner was a team of students from the University of Wisconsin–Stout, and the second-place winner was a team of students from the California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly).




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Technology can alleviate supply chain headaches: PMMI

The right technology can help snack and bakery professionals avoid or minimize supply chain challenges.




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PACK EXPO 2024 delivers access to packaging and processing advances

PACK EXPO 2024 offers snack and bakery pros the chance to dive into the latest packaging and processing solutions




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Packaging solutions help snack company crack into long-term success: case study

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, in business for more than a century, relies upon the company's packaging technology in its nut processing and packaging operations.




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Packaging innovation can cut snack and bakery labor costs

Snack and bakery producers can harness advanced packaging tech to save costs and streamline operations.




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Wild About Bread launches single-pack flavors at Kroger stores in Dallas

Wild About Bread Home Baked Bread Made Simple is now even more easy and fun with the launch of new Single Pack Flavors available at Kroger stores in Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Texas. 




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Fats and oils continue to weigh on consumers' packaged food choices amid pandemic pressures

Much has changed in consumers’ buying behaviors regarding foods, but their attention to the fats and oils in the packaged foods they purchase remains consistent, according to Cargill’s most recent FATitudes survey, conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic.




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Developing new, enticing varieties of puffed and extruded snacks

Puffed and extruded snacks never go out of style. Top brands like Cheetos and Fritos will probably always will be staples in many Americans' homes.




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Next-generation fats and oils for snack and bakery R&D

Overview of the roles of fats and oils in the quality, nutrition, manufacturing, and shelf life of snack and bakery products.




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Q&A with United Soybean Board: Using soybean oil in snacks and bakery products

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to chat with United Soybean Board consultants Jean Heggie and Pam Smith, RDN, Shaping America's Plate, about soy ingredients for baking and frying, as well as the versatility of soybean oil.




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Snack Factory Tortilla Chips

Snack Factory, maker of Pretzel Crisps and a Snyder’s-Lance brand, has reimagined the tortilla with the introduction of Snack Factory Tortilla Chips.




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Belt Technologies aids Cal State Long Beach engineering students

Originating as early as 8000 to 5000 BC in Mesoamerica, and adopted by Aztec and Mayan civilizations and then Mexican and Guatemalan cultures, tamales are enjoyed for their portability and versatility.




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Piab Changeover Champion vacuum conveyor

Offering six times faster changeover, Piab’s Changeover Champion vacuum conveyor piFLOW®p SMART enables users to save time when changing from one material to another, increasing the productivity of their operations.




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Eaglestone Equipment TrackIQ Sorting Conveyor

Eaglestone Equipment, a custom manufacturer of industrial processing equipment, recently introduced the TrackIQ Sorting Conveyor.




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Multi-Conveyor elevated conveyor conserves critical floor space

Multi-Conveyor recently built a series of powered mild steel conveyors including a unique gravity conveyor to transport tall shaped plastic products.




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Spiroflow cableflow conveyors with clean-in-place options

Spiroflow’s hygienic, totally-enclosed Cableflow tubular cable drag conveyors offer clean-in-place options including wiper discs, air knife purge units, and brush boxes.




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Snack and bakery market: Fast, thorough 'wet cleaning' of conveyors ensures food safety

A substantial number of snack and bakery processors have turned to tubular drag conveyor systems, which gently move product through a sealed, enclosed tube using a drag cable and circular discs pulled through on a loop.




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Multi-Conveyor Compact Dual Lane 90° Case and Product Rotation

Multi-Conveyor recently built a cost-effective, compact dual lane 90° case turner to rotate and align single lane filled cases that quickly transfer onto an existing case sealer.