Processing Instrumentation

Evaluating Total Cost of Ownership for Food Processing Machinery

Greg Flickinger, CEO of Aloha Medicinals and American Botanicals, pulls from 25 years of CPG manufacturing experience as he explains the importance of digging beyond the upfront cost to understand the true value of food processing machinery.

May 30, 2025

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Meat, Poultry & Seafood

JBS USA to Invest $135 Million in Sausage Plant in Perry, Iowa

JBS USA

The investment is projected to create 500 direct jobs and 250 local construction jobs, with operations expected to begin in late 2026.

May 29, 2025

Conveying & Product Handling

Motion Opens Its First Canadian Conveyance Solutions Shop

Motion Industries, Inc.

The Calgary shop aims to expand Motion's conveyance services, including custom belting fabrication and maintenance, for various industrial sectors across Western Canada.

May 29, 2025

Inspection

USDA Boosts State Inspection Reimbursements by $14.5 Million

Federal boost aims to sustain state-led meat and poultry oversight—but long-term funding remains uncertain.

May 29, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Keeping Water Safe and Tasty

Is it really necessary to treat the incoming water that’s being used for beverages? Although production facilities typically have robust processes in place to ensure safety, there are still aspects of water that you can get wrong.

May 28, 2025

Regulatory

Following Water Labeling Regulations and Safety Protocols

A report alleging Nestlé failed to follow water treatment regulations demonstrates the need for U.S. companies to maintain compliance with FDA definitions.

May 27, 2025

Regulatory

FDA Plans to Eliminate Self-Affirmed GRAS, Citing Health Risks

Proposed rule changes target transparency in food safety and could reshape CPG compliance.

May 26, 2025

Packaging Equipment & Materials

Triangle Promotes Brianna Wagner to Product Line Manager

Triangle Package Machinery Company

Wagner aims to manage Triangle's product portfolio and lead market intelligence efforts while continuing her work as a Future Workforce Committee Member with PMMI.

May 23, 2025

Inspection

Loma Systems Appoints New North America Service Director

Loma Systems, An ITW Company

Alex Ramirez will serve as Service Director in North America to enhance its service operations and customer satisfaction.

May 23, 2025

Controls

EnSight Solutions Expands with Amprod's Acquisition of Simmtech Process Engineering

EnSight Solutions, LLC

Acquisition integrates Simmtech into Amprod's EnSight Solutions division, combining capabilities to deliver comprehensive automation and smart manufacturing solutions.

May 23, 2025

Packaging Technology

Overwrapping and Modified Atmosphere Packaging Safeguard Meat Packs, Retail Ties

Best Choice Meats is maintaining product quality and retailer relationships with the help of Ossid and Reepack packaging equipment.

May 22, 2025

Industry News

FDA Accelerates Phase-Out of Synthetic Food Dyes, Approves Natural Alternatives

The petroleum dyes will be phased out by the end of the year, citing health concerns as the drive for regulatory changes.

May 22, 2025

Workforce

Dole Packaged Foods Names Todd Stillwell as Vice President, Supply Chain and Manufacturing

Dole Food Company

Stillwell will leverage over 25 years of experience to optimize supply chain operations, enhance partnerships, and drive efficiency in the company's U.S. market.

May 21, 2025