re Grote Company Family of Brands Acquires SPI Automation By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 10:10:00 -0400 SPI will remain a standalone brand and continue to support its existing customers. Full Article
re Louis Dreyfus Company Breaks Ground on Ohio Soybean Processing Facility By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:57:00 -0400 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. Full Article
re Home Market Foods Expands Production into Newly Acquired Plant By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jul 2024 11:21:50 -0400 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. Full Article
re New Jarrett Foods Custom Poultry Processing Facility Opens By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:49:03 -0400 The company offers a wide variety of services, including whole bird cut-up, custom breast and thigh deboning, breast and tender hand portioning, marination and re-packing. Full Article
re Idaho Milk Products to Break Ground on Ice Cream Facility By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
re Ferrero Opens Kinder Bueno Production Facility on Illinois Manufacturing Campus By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:17:00 -0400 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. Full Article
re Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. Announces Expansion Plans for Additional Cage-Free Production Capabilities By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Oct 2024 09:32:55 -0400 The projects will include the addition of five new cage-free layer houses across its locations in Florida, Georgia, Utah and Texas. Full Article
re Dainty Rice Expands Ontario Facility with Ready-to-Heat Rice Production Lines By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:01:00 -0400 The production line is now fully operational, with the first ready-to-heat rice pouches rolling off the line and out to the retail market. Full Article
re Yakult Breaks Ground on New Facility By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 15:08:34 -0400 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. Full Article
re Supply chain challenges aren't going away By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Annual survey shows what's top of mind for processors. Full Article
re Crossville Argent 2.0 Porcelain Tile Collection Offers Timeless Aesthetic for Residential and Commercial By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 AHF Products introduces new Crossville Argent 2.0 porcelain tile, offering a timeless aesthetic that can complement a variety of design styles. Full Article
re APE Grupo Architecture Awards Opens Call for Project Submissions By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400 The second edition of the APE Grupo Architecture Awards kicked off on September 18 with the aim of recognizing and highlighting the work of architects and interior decorators who have used APE Grupo ceramics in their projects. November 12 is the deadline to submit projects. Full Article
re Tile Industry Gathers in Bologna, Italy, for an Incredible Week of Design, Innovation, and Inspiration. By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
re Florim Stone Large-Format Tile Honored with Green Good Design Award for Sustainable Design By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Florim has achieved another significant milestone, with its brand Florim stone receiving the prestigious international Green Good Design Awards 2024. Full Article
re Designs on Demand Tile From Artaic Introduces Three New Patterns and Colorways By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 Three patterns in three new colorways have been introduced to Artaic's Design on Demand collection. Full Article
re Cersaie 2024 Unveils New Trends, Design Competition Winners + Pritzker Prize Keynote By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 22:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
re How to Ensure Your Walls are Plumb and Flat Before Installing Tile By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Installing tile on walls can be more challenging than working on floors. Oscar Barradas, owner, OBF Tile, shares a couple of tips to ensure your walls are prepped properly. Full Article
re Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels: What to Consider Before Going All In By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 14:45:00 -0400 No doubt Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels (GPTP) are the future, but it would seem the future is now. Chris Rachel, owner, Superior Home Solutions, provides a quick list of what you need to know before adding large-format tile to your flooring installation repertoire. Full Article
re Three New Large-Format Porcelain Tile Collections from Nemo Tile + Stone By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 Bryce, Blake, and Madison are Nemo Tile + Stone's new large-format porcelain tile collections. Full Article
re NTCA Assistant Executive Director Jim Olson Receives Prestigious Ring of Honor Award By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0400 Jim Olson, NTCA's assistant executive director since 2008, has been awarded the association's Ring of Honor for his exceptional leadership and 40-year dedication to the tile industry. Olson will receive the prestigious recognition at the Total Solutions Plus Awards Luncheon in Boston on October 28. Full Article
re Transom Capital-backed Artivo Surfaces Acquires Tom Duffy Company, Deal Expands Artivo’s Brand Portfolio and National Reach By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 16:45:00 -0400 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. Full Article
re Are Your Boxes of Ceramic Tile Compatible? What to Look for on the Label By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:45:00 -0500 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. Full Article
re Coverings 2025 Registration Opens By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0500 Coverings, the largest showcase of ceramic tile and natural stone in North America, has announced Coverings 2025 registration with early-bird registration perks, competitive hotel rates and award opportunities. Full Article
re Lunada Bay Tile Expands Tommy Bahama Collection with Three Nature-Inspired Colorways By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0500 Lunada Bay Tile has introduced three new colorways to its Tommy Bahama glass mosaic collection: Fujisan, Lucky Bay, and Motuo. Full Article
re Brazil's Rock Stars: How the World's Most Diverse Stone Industry Is Carving Its Future By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
re Women in Tile, NTCA, CTEF to Partner with Carpet & Tile Warehouse to Host First-Ever All-Female CTI Test By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:30:00 -0500 Carpet & Tile Warehouse, in collaboration with Women in Tile, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF), and the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), is hosting an all-female Certified Tile Installer (CTI) test on March 5-8, 2025. Full Article
re iPhone pictures to PC By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Oct 2024 17:51:10 GMT I have taken a bunch of travel pictures with an iPhone 14 in the HEIC format. Before downloading to PC, do I have to go pic by pic and chose the perfect frame FIRST on the iPhone before downloading? If I download directly I get a movie file of low... Full Article Travel Photography
re Darren Keefe to Host DesignBites at KBIS By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Oct 2021 13:00:00 -0400 The actor, HGTV personality and celebrity carpenter will emcee the event during which brands each have three minutes to present an innovative product. Full Article
re COREtec Introduces Nine New Colors of WPC By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Subtle plank enhancements create a sense of authenticity for these wood-look floors. Full Article
re Karastan Refreshes Look, Introduces New Styles By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Jan 2022 10:33:00 -0500 Karastan carpet will get a refreshed look in-store and online including a new assortment of sophisticated and timeless products. Full Article
re Pelican Creations Home Introduces CushionTech SPC By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0500 The company says the flooring blends optimal ratios of EVA pad and stone plastic composite (SPC) core thickness to help deliver stable flooring without sacrificing comfort. Full Article
re Air NZ Skycouch vs Singapore PE By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 05:43:47 GMT Hello, I am in the process of booking flights to NZ for my family (2 adults and a 6 year old). I would like advice on the following dilemma with the Singapore - Auckland leg please. We have the option of flying Air NZ with a sky couch and... Full Article TravelBuzz
re Seeking Your Recommendations for Luxury Travel Experiences! By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:51:52 GMT Hello FlyerTalk Community! Im thrilled to join this forum dedicated to the world of travel, especially when it comes to luxury experiences! As someone who appreciates the finer things in life, Im curious to learn from all of you.My... Full Article TravelBuzz
re Misunderstanding Premium Economy By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2024 18:54:16 GMT This showed up in my feed today, although its from 2022. https://www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2022/05/plane-seat-upgrade-premium-economy/655058/ https://archive.is/w0NwZ I think the author here missed the mark, or the airlines have... Full Article TravelBuzz
re Do FA care if you swipe a leftover toiletry kit when departing a plane? By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 23:06:53 GMT Seems like business/first class passengers take what they want and leave the bag behind on their seat. Only way I would say "no" is that maybe a passenger really forgot it. Full Article TravelBuzz
re Boar's Head to Close Plant Due to Listeria Outbreak By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:45:26 -0400 The indefinite closing of the company's Jarratt, Va., facility coincides with the company's decision to discontinue liverwurst after multiple related illnesses were linked to the product produced there. Full Article
re Reading Bakery Systems Names Denise Siegle as CFO By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2024 08:29:00 -0400 Siegle is a senior finance professional with more than 30 years of experience with industrial manufacturing companies. Full Article
re Jarrett Foods Names Chantel Carrillo as Quality Assurance Manager By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:41:49 -0400 Carrillo will oversee and implement quality control measures throughout the poultry processing operation. Full Article
re Rebellyous Foods Plans to Revolutionize Plant-Based Meat Production with Deployment of Mock 2 Technology By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:30:50 -0400 The fully continuous, automated and chilled dough substrate processing system reduces manufacturing costs and can produce range of plant-based meat products at volumes of 2,500-5,000 lb./hr. on a single processing line. Full Article
re PepsiCo to Acquire Siete Foods for $1.2 billion By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:30:00 -0400 PepsiCo says the acquisition will complement its portfolio with the addition of an authentic, Mexican-American brand, while also growing its better-for-you food offerings. Full Article
re Martina Müller Named Managing Director of FrieslandCampina for Iberia, Italy and France By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 14:58:03 -0400 Müller faces the challenge of continuing to expand the business strategy in three strategic territories for the dairy company. Full Article
re Rising Demand for Natural Products Fuels Growth in Fruit Pulp and Puree Markets By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 09:32:43 -0400 The global fruit pulp market is expected to grow from $1.9 billion in 2024 to $2.8 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 5.4%. Full Article
re Paboco Unveils Market-Ready Paper Bottle and Cap By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 08:53:30 -0400 The collaboration between Paboco and Blue Ocean Closures is available today and expected to reach consumers in early 2025. Full Article
re Superior Industrial Refrigeration Names Mike Hastings as CEO By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 09:39:00 -0400 Hastings will lead the company's strategic growth initiatives, leveraging his expertise in finance, accounting and agricultural industry experience. Full Article
re Fresh Del Monte Achieves Scope 1 and 2 Emission Reduction Goal Seven Years Early By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 13:38:57 -0400 The 2023 Sustainability Report outlines Fresh Del Monte’s progress toward its long-term environmental and social goals. Full Article
re Dirk Schafer Joins CRB Board of Directors By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0400 With nearly 40 years in construction leadership, Schafer served in numerous roles at JE Dunn Construction before ultimately becoming its COO and Midwest region president. Full Article
re Anheuser-Busch Invests Additional $8M in Flagship St. Louis Brewery By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 09:57:55 -0400 Anheuser-Busch says it is dedicated to investing in its facilities to help create and sustain jobs and fuel economic growth in St. Louis and beyond. Full Article
re Keurig Dr Pepper to Acquire Energy Drink Business GHOST By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 08:55:01 -0400 KDP will initially purchase a 60% stake in GHOST, which will be followed by the acquisition of the remaining 40% stake in 2028. Full Article
re Traina Foods Acquires Martin Farms By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 08:42:46 -0400 Known for its range of sun-dried fruits including tomatoes, apricots, cherries and berries, Traina Foods is poised to expand its sun-dried tomato offerings. Full Article
re Jones Soda Interim CFO Joe Culp Resigns By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:33:00 -0500 Culp’s resignation follows the Oct. 25 departure of President and CEO David Knight. Full Article