Robotics

Turatti Acquires RS Tecnology

The acquisition of RS Tecnology strengthens Turatti's high-tech fruit and vegetable processing solutions with advanced automation, multifunctional food processing robotics, and exclusive induction heating expertise.

January 28, 2026

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Food Processing Equipment

RS Tecnology

January 28, 2026

Software

Kerry Turns to ‘Cruise Control’ Technology to Optimize Dryer Performance

To support its quality, efficiency, and sustainability goals, Kerry implemented model predictive control technology at its Rothschild, Wis., facility. The system helped improve efficiency at the site, solving dryer blockages that had caused about 145 hours of lost production in 2023.

January 28, 2026

Robotics

Chef Robotics and Packline Partner on End-to-End Meal Production Automation

Partnership aims to deliver an integrated, AI-enabled food manufacturing automation solution that combines flexible robotic meal assembly with advanced packaging technology.

January 28, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Unpacking the Humanoid Robot Hype Part 2

How do CPGs feel about adoption of humanoid robots? ProFood World's Derrick Teal and Casey Flanagan discuss how CPGs are viewing humanoid robot technology and what it might take for them to see widespread adoption in packaging and processing.

January 28, 2026

Webinars

The 3 Signals It’s Time to Automate: Before Labor, Safety, or Output Gets Worse

Discover why today’s labor, safety, and productivity challenges are pushing automation from a “future improvement” to a right now decision. You’ll learn the three signals that indicate it’s time to act, and how to start building momentum internally before operations, output, or costs get worse.

March 5, 2026

Sponsors: Formic

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Liquid Processing & Handling Equipment

INOXPA

January 27, 2026

Liquid Processing & Handling Equipment

FP Developments Announces Alliance with Packserv Australia

FP Developments

The partnership expands FP Developments’ automation offerings with Packserv Australia's proven filling and capping technologies. See them both at PACK EXPO East in Booth 1116!

January 27, 2026

Processing Instrumentation

Processing News Roundup 1/23: Integrated Slicing for Bacon, Tyson Beef Facility Closes, PACK EXPO East Highlights

Find out what you missed this week in food and beverage processing, including an integrated pork belly processing line, a facility closure at one Tyson Foods beef facility and shift reduction at another, and what's new and notable at PACK EXPO East 2026.

January 23, 2026

Packaging Equipment & Materials

ProMach’s Flexible Packaging Group Welcomes Adam Chapis as Regional Sales Manager

ProMach

Chapis will support customers across northeastern U.S. and eastern Canada as regional manager for ProMach's Flexible Packaging Group—Bartelt, HMC, and Matrix.

January 23, 2026

Industry News

Tyson Foods Closes Nebraska Beef Facility, Cuts Shift at Texas Facility

Tyson Foods is cutting back on operations at two facilities to “right size its beef business,” with the move expected to lay off nearly 5,000 workers, according to a NewsNation report.

January 22, 2026

Regulatory

Community Poll: Artificial Dye Regulations

Answer to see how your peers responded on navigating artificial dye regulations.

January 21, 2026

Automation

Community Poll: Automation in Food Processing

Answer to see how your peers feel about automation in food processing.

January 21, 2026