Software

Connected, Not Fragile: The Balance Between Connectivity and Resilience

Even if a plant is connected, that doesn't mean it's too advanced to fail. Learn why connectivity alone isn't enough and how modular design, standardization, and human-centered systems prevent operational fragility.

July 1, 2026

Automation & Digital Transformation

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Café Spice Transforms Production and Profitability with a RaaS Solution

How does adding flexible automation allow Café Spice to improve production and deal with labor woes?

July 1, 2026

Inspection

Faster, Smarter, but Not Automatic: How AI Is Reshaping Food Safety

From pathogen detection to computer vision inspection, AI is moving from pilot projects into practical food safety applications, provided processors can validate the results.

June 26, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Griffith Foods Demonstrates Robots with a Human Touch

How can food processors balance automation adoption with workforce retention and morale? In its modern plant in the Antioquia area of Colombia, the global food producer integrates collaborative robotics to boost productivity, safety, and well-being—without losing sight of its human and sustainable character.

June 24, 2026

Robotics

Novarc and Yaskawa Enter Strategic Memorandum of Understanding to Advance AI-powered Autonomous Welding Automation

Yaskawa America, Inc.

Novarc and Yaskawa partnership aims to integrate AI-powered welding intelligence with industrial robotics, advancing autonomous welding, improving precision, and enabling connected Industry 4.0 fabrication environments.

June 16, 2026

Software

Practical Wins from Digital Transformation

In the third part of a six-part series on digital transformation, using digital tools to turn OEE into an active driver of performance, not just a report, is explored.

June 3, 2026

Automation

End of the Line Video Series: Spee-Dee's Digital Dennis Update, Progress in Industrial Compostability, and Other AI News

Watch as some of the PMG editors sit down and talk about trends, insights, and the cool things that pass by our desks.

June 1, 2026

Regulatory

Processing News Roundup May 2026: FDA Food Safety Priorities, Top Trends at interpack, Royal Avebe Electrifies

In this quick roundup of the biggest topics from May, learn about the FDA's current food safety strategy, what PMMI Media Group editors found at interpack 2026, Royal Avebe's electrification within grid limits, and more.

May 29, 2026

Industry News

Valco Melton Signs a Definitive Agreement to be Acquired by Graco Inc.

Valco Melton

Acquisition aims to adds Valco Melton’s adhesive dispensing and inspection technologies to Graco’s Industrial division to support complementary material handling capabilities.

May 21, 2026

Facilities, Design & Infrastructure

Mars Pours £190 Million Into Historic UK Chocolate Factory to Modernize Manufacturing

The investment will modernize Mars’ Slough factory, transforming it into a next-generation manufacturing hub with advanced technology and workforce upskilling.

May 20, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: How AI, Smarter Inspection & Humanoid Robots Are Reshaping interpack

Is AI in packaging finally past the hype—and what does it look like when it actually works?

May 20, 2026

Software

Processing at interpack 2026: Space-Saving Machinery, Cool-Running Magnetic Drives, and Algorithm-Based Check Weighing

From three-in-one inspection units to CIP-ready magnetic drives, ProFood World's editors found several operator-friendly and small-footprint solutions for their fourth day at interpack.

May 15, 2026

Home

Processing and Formulation: Scaling Innovation with State Ingredient Bans Lurking

A wave of potential state bans targeting ingredients and synthetic dyes is creating uncertainty across the industry, but investments in automation, machine learning, and digital tools are helping manufacturers protect margins and accelerate innovation.

May 15, 2026