Security

Strengthening OT Cybersecurity in Processing

Understand the strategies driving OT cybersecurity modernization across the food industry, including support from IT departments. Read the full story at ProFood World to learn more.

February 13, 2026

Plant Operations & Equipment: Page 3

Industry News

New Nothum Facility Delivers Greater Value to Food Processors

Nothum Food Processing Systems by Fortifi

Nothum's 92,000-square-foot, unified headquarters aims to increase production capacity, streamline services and enhance growth.

February 11, 2026

Software

Smarter, Not Flashier: Starting Digital Transformation the Right Way

The real wins in manufacturing don’t come from the most sophisticated tech, they come from practical tools

February 2, 2026

Processing Instrumentation

Kerry’s Software Solution to Eliminate 145 Hours of CIP Time

Sustainable nutrition company Kerry used model predictive control software to optimize spray dryer and evaporator performance at a Wisconsin facility. Learn more by reading the full story at ProFood World.

January 30, 2026

Software

Formulation and Manufacturing Trends for Chocolate 2.0

Chocolate manufacturers, like the broader food segment, are seeking higher volumes through digital manufacturing investments. Product development teams are reformulating recipes, and manufacturing operations are optimizing workforce technology to increase throughput and search for plant optimization.

January 29, 2026

Processing Instrumentation

Real-Time KPIs and the Evolution of Food Plant Data

How different brands are approaching digital investments to improve manufacturing metrics and how they are addressing workforce challenges.

January 14, 2026

Workforce

Top 10 Articles of 2025, #2: Burrito Plant Death Calls for Safety Shift, Experts Say

The #2 most clicked article of 2025: 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.

January 4, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Top Episodes of 2025, #1: Organizational Design Principles

The number 1 most downloaded episode of 2025: Organizational design principles as a mood for boosting the bottom line. Processors that incorporate all staff levels into decision making can create an environment where long-term greatness is achieved.

December 31, 2025

Security

Call Me Ebenezer Scrooge

Being a miser about cybersecurity should be giving you horrible visions of what’s going to happen if you don’t change your ways.

December 11, 2025

Processing Instrumentation

Artesian Water Company Boosts Efficiency with Oil-Free Compressor

Wilderness Mountain Water Company reduced its energy use by about 50% and significantly improved its canning output with the help of an ELGi oil-free compressor.

November 13, 2025

Webinars

Solve Your Palletizing Manpower Challenges! How Tailored End-of-Line Can Increase Your Line Flexibility and Performance

Explore how advanced, customized end-of-line solutions can significantly boost operational efficiency and overall competitiveness. Whether manufacturers are planning a new end-of-line or optimizing an existing one, this webinar will provide valuable, actionable insights to support their goals.

December 18, 2025

Sponsors: Sidel Group

View Webinar

Processing Equipment

Data That Delivers: Using the Right Data at the Right Time

How “just enough” data—when gathered and used correctly—can drive immediate improvements, even in plants without big digital investments.

November 3, 2025

Plant Operations & Equipment

Wesgarde

October 21, 2025