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Hinds-Bock injecting depositors

Injecting depositors are available for sweet goods such as donuts, muffins, cupcakes and parfait cups.




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Hinds-Bock fully automatic batter and injecting line

This specialized line is another custom production line in the Hinds-Bock family of equipment offered to the Baking and Food Processing Industries.




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Urschel MicroAdjustable slicing head

Urschel has long offered targeted cutting solutions to the global community of leading food processors—adapting to the requirements of individual applications and continuing to grow in the company's engineering and manufacturing expertise through each endeavor.




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Small businesses across America join California Raisin Marketing Board to celebrate National Raisin Day

It’s National Raisin Day and the California Raisin Marketing Board has announced partnerships with small businesses across the country who are bringing baked goods featuring California Raisins to consumers.




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Brothers All Natural freeze-dried Fuji Apple and Mango Fruit Crisps

Brothers All Natural is excited to announce the launch of its 1-oz. Freeze-Dried Fuji Apple and Mango Fruit Crisps. 




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GNT launches Non-GMO Project Verified range of clean-label EXBERRY color concentrates

Based on the concept of coloring food with food, EXBERRY colors are clean-label concentrates made from non-GMO fruits, vegetables and plants using physical processing methods.




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Middleby acquires equipment manufacturer JC Ford

Founded in 1945, JC Ford is based in Columbia, TN, and has $70 million in annual revenues.




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Videojet expands case, carton coding capabilities

Videojet 2380 large character system now employs up to four printheads to print on multiple sides of cases and cartons.




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Papa Johns taps Jenna Bromberg as chief marketing officer

Bromberg's return to the pizza industry marks a full-circle moment, building on her previous experience as director of core brand marketing at Pizza Hut.




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J.M. Smucker opens new Uncrustables facility in Alabama

The thaw-and-eat sandwich brand has grown from a $12 million property to about $800 million in annual sales, according to the company.




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Sir Jim Walker of Walker's Shortbread's receives American Scottish award

The foundation’s award is intended to salute Sir Walker for both his work in furthering relations between the two countries, and for the company’s U.S. growth.




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MECATHERM and ABI LTD join forces to launch MECABAGEL, a production line specially designed for bagels

MECATHERM has joined forces with ABI LTD to launch MECABAGEL, an industrial production solution for bagels that is unmatched on the market.




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State of the Industry 2023: Consumers buying bread for in-home enjoyment

As recovery from the pandemic continues, U.S. consumers are slowly making their way back to the real world—which includes dining out at restaurants with friends and family and grabbing lunch at fast-food and quick-serve eateries near the office.




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BetterBrand launches limited-edition Zedd x Jalapeno Cheddar Better Bagel

The low-carb producer has partnered with the Grammy-winning DJ on its new flavor.




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Grain Foods Foundation names Stephanie Ludlum deputy executive director of project management

The organization advocates for incorporating various grains as part of a healthy diet.




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International Molasses powdered sweetener made from fresh-squeezed cane juice

International Molasses (IM) has introduced CaneRite Panela, an all-natural, free-flowing powder sweetener made from the freshly squeezed juice of the entire sugar cane plant.




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Beneo, Puratos join with beet sugar producer on climate project

The suppliers are uniting to launch a sustainable farming initiative.




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Feel Good Foods launches Jalapeno Bites at Costco

Feel Good Foods, a gluten-free frozen comfort food brand, has announced availability of its Jalapeno Bites, now available at Costco stores in the Bay Area.




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Cookie market: Enjoying gluten-free treats

It’s Celiac Awareness month, so we explore Enjoy Life Foods, the first bakery to gain gluten-free certification from the Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO). In business 12 years, Enjoy Life’s mission is to make great-tasting, allergy-free, gluten-free cookies, bars and grab-and-go foods that nearly everyone can ‘eat freely’ without worry.




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The J. Skinner difference

Although the James Skinner Baking Co., Omaha, NE, maintains a highly diversified bakery business, its core ethos stems from the elegant, deceptively simple notion of 100 layers.




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State of the Industry Report—Jerky: Meaty Considerations

When it comes to the Olympics, most people prefer some sports over others. The same holds true for consumers when it comes to snack foods.




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Gourmet flavors beef up beef jerky

Marketers of beef jerky, a favorite of truckers and a staple at gas-station checkouts, want it to be a healthier snack. Makers of the spicy, salty dried treat find that consumers can accept turkey versions and are now stepping up sales with moister, tastier and fancier dried-meat products, some in flavors such as Basil Citrus and Lemon Garlic.




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Snack Food Today: January 2013

Rudolph Foods’ Second Annual Pork Rind Appreciation Day campaign will culminate on the biggest football day of the year 




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Cracker Jack’D Protein Mix

Cracker Jack’D, a Frito-Lay brand, has added a protein-packed snack mix to its product line—Cracker Jack’D Protein Mix.




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HANTEMP Controls adjustable float level switch

HANTEMP Controls Stainless Steel Float-Switch line has expanded to include the new SSLLA adjustable Float Switch.




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Tool Tips: Removing a lead poured joint

Tool Tips—October 2018




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Johnson Controls GRINNELL G-Fire One-Bolt Coupling

The Johnson Controls GRINNELL G-Fire One-Bolt Coupling features a single-bolt design that eliminates alternate tightening.




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The risks of adjustable pressure relief valves

Pressure relief valves protect fire sprinkler system components by relieving excess system pressure from supply surges or temperature changes. Since the 2010 edition, NFPA 13: “Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems” has required pressure relief valves to be installed on all wet pipe fire sprinkler systems. But picking the correct relief valve for a specific system does need a little preplanning.




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CallRail and ServiceTitan join forces to help contractors drive high-quality lead conversions

The integration will allow mutual customers to access valuable information about their prospects and customers. The integration will ensure that the complete customer journey, from lead to job, is all captured within the ServiceTitan dashboard.




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PM Profile: Nexstar Network's Julian Scadden

In August, Nexstar Network announced Julian Scadden would replace Jack Tester as president and CEO, effective Nov. 1. Plumbing & Mechanical Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke recently chatted with Scadden about his background and leadership goals for the organization.




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PM Profile: Mr. Rooter’s Doyle James

While 2020 has been a year of uncertainty for most businesses, Mr. Rooter Plumbing is celebrating its 50th anniversary by adding more franchises to its lineup. 




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PM Profile: Johnson Controls invests in workforce development

Johnson Controls celebrated National Skilled Trades Day by confirming a second cohort of schools receiving funding as part of its Community College Partnership Program. Last year, Johnson Controls agreed to fund $15 million over the span of five years to help support the community college’s HVAC, fire, security and digital academic programs.




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PM Profile: Meet PHCC’s new President Joe Cornetta

This month, PHCC — National Association President to Dave Frame, owner of Bob Frame Plumbing Services, South Bend, Indiana will pass the torch Joe Cornetta, third-generation co-owner of Elmont, New York-based Cornetta Bros.




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John Siegenthaler: Picking winners

The U.S. geothermal heat pump industry was breaking out the champagne on Feb. 9, 2018.  That’s the day President Donald Trump signed the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018, a bill that boosted government spending by hundreds of billions of dollars.




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Jay Egg and Kristy Egg: What the IRA provides for geothermal technologies

In 2009 under President Barack Obama, the economic stimulus package of 2009 was signed into law. Egg Geo was a regional engineering and contracting company in the southeastern United States with robust business in our central Florida offices.




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PEXa plumbing system provides long-lasting toughness in dairy barn project

Dairy farming is vital for rural communities and household nutrition. Durable materials like REHAU PEXa plumbing systems are essential for dairy barn construction. Three WRC dairy barn projects feature these systems.




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4 things you must do to justify a higher price

In every market, some companies offer low-priced products, while others offer high-priced premium products. If you want to justify a higher price, here are four things you must do.




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6 groups every plumber should join

Plumbers are typically independent and work alone from a service truck, but there are significant benefits to joining groups. These can include learning from peers and expanding your customer base. Consider joining these six groups as a plumber.




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Junkyard ruminations from a hydronic heating contractor

Junkyards are one of those forgotten places we in the heating business must visit on occasion.




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John Siegenthaler: What I look for

I've had lots of opportunities to review plans for pending hydronic heating systems. I've also been on "forensic" visits to sites with improperly performing systems. Of the two, I much prefer plan review over forensics.




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John Siegenthaler: Game changer

With systems dating back into the 1800s, hydronic heating has been around a long time. As with many technologies, a modern hydronic heating system bears little resemblance to one based on the earliest design techniques and hardware.




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ASA joins appeal on DOE rule to change showerhead water-flow limit

The American Supply Association (ASA) recently joined the Alliance for Water Efficiency in its appeal to the United States Department of Energy related to allowable flow-rate changes for multi-head showers, and the subsequent negative affects it will have on business operations for ASA members, as well as overall negative water-efficiency consequences that will result.




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Create mobile workstations using smart upfitting solutions to maximize jobsite efficiency

Efficient fleet management is essential for plumbing and HVAC contractors looking to optimize operations and improve service. Customizing fleet vehicles to meet specific company needs is a key strategy. Modern upfitting now includes advanced technology and ergonomic designs, creating mobile workstations that boost efficiency on job sites.




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Jobsite oddities

Last week, we did a simple oil to gas steam boiler replacement. The customer (Mike) has been a family friend of my parents for more than 60 years. Mike’s grandfather built the house back in the 1920s. The home is currently occupied by Mike’s daughter and her two teenage grandchildren.




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There has never been a better time to join the RPA

There has never been a better time to be part of the RPA. If you are not a member, you should join.




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The PR Week: 8.15.2024 - Jano Cabrera, General Mills

General Mills’ chief communications officer talks about what he’s most looking forward to as chair of the next PRWeek U.S. Awards.




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The PR Week: 9.5.2024 - Jeff Hahn, Hahn Marketing & Communications

Jeff Hahn joins the podcast to talk about his firm’s unique Austin, Texas-based culture, surviving his own crisis and much more.




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John Siegenthaler: Don't forget about ventilation

As residential building codes and energy conservation standards continue to evolve, many are requiring proof of high quality air sealing.




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John Siegenthaler: Purging principles

Nearly all closed-loop hydronic heating and cooling systems are supposed to be filled with water or a mixture of water and antifreeze. The only intentional air in the system is that contained in the expansion tank.




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John Siegenthaler: Heat recovery helper

As building codes and programs such as Energy Star and Passive House require higher degrees of air sealing in new construction, the use of heat recovery ventilation (HRV) is increasing.