Dry Processing

Multipurpose centrifugal sifter

Oversized particles are ejected through the end of the screen cylinder into a discharge spout.

August 3, 2016

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Processing Equipment

Cooler with a closed-circuit design

Fluid is cooled as air induced through the unit evaporates a small portion of the recirculating water.

August 3, 2016

Beverage

Six-pack packaging with a purpose

By using byproducts of the beer brewing process, this packaging goes beyond recycling and strives to achieve zero waste.

August 3, 2016

Dairy

Liquid-fills are tops in Poland

Package toppers are made of a variety of raw materials and are available in two sizes.

August 3, 2016

Inspection, Sorting & Weighing

Thermo Scientific: Versa Flex Checkweigher Line

Designed for dry applications, a line of precision checkweighers offers affordability in pharmaceutical, personal care and dry food applications.

August 2, 2016

Inspection, Sorting & Weighing

Belt-fed digital sorter offers all-sided surface inspection

The multi-sensor Pixel Fusion feature merges data from multiple cameras and lasers, enabling the sorter to detect and remove submillimeter-sized defects and foreign material.

August 1, 2016

Confection & Candy

Built-in redundancy keeps Clif Bar running smoothly

Two carton-packing lines at Clif Bar’s new Twin Falls, ID, bakery are equipped with robotic equipment that allows for speed, redundancy, and system flexibility.

July 26, 2016

Beverage

Coffee company’s charitable mission emphasized on-pack

With bright, bold colors, the image of hands encircling a cup of coffee, and the social media message #brewchange, packaging for Café+ coffee celebrates the brand’s social mission.

July 23, 2016

Beverage

U.S. Department of Justice clears proposed merger of AB InBev and SABMiller

AB InBev is now focusing on jurisdictions where regulatory clearance is still pending.

July 21, 2016

Bakery & Snack

Utz to merge with Golden Enterprises

Golden Enterprises’ Golden Flake snack product lines and production capabilities complement the Utz product portfolio.

July 20, 2016

Facilities, Design & Infrastructure

Flour mill to open in New Mexico

The plant has the capacity to produce packaged products and bulk vessels.

July 20, 2016

Frozen & Refrigerated Foods

Chobani Incubator aims to help start-ups fuel a ‘food revolution’

The program covers areas of expertise such as sustainability, marketing, food safety and manufacturing innovation.

July 20, 2016

Frozen & Refrigerated Foods

Smart labels provide consumer transparency

Label initiative makes it easier for shoppers to find information about products they consume.

July 19, 2016