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The rapidly expanding worldwide population along with reduced nutrition awareness will increase the preference for natural food ingredients.

The growth of the oat milk market is expected to remain positive in the near future.

Connectivity provides manufacturing plant operations many advantages like increased productivity, faster identification and remediation of quality defects, and better collaboration across functional areas. However, this connectivity is dramatically increasing smart factories’ vulnerabilities and leaving them exposed to cybersecurity threats.

The shift toward automation has radically changed the infrastructure requirements for food manufacturers.

A new cleaning tool has been under development at Cornell University, which uses superheated steam to kill bacteria on production surfaces.

The company’s new sugar alternative is stated to combine sustainability and full-bodied taste without increasing carbon emissions.

Food waste is a big part of the conversation with consumers in 2023. Consumer research conducted by Do Good Foods in September 2022 reveals that “Americans want to be more climate-friendly, and nearly half are more concerned about food waste than they were a year ago.”

AI, machine learning and robotics not only improve product flow, but also can attract young talent that’s grown up with computers and easily adapts to new technologies.

Even though new processing and packaging equipment today has maintenance tools built in, proper planning and integration into an enterprise maintenance management system makes repair activities easier to track and helps prevent a stockroom full of expensive parts that are never needed.

Ahmik Hindman, senior networks and security consultant at Rockwell Automation, recently spoke about how food manufacturers can assess cybersecurity risks, implement security patches and build a cybersecurity risk management system.

With up to 12 signal interfaces and nine signal types in one terminal, the multi-interface is ideal for numerous applications.

Green initiatives have shown that raising cold-chain temperatures by 3°C from -18°C to -15°C can save the industry money, but how well can equipment in service support the move?

AI looks to be a panacea for making better inspection choices, but knowing specifically what the inspection criteria should be needs to be in place before employing an AI-based system.

At the IFT FIRST Conference, Mimi Bonnett of Innova Market Insights spotlighted the top food trends in the U.S. and Canada, while Michael Warter of Ruiz Foods delivered insights on machine learning and AI.

The dynamic walkway concept, birthed by integration partner Arrow Conveyor Equipment, is specifically designed to allow uninterrupted conveyance for operator traffic below.

Meat processors can turn to automation and vary film gauge, among other strategies, to meet demand for holiday products.

While previous industrial revolutions were primarily driven by technological advancements, the emergence of Industry 5.0 is much more people focused. It's not defined by a single technological advancement but by a renewed focus on the human element. This era marks a crucial and overdue transition toward human-centric manufacturing operations, processes and businesses as a whole.

By embracing TSN, food and beverage companies not only improve their OEE but also set the stage for a future where production lines are not just automated but intelligently interconnected and extremely flexible.

Check out some of the latest packaging and processing solutions exhibitors plan to debut or showcase at PACK EXPO, set for Nov. 3-6 in Chicago.

Located in Conway, Arkansas, the 570,000-sq.-ft. facility represents a $315 million investment in manufacturing capability and includes a comprehensive beverage development laboratory.

The company’s facility in Seymore, Ind. will build upon key learnings and successes from Vital Farms’ egg washing and packing facility in Springfield, Mo., which opened in 2017.

The completion of this transaction is part of the company’s overall network optimization strategy, one of the pillars of its Global Strategic Plan.

The new facility will boost the company’s presence in growing edible oil and animal feed markets, and will create opportunities in renewable energy feedstock markets.

The expansion, in South Windsor, Conn., comes as part of the company's strategic plan to expand its production capabilities, innovate and meet strong demand for its meal solutions products.

Integrated design-build firm A M King has begun a large-scale renovation of a Savannah, Ga.-area facility for MANA Nutrition Inc. that will produce the non-profit’s ready-to-use therapeutic food and ready-to-use supplemental food.

The expansion is anticipated to more than quadruple the facility's current production output and help support the company's continued plans for growth in novelty and packaged ice cream.

The new facility will be one of the largest manufacturing sites for the Chomps brand and is expected to create approximately 250 full-time jobs, with potential for future expansion.

The facility will serve as the hub for Flora Food Group’s creams and cream cheeses products for the U.S., Canada and across the rest of the Americas region over time.

Idaho Milk Products will break ground on the 183,000-sq.-ft. plant on Oct. 11. The facility will be substantially complete by early 2026 with full commercial production by May 2026.

Since its introduction in late 2019, Kinder Bueno has reached No. 17 in sales among mainstream chocolate brands, hitting more than $214 million in retail sales in the past year.

Shamrock Farms is investing $59 million into the project, which includes adding additional equipment, cold storage space and a new production filling line.

This facility is expected to begin production in 2026 and, at peak capacity, will produce 2.7 million bottles per day across six production lines.

The 900,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing facility will increase the company's current production capacity for its Uncrustables brand to help meet demand for the frozen sandwiches.

For the second time in as many years, FE’s annual Food Automation and Manufacturing Conference was held quite successfully on line—rather than in person—due to the persistent COVID-19 pandemic.

This year, the exhibition spaces at the show span 15 halls, and the 145,000-square-meter exhibition floor hosts 606 exhibitors, including 38% non-Italian companies from 25 different countries. 

Cambria unveils four new designs that demonstrate Cambria’s ability to respond to market demands for beautifully designed surfaces while pushing the boundaries of what is possible with quartz and now offers a newly curated design palette in 1cm thickness that is available in 19 designs. 

The 28 workshops and eight regional training sessions across 17 states are free to attend, making them accessible to professionals across the country.

The annual trade show offered attendees a window into the latest design and color trends in ceramics as well as the newest advancements in sustainable production and cutting-edge technologies.

Artivo Surfaces, the Transom Capital-backed parent company of Virginia Tile, Galleher, and Trinity Hardwood, is acquiring Tom Duffy Company, a strategic move that significantly strengthens Artivo’s position as a market leader in the tile and flooring industry.

CTEF’s Academic Director Scott Carothers urges tile setters to check the label and points out two of the most critical pieces of information to confirm prior to an installation.

Brazil, the world's fourth-largest natural stone producer and leading U.S. supplier, is intensifying efforts to expand its market presence through export incentives and education. 

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Kicking off Jan. 5 in Philadelphia, the appointment-only traveling show will provide personalized product and program experiences to retailers across the U.S.

The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, will host three international delegation tours and an NKBA Global Connect Pavillion.

The actor, HGTV personality and celebrity carpenter will emcee the event during which brands each have three minutes to present an innovative product.