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Case Study: Heidelberg Bread protects its brand with inspection tech

An equipment update is helping to bring the artisan bread company into the modern age.





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Smith’s Snackfood opts for Flexicon bulk handling system

The Aussie snack producer, a unit of PepsiCo, is the maker of Twisties, Burger Rings, Parker’s pretzels, and other brands.




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Mariani opts for Key Technology optical sorter for fruit processing

The newly installed equipment is rated to sort up to 20,000 lbs of product per hour.




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Outlaw Snax bites into operational improvements with Matrix equipment

Rapid growth of the snack brand called for an upgrade in its packaging technology.




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Case Study: Crown Bakeries' employee-focused, design-build renovation

After acquiring Crown Bakeries and its Smyrna, GA facility, private equity firm Arbor Investments sought the expertise of Stellar’s Food & Beverage team to design and build an upgraded, state-of-the-art 200,000-square-foot processing facility.




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UK potato chip brand Burts Snacks forges long-term partnership with tna

The snack producer has turned to the food technology firm to boost production.




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Corn Nuts roasting and packaging facility harnesses the power of the sun

The Hormel-owned snack brand has installed solar panels to boosts its sustainability.




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Andersen and Sons safeguards their nut products with x-ray inspection tech

The family-run business uses Mettler-Toledo Safeline systems to detect foreign matter.




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tna Solutions aids Mister Bee Potato Chips in increasing production capacity by 400%

tna completely redesigned and optimized the company’s manufacturing site in Parkersburg, West Virginia, achieving a 400% capacity increase. 




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Bob’s Red Mill updates palletizing with Universal Robots cobot

The producer’s UR20 cobot reportedly keeps up with its demanding production pace.




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Case study: Triton Innovation helps commercial bakery

Triton Innovation, LLC’s expertise in manufacturing and supplying equipment for a broad range of food handling and processing applications caught the attention of a commercial bakery.




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Sutherland Packaging installs high-speed HP digital press

The snack and bakery packaging company has installed an HP Pagewide C550 unit.




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Triangle Packaging Company celebrates reaching 100-year mark

The snack and bakery packaging tech provider is a founding member of PMMI.




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Great American Packaging debuts OneEarth packaging product line

The flexible packaging product line is focused on meeting consumer demand for a healthier, more sustainable future with No PFAS Added, Compostable, and Recyclable packaging options.




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PMMI: increasing standards compliance elevates safety

A packaging industry expert shares good practices lead to across-the-board benefits.




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PMMI announces Technology Excellence Awards finalists ahead of PACK EXPO

Attendees can vote on the awards during the packaging show, Sept. 11–13 in Las Vegas.




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Theegarten-Pactec to present packaging solutions at iba 2023

The supplier develops and manufactures tailor-made packaging machines for small-sized confectionery and snacks, used by manufacturers around the globe. 




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Delkor Systems shares automation perspective on NBC Nightly News segment

A leader from the company discussed automated tech and ongoing labor challenges.




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Automated packaging tech helps streamline snack and bakery operations

Bakery and snack producers are creating a wide range of products to meet consumer demand; they also are being called on to do more with less.




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Bedford twist tie obtains recycling accreditation

To recycle, consumers simply insert or reattach the twist tie to a bread bag that is qualified for store drop-off before placing it in the bin.




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PACK EXPO Las Vegas spotlights packaging, processing advances for snack and bakery

When shopping for packaging materials and technology, a snack or bakery pro can’t just drive down to the nearest mall or log onto Amazon to have something delivered to their front door. 




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Robotics are gaining popularity in snack and bakery applications

An expert from Quest shares the benefits of automated tech in food packaging.




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Theegarten-Pactec to present packaging solutions for confectionery industry at ProSweets Cologne

At Stand G020 H029 in Hall 10.1, the Dresden-based company will be showcasing its FPH5 flow-wrapping machine, which will demonstrate how sugar-coated chewing gum is packaged at a speed of 4,000 products/minute.




