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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

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Brewer scales smart manufacturing platforms for next decade

Namibia Breweries adds a historian, SCADA platform and OPC networking to increase energy efficiencies for its packaging, processing and supply chain operations.

November 16, 2017

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Barry-Wehmiller creates new divisions to meet rising demand for its flexible packaging equipment and for systems integration

​BW Flexible Systems and BW Integrated Systems will debut on January 1, 2018.

November 14, 2017

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Feeder control has customizable platform

Simplifies user experience

November 7, 2017

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Food safety module assists in FSMA compliance

Also optimizes baking processes

November 6, 2017