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Layton Systems' Stainless Steel Box Crusher is designed to break up frozen product inside cardboard boxes before further processing.
Robotics
Meal Service Provider Learns that Breaking Up Doesn’t Have to be Hard
Homestyle Direct’s purchase of a Box Crusher from Layton Systems has improved productivity and employee welfare.
August 5, 2025

Automation

Controls
Selecting the Right Power Transmission Solutions for Food and Beverage Facilities
The wrong motor, belt, or gear reducer can spell big trouble in an environment where downtime is measured not in minutes, but in dollars.
August 4, 2025
The sp4 Family of products from ABB.
Controls
The Equipment Challenge Hindering End User IT-OT Integration
Packaging and processing professionals note one key equipment obstacle to the successful integration of information technology and operational technology.
August 1, 2025
End users must deal with this pesky equipment problem to maximize IT-OT system integrations.
Workforce
Welch's Appoints Cees Talma as Chief Executive Officer
Welch Foods
Cees Talma brings over 30 years of leadership experience in the food, beverage, and consumer goods industries to his new role.
July 30, 2025
Welch Cees Headshot
Podcasts
Through the Line: Retaining Talent in a Shifting Industry
When companies fail to prioritize workforce stability, they risk higher turnover rates, increased operational disruptions, and rising recruitment costs.
July 30, 2025
Through the Line: Packaging and Processing
Workforce
Burrito Plant Death Calls for Safety Shift, Experts Say
Three workplace safety experts from different disciplines highlight the importance of precautions, training, and culture in food manufacturing operations following a 19-year-old burrito factory employee’s death during equipment cleaning.
July 28, 2025
The above image shows the Los Angeles River flowing through Vernon, Calif., not far from the site of the tragic burrito factory incident.
Security
Why IT-OT Integration is ‘Essential’ for End Users
Packaging and processing professionals note the security-based importance of integrating and investing in information technology and operational technology systems.
July 25, 2025
End users will want to integrate and invest to fight off cybersecurity risks.
Workforce
PMMI Foundation Donates $100,000 to Michigan State’s School of Packaging
Gift supports student innovation and technical education at nation’s first packaging school.
July 23, 2025
Pmmi Foundation
Workforce
Strengthening OEM-End User Collaboration for Better Training
Packaging and processing end users and original equipment manufacturers note the importance of collaboration for improved training outcomes.
July 18, 2025
OEMs and end users can both play crucial roles in maximizing operator training.
Workforce
PPWLN Breakfast at PACK EXPO Las Vegas Supports Women in Packaging and Processing
Alison Fragale, negotiation and workplace dynamics expert, will present research-based strategies on leadership and confidence.
July 17, 2025
Alison Fragale, organizational psychologist and professor at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Podcasts
Through the Line: Land O'Frost Automates on a Budget
How can a company scale automation without a high initial cost? Land O’Frost is reaping the rewards of five palletizers without the typical upfront challenges thanks to the RaaS offering from Formic.
July 16, 2025
Through the Line: Packaging and Processing
Workforce
Two Operator Training Boosts for Packagers and Processors
Two enhanced training strategies can help packaging and processing machine operators perform more effectively.
July 11, 2025
Understanding what effective training requires and optimizing training materials are key to improving performance.
Webinars
Optimize the Efficiency of Your Production Line Through Line Design and Line Control
In this discussion, we will explore the various factors that influence line efficiency and demonstrate how intelligent line design and control can enhance production performance.
August 14, 2025
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Devices and software used to automate food and beverage manufacturing, including controls, sensors, instrumentation, robotics, and Internet of Things platforms.
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The Grote Company Unveils Automated Material Handling System with Integrated Robotics at PACK EXPO Las Vegas
In Booth N-6142, the Grote Company Family of Brands will showcase a system featuring integrated robotics for efficient product loading and unloading from pans that incorporates PFI laning conveyors and vibratory hoppers, SPI Automation robotics and tooling, and ProFab hoppers and elevator conveyors.
KUKA Robotics to Showcase Advanced Solutions for Packaging and Processing at PACK EXPO 2025
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