Dry Processing

FPS Showcases 72-in. Ambient Spiral Conveyor at IBIE

This spiral is designed for CIP and increased belt life, and conveys larger baked goods without needing to change their orientation as they exit the oven.

October 6, 2022

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Industry News

Utz Brands Names Howard Friedman as CEO

Current CEO Dylan Lissette will become executive chairman of the board, following almost 3 decades with the company and serving as its CEO since 2013.

October 5, 2022

Robotics

Live From IBIE: Baker Bots Carry Heavier Payloads and Provide Refined Detail

Apex Motion Control enters the bread industry thanks to the Baker-Bot Max as well as cookie decoration.

September 28, 2022

Sustainability

Bimbo Bakeries USA Receives EPA Green Power Leadership Award

The company currently uses more than 490 million kWh of green power annually—101% of its overall electricity use.

September 20, 2022

Industry News

Unismack Planning New Facility in Michigan

The Greek company known for its high nutritional value snacks and crackers is expanding global operations with an investment of $41.75 million in its first U.S. location.

September 8, 2022

Industry News

General Mills Spending $100 Million to Expand Ohio Facility

The project in Wellston, Ohio, will improve operations and increase overall capacity at the manufacturing facility for it to become more productive and efficient.

August 30, 2022

Industry News

Mondelēz Completes Acquisition of Clif Bar

The transaction creates a $1 billion global snack bar entity and builds on the company’s strategy to prioritize fast-growing snacking segments in key geographies

August 15, 2022

Dry Processing

New Vibratory Conveyor Resolves a Sticky Situation

With their sanitary design and compact footprint, robust vibratory conveyor systems move fruit snacks correctly, safely, and efficiently for a top candy producer.

August 4, 2022

Sustainability

Bimbo Bakeries USA Earns Energy Star Partner of the Year Award

The EPA and U.S. Department of Energy gave the company the Sustained Excellence honor for being named Partner of the Year for the fifth consecutive year.

June 28, 2022

Industry News

Mondelēz International to Acquire Clif Bar for $2.9 Billion

The transaction will build on Mondelēz International’s strategy to prioritize fast-growing snacking segments in key geographies and create a $1 billion global snack bar player with leading brands.

June 22, 2022

Dry Processing

Sanitary Conveyor Improves Food Safety, Uptime for Co-Manufacturer

As the nutrition bar market took off and TruFood embarked on expansions, Luxme’s SaniLux conveyor provided an improved ingredient delivery system to speed production and sanitation, while reducing allergen cross-contamination.

June 3, 2022

Industry News

General Mills Selling Helper and Suddenly Salad Brands

The deal will allow the company to improve its North America Retail segment’s growth profile and increase its focus on specific brands and categories.

June 2, 2022

Sustainability

KIND Announces Bee-friendly Almond Sourcing Commitment Progress

To commemorate its achievements, KIND will be hosting the first-ever virtual Bee Day Bash, in collaboration with TikTok, in honor of World Bee Day (May 20).

May 19, 2022