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What to Do When Machinery Breaks on Opening Day

No matter how much planning goes into the acceptance testing stage, there's always the chance things won't go right on opening day. James Couch, FSO Institute Coach, suggests to assume the worst and plan for the best when starting up new machinery.

April 3, 2025

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A Backstage Look at Acceptance Testing in Food Production

James Couch, an FSO Institute Coach with 43 years' experience in the CPG protein industry, offers a behind-the-scenes look at factory and site acceptance testing, including how the emergence of virtual FATs has augmented the process.

March 27, 2025

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What's Working - and What's Not - in OEM Asset Reliability Support

OEMs are enhancing asset reliability in food production by adopting strategies from the automotive industry, says Shawn French, Director of Innovation and Packaging Engineering at Danone North America. However, there's still room for improvement.

March 11, 2025

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Rebellyous Foods Mock 2 Production System Addresses Plant-Based Meat Challenges

Rebellyous Foods installed its Mock 2 Production System at RMS Foods' New Mexico manufacturing plant, helping it achieve price parity with traditional chicken.

March 10, 2025

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Ross Industries Inc. Partners with Modernpack Hoppe GmbH to Distribute SEPAmatic Soft Belt Separators in the United States

Ross Industries

Ross Industries secures exclusive U.S. distribution of SEPAmatic Soft Belt Separators, which gently separate food components of different textures, maximizing efficiency and yield.

February 27, 2025

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What Food Processors Can Expect From OEMs to Improve Asset Reliability

Standardization can go a long way in simplifying maintenance. OEMs can support this by directing that standardization toward the CPG's needs, according to Shawn French, Director of Innovation and Packaging Engineering at Danone North America.

February 27, 2025

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What Food Manufacturers Need to Know About Going Kosher

Many companies that seek certification can often do it with minimal adjustments to their existing processes and ingredients.

February 26, 2025

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Advanced Material Processing and Automated Handling Solutions Merge and Rebrand

Akona Process Solutions

Newly merged AMP and AHS will go to market under a new brand name, Akona Process Solutions, providing comprehensive material processing and handling solutions.

January 31, 2025

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How Small Plants Can Make OEE Improvements

Smaller food producers can consider a few budget-friendly ways to optimize OEE, including low-cost equipment solutions and a comprehensive understanding of operational data, says Joe Zembas, former project manager at Procter & Gamble.

January 23, 2025

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Troubleshooting the Most Common OEE Issues

Food producers can boost efficiency by watching for OEE troublemakers in availability, performance, and quality, says Joe Zembas, former project manager at Procter & Gamble.

January 7, 2025

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JDM Boosts Kettle Chip Production by 20% with Bison's High-Energy Blower

Bison, an AMETEK business

Partnership with Bison enhances JD Manufacturing's automatic batch fryer, increasing output while reducing fuel consumption and minimizing environmental impact.

January 6, 2025

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Middleby Food Processing Promotes Carolynn Coiner to V.P. of Marketing and Digitalization

Middleby Food Processing Group

Coiner will continue to drive marketing strategies and digital initiatives for Middleby's diverse portfolio of food processing brands.

October 28, 2024

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Middleby Bakery Strengthens Global Sales Team with Key Appointments

Middleby Food Processing Group

Middleby Bakery appoints Vikrant Sawant as Area Sales Manager for India and Chris Janarek as Account Sales Manager for Auto-Bake Serpentine in the United States.

October 21, 2024