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Primera introduces AP380 Label Applicator

The unit applies labels to round and cylindrical containers at high speeds.




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UK's KP Snacks reduces packaging tonnage, use of plastic

Company announces additional investment in flow wrap equipment to reduce plastic packaging across three of its popular brands.




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Signode introduces LDX-RTB Premier case sealer

The semi-automatic unit is designed to offer flexibility and high speeds.




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BW Flexible Systems launches Hayssen R300 flow wrapper

The machine, debuting at PACK EXPO East, is suited for a range of baked goods.




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Junkless debuts redesign, first-ever marketing campaign

Chewy granola bar brand debuts new packaging, launches new flavor, and announces new distribution.




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FPA reveals winners of student packaging design challenge

This year’s first winner was a team of students from the University of Wisconsin–Stout, and the second-place winner was a team of students from the California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly).




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Technology can alleviate supply chain headaches: PMMI

The right technology can help snack and bakery professionals avoid or minimize supply chain challenges.




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PACK EXPO 2024 delivers access to packaging and processing advances

PACK EXPO 2024 offers snack and bakery pros the chance to dive into the latest packaging and processing solutions




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Packaging solutions help snack company crack into long-term success: case study

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, in business for more than a century, relies upon the company's packaging technology in its nut processing and packaging operations.




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Packaging innovation can cut snack and bakery labor costs

Snack and bakery producers can harness advanced packaging tech to save costs and streamline operations.




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Signode unveils BXT4 plastic strapping tool

The handheld device can be used to secure cartons and other items in various packaging environments.




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Hain Celestial sells Thinsters brand to J&J Snack Foods

The better-for-you line of cookies is made without corn syrup or peanuts.




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ChipMonk Baking reveals its recipe for BFY innovation

A founder of the baked snack brand talks about its origins, growth, and future.




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Ghost elevates breakfast game with high-protein cereal

Ghost, a lifestyle brand of sports nutrition products, energy drinks, and more, is entering the food category with a high-protein cereal line that was built in partnership with General Mills.




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Fiber One releases 'zero-guilt,' low-sugar doughnuts

General Mills' Fiber One, the brand known for macro-friendly bars and brownies, has released its latest innovation to help consumers stay on track: Fiber One Donuts.




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Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream founder debuts better-for-you bars

The bars, composed of over 12 unique plants, at least six super fibers, and one fermented fiber, are designed to create and maintain a balanced microbiome and utilize upcycled fruit trimmings to create a healthy and sustainable product.




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Partake founder on pioneering the BFY cookie space

The leader of the brand discusses its early days, innovation, and connecting with Target.




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Ice cream entrepreneur launches cool BFY bar brand

The founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams has launched a line of snack bars.




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CVS launches Well Market BFY foods and beverages

The private-label line features a range of nutritious yet tempting snack options.




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Sola introduces new bread products

The launches include Kids Bread, Rolls, and two Classic Bread items.




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Yogurt-based mixes show the lighter side of breakfast

Heavenly Waffles aims to give morning meals tastier BFY options.




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Equii Complete Protein Breads hit Hy-Vee shelves

The products are now being sold at 88 retail locations around the Midwest.




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B.T.R. Nation launches co-branded superfood bar

The B.T.R. x Blue Bottle Spiced Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Superfood Protein Bar can be found at all Blue Bottle Coffee locations nationally.




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Effective egg replacers can help BFY bakery success: Beneo

An expert from the ingredients supplier discusses the call for healthy indulgence.




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Vermont Smoke & Cure innovates in meat snack space

A representative from the producer discusses consumer cravings and company history.




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Fresh Hemp Foods acquires BFY snack brand The Humble Seed

The purchased company offers a line of seed-based, better-for-you crackers.




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Snacks from the Sea hopes to make waves with consumers

Made from kelp, the new snack promises an ocean of flavor and health benefits.