us New WoodHaven LVT Flooring from LX Hausys By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0400 The new WoodHaven LVT flooring from LX Hausys offers light hues and high-resolution design. Full Article
us Shaw Industries Names Seth Arnold Brand Leader of Coretec By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:45:00 -0400 Shaw Industries Group, Inc. announced that Seth Arnold has been named Brand Leader of Coretec. He will assume this new role on November 4, 2024. Full Article
us The Good Plastic Company Transforms Plastic Waste into Sustainable Architectural Materials—Including Flooring By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400 The Good Plastic Company is turning trash into treasure, giving old plastic a glamorous makeover. Full Article
us Industry Veterans Launch East Paragon Flooring By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Learn how Don Finkell, Emily Finkell, Carr Newton, and Jesse Xia launched East Paragon Flooring to bring the best in design, performance and value to the North American market. Full Article
us Shaw Industries to Invest Approximately $90 Million to Expand Domestic Manufacturing of Resilient Flooring By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 08:16:29 -0400 Shaw Industries is further enhancing its domestic resilient flooring manufacturing capabilities with a $90 million investment in Plant RP in Ringgold, Georgia, which makes SPC and LVT resilient flooring. This latest phase of investment will more than double the facility’s resilient flooring production capacity by 2026. Full Article
us LX Hausys Advances U.S. Sustainability Goals By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Building materials manufacturer LX Hausys has released its 2024 ESG Report, highlighting significant environmental progress at its Georgia facilities. Full Article
us Coronavirus upends life, work and the food and beverage industry By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0400 The coronavirus pandemic we’re dealing with has created a situation that is beyond anyone’s control. That means we adapt, adjust and make the best of it. Full Article
us Although coronavirus dominates the headlines, other safety concerns still matter By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 12 May 2020 09:00:00 -0400 Day-to-day operations are still the highest priority, even as food and beverage processors work to protect employees and contractors from coronavirus. Full Article
us What the COVID-19 pandemic can teach us about the internet By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jun 2020 09:30:00 -0400 When I was an electrical engineer building emergency wireless communications networks, I learned about the importance of having backups—sometimes the hard way, with a 3 a.m. phone call reporting a system is down and the backup system didn’t kick in. Full Article
us Food industry leaders added to editorial board By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0400 Food and beverage industry leaders join the Food Engineering Editorial Advisory Board to provide insights that inform coverage decisions. Full Article
us It’s been a strange year, but we have to find ways to be sustainable By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0400 Food and beverage manufacturers must keep looking for new ways to improve sustainability with water, energy and waste. Full Article
us The food processing industry needs automation to succeed By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Mar 2022 15:31:49 -0400 A long list of concerns continues to keep businesses in the food processing industry on their toes. Inflