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Software
Feeder control has customizable platform
Simplifies user experience
November 7, 2017
Schenck DISOCONT Tersus Loss-in-Weight Feeder Control
Software
Food safety module assists in FSMA compliance
Also optimizes baking processes
November 6, 2017
Reading Thermal SCORPION Software (SV8) Food Safety Module
Software
Blockchain meets the manufacturing supply chain
Despite early confusion about the technology, suppliers are developing network frameworks and apps that will make blockchain an essential part of food and pharma industries.
October 26, 2017
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Software
Terminal incorporates fusion of mechanics, electronics and software
Provides extended flexibility and capabilities
October 25, 2017
Festo VTEM Motion Terminal
Software
Behind the code
QR codes help ensure transparency and better control over the production process and supply chain.
October 25, 2017
QR codes printed on Languiru’s milk packages allow consumers to learn more about how their milk products were produced, including the products’ journey through the supply chain. Photo courtesy of SIG Combibloc.
Software
Control panels come with optional tablets
Feature 100-meter range
October 23, 2017
Ross SysCon Wireless Control System
Software
On the edge of industrial IoT
With a series of moves including incorporation of Node-RED for IoT app development, application of MQTT for data collection and transfer, and embedded edge technology partnerships, Opto 22 is in a key position to support industry’s adoption of IoT.
October 19, 2017
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Processing Equipment
Asset management strategies embrace component innovation and IIoT
With continuing investment in equipment and automation, operations teams are moving to a comprehensive approach for better optimization with nontraditional sensors and components.
August 25, 2017
After finding an inccorrect sequence of operation with its cooling compressors, the Strauss Group found energy savings on a month-to-month basis that led to $75,000 in annual savings at one facility.
Software
Platforms and the industrial technology future
GE Digital’s ongoing development of the Predix platform highlights the intersection of OT and IT through end user app development, digital twin technology and machine learning.
August 21, 2017
GE's Predix Platform
Software
Food manufacturers use 1D barcodes to anchor track and trace technology
A new study by PMMI Business Intelligence reveals the vast majority of food processing companies track incoming ingredients with 1D barcodes. A few are still testing RFID solutions.
August 9, 2017
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Software
Almost all food processors use preventive maintenance, according to a PMMI Business Intelligence study
“Trends In Food Processing Operations 2017” also reports half are very satisfied with their PM programs and reporting software.
July 28, 2017
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Software
Food processors plan to increase level of automation in the next 3-5 years
According to recent survey from PMMI Business Intelligence, increases in automation ranked number-one for more than half of food processors planning operational process improvements in the next three to five years. Cost savings and labor reduction were cited by a third of respondents.
July 18, 2017
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IIoT
New standards could push optimization to cloud-based MES
Food and beverage companies have deep-sixed new plant construction and focused on optimization for the last 10 years. The next step may be real-time optimization via cloud-based MES systems.
June 27, 2017
The ISA-95 working group is identifying common manufacturing events in the MES layer and is pointing to 20 to 30 common operation events in the new Part 9 of the ISA-95 standard.
Facilities, Design & Infrastructure
The role of CMMS in predictive maintenance
As industry moves from reactive to proactive to predictive maintenance, computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) retains a critical role in the process.
June 16, 2017
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Software
Dairy plant optimization reveals multiple approaches
Dairy producers come in many sizes, but tighter enterprise integration to plant assets is one way to optimize the “milk standardization” process.
May 16, 2017
Fonterra Dairy’s Dennington facility moved from a batch to a predictive control approach and reduced protein giveaway by 49%.
Software
Safety controllers include PROFINET communication
Simplify the management of complex safety systems
April 27, 2017
Banner Safety Controller
IIoT
Putting IIoT to Work for Remote Services
Tetra Pak is expanding its service offering with cloud-based condition monitoring, predictive analytics and augmented reality for on-site maintenance of equipment.
April 20, 2017
Putting IIoT to Work for Remote Services
Software
Autonomous instruments: Beyond smart controls
You’ve heard of smart instruments, but in the next generation, controls will be self-directed and able to head off problems—no operator needed. One problem: Will we trust autonomous instruments?
April 17, 2017
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