Industry News

Drum Motor Has Permanent Magnet Electric Motor Technology

Is built for reliability, efficiency, and longevity

September 27, 2021

Facilities, Design & Infrastructure: Page 22

Industry News

Mars Petcare Announces Additional Investment in Arkansas Facility

The company is further expanding its Fort Smith facility’s manufacturing operations to meet the growing demand for wet dog and cat food.

September 27, 2021

Industry News

Unibloc Pump Acquires Flotronic Pumps

Unibloc Hygienic Technologies

The transaction will enable Unibloc Pump to grow its U.K. and European business, while also giving Flotronic Pumps an unmatched North American foothold.

September 8, 2021

Sustainability

PepsiCo to Develop Its Largest and Most Sustainable Plant in Europe

The snacks plant will provide extra capacity to respond to the rapid growth in the company’s foods portfolio, including brands such as Lay’s fried and Oven Baked chips, and Doritos corn chips.

August 30, 2021

Industry News

New Heat and Control Facility Under Construction

Heat and Control, Inc.

The new Heat and Control 120,000-sq-ft site will expand support for the North American manufacturing industry and will meet increased pre-sale and after-market needs.

August 30, 2021

Facilities, Design & Infrastructure

A Success Against Food Waste | JBS, Sanderson Farms, Coca-Cola Bottling Co. United News Update

Sanderson Farms to be sold to Cargill and Continental Grain, while JBS acquires aquaculture firm, and Coca-Cola Bottling Company United plans facility investment. Also on Take Five: Great Britain shares its food waste success in a Champion 12.3 webinar.

August 27, 2021

Industry News

Tyson Foods to Build New Plant in Virginia

The company is investing $300 million in the fully cooked facility to meet increasing demand and accelerate its brand growth.

August 26, 2021

Industry News

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Planning Baton Rouge Facility Expansion

The project and a previously announced expansion in LaFayette, La., are part of the company’s long-term investment strategy to meet the growing demand of customers along the Gulf Coast.

August 23, 2021

Industry News

Verder Group Acquires Jabsco Rotary Lobe Pumps From Xylem

Verder Pumps

The transaction strengthens the company’s position in hygienic pumps for pharmaceutical and food & beverage applications.

July 29, 2021

Facilities, Design & Infrastructure

Flooring It: Suppliers Focus on Fast Return to Service

Food and beverage manufacturers are demanding shorter schedules for flooring installations, while also looking for more sustainable options. Floors and drains must also stand up to high standards of thermal shock, caustic chemicals, and bacteria concerns.

July 27, 2021

Industry News

Deli Star Planning $100 Million Facility in St. Louis

The new food manufacturing site will produce Deli Star’s sous-vide proteins, slow-cooked meats, deli logs, protein salads, sauces, and plant-based proteins for deli meat providers, foodservice companies, retailers, and prepared-meal companies.

July 21, 2021

Industry News

Red River Foods Building New Facility in Virginia

The warehousing operation and nut and fruit processing facility will play an integral role in Red River’s logistics supply chain, helping the company expand its reach and grow.

July 20, 2021

Industry News

Bonduelle USA Expanding Operations at Pennsylvania Facility

The project will increase annual frozen vegetable processing and packaging capacity from 45 million to 75 million lb and bring new jobs to Lebanon County.

July 9, 2021