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New PMMI Report Reveals Sustainability Is Reshaping Equipment Requirements Across the Packaging and Processing Industry
PACK EXPO International 2026 offers a one-stop destination for companies seeking sustainable packaging and processing solutions.
July 6, 2026

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Processing News Roundup June 15: Reshaping F&B Cooling, Whey Protein Shortage, Building a Future-Ready Plant
See what's new in food and beverage processing with this quick roundup of topics, including how refrigeration and freezing are changing, a whey protein shortage and its impact on processors, and a podcast on building a future-ready plant.
June 15, 2026
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How Ammonia, COâ‚‚, and Nitrogen Are Reshaping Food & Beverage Cooling
As food processors rethink cooling from the ground up, ammonia, COâ‚‚, and nitrogen technologies are each carving out distinct roles in faster, smarter, and more sustainable refrigeration systems.
June 5, 2026
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Royal Avebe Unlocks Electrification Gains Without Grid Expansion
Cooperative partners with Schneider Electric on a holistic approach that combines electrification with advanced digital control and real-time energy intelligence.
May 18, 2026
Royal Avebe implemented an integrated energy and automation strategy that delivered measurable sustainability and operational benefits without requiring additional grid capacity at its Foxhol facility.
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Processing at interpack 2026: Hybrid Baking Tech, Food Waste Reduction, and AI Adoption Trends
Join our team for a look at the "baked-in" sustainability at interpack 2026, including a power-flexible oven solution and a more accurate way to determine food spoilage, plus what we learned about AI adoption rates and use cases.
May 14, 2026
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DrinkPAK Scales High-Speed Beverage Production with Integrated Siemens Automation
DrinkPAK is leveraging Siemens’ integrated automation and energy systems to scale high-speed beverage production while boosting efficiency, reliability, and sustainability across its growing U.S. network.
May 13, 2026
DrinkPAK’s Fort Worth, Texas, facility integrated Siemens' automation and energy management technologies to support high-speed beverage production, real-time operational visibility, and scalable manufacturing efficiency.
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A Three-Minute Primer in CIP Optimization
Thinking CIP optimization for your beverage operation? Read this quick primer first.
May 7, 2026
Megan Malvey from Ecolab walks through best practices for CIP optimization at the 2026 edition of ISBT's BevTech in Arlington, Texas.
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Global Sustainability Expectations Are Reshaping U.S. Food and Beverage Supply Chains
U.S. food and beverage supply chains are evolving in response to emerging international sustainability expectations and compliance conditions across global markets.
May 6, 2026
Food and beverage manufacturers rely on integrated data to meet U.S. and EU standards for safety, traceability, and environmental reporting.
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Plant-Based Protein Market Could Reach Nearly $50 Billion by 2036
The plant-based protein market could more than double in the next ten years due to demand for functional protein and protein-enriched food and beverage formats, Future Market Insights predicts.
April 28, 2026
Protein isolates are the most popular form of plant-based protein in 2026, used in products like beverages, nutrition powders, and engineered foods.
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OMAC Releases New PackML Implementation Guide – Sustainability
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OMAC's guide provides a standardized framework to help automation professionals track energy consumption and integrate sustainability metrics into machine operations.
April 8, 2026
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Vicinity Software
Vicinity Software offers scalable technology to formula-based manufacturers in the chemical, food, and brewing markets.
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Scaling Upcycled Ingredients in Food Manufacturing: Challenges and Solutions
Upcycled ingredients are more sustainable and support a circular economy where resource efficiency is improved.
January 19, 2026
Moisture control is crucial, and byproducts must meet a defined moisture target before they can be upcycled to ensure consistent finished product moisture.
Podcasts
Through the Line Podcast: Japanese Fungus Enhances Protein Processing
Nosh.bio—a Berlin-based food technology company who focuses on producing cost-effective, nutritious, and sustainable products—is specializing in alternative protein is using koji. The Japanese fungus will help achieve a reduced carbon footprint, save energy, and improve product quality.
January 14, 2026
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Snapsil Systems to Showcase Ultra-Light Portion-Control Packaging at PACK EXPO 2025
Snapsil Systems to launch ultra-light portion-control packaging— which reduces plastic waste and helps companies increase profits— in Booth SU-37096.
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