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New control system architecture allows brewery to meet its goals

Engineers work closely with the brewery team to develop an understanding of its brewing and CIP processes, capturing each brewing vessel’s process in detail.

April 6, 2018

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Can manufacturing adapt to hyper-connected consumers?

New technologies can help food and beverage makers deal with changing customers and consumers requiring 24/7 turnaround.

April 6, 2018

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Using SQL to increase uptime

An East Coast processor works with a system integrator to learn what was causing downtime and pinpoint the equipment involved.

March 30, 2018

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Woodlands Dairy anchors a foundation for growth

A dairy producer in South Africa standardizes its automation platform after a recent acquisition and building of a new greenfield facility.

March 16, 2018

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Robotics development kit has been expanded

Can plug and play with any existing robot

March 11, 2018

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Candy maker preps for the digital enterprise

A dramatic shift in Queen City Candy’s business model leads to a unified automation strategy for its processing department and creates the foundation for a customer-centric, digital enterprise.

March 1, 2018

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Craft brewers cultivate the taste while keeping products safe

Craft brewers are implementing food safety and quality programs that not only comply with stringent federal regulations but also improve their systems.

February 9, 2018

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FSMA spurs plant floor optimization at Hillshire

The Food Safety Modernization Act is producing ripples throughout the industry, and food processors are moving quickly to produce better data visibility in their plants.

January 19, 2018

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Formula-based PLM fast-tracks time to market

From ideation to packaging, food, bev and CPG companies are turning to PLM software to manage the lifecycle of many new products—keeping customers, regulators and internal teams in mind.

January 4, 2018

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System integrators upgrading skills to meet changing needs

As automation projects become increasingly complex, integrators are taking different approaches to help manufacturers navigate the terrain. They can help bridge technology and talent gaps.

January 4, 2018

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E-commerce forecasted to be the fastest growing global retail channel through 2022

Within internet retailing, the food and drink category is expected to see the fastest growth at 80 percent.

December 8, 2017

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Using modern manufacturing to brew up a competitive advantage

To increase capacity at a brewery in Mexico, Constellation Brands used Siemens technology to roll out a global automation and controls standard to over 20 OEMs, ensuring consistency, quality, scalability and sustainability.

December 5, 2017

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Smart manufacturing applications say hello to food processors

Many food producers are undergoing modernization initiatives, and smart manufacturing models are providing greater productivity gains as improved plant data reduces downtime.

November 22, 2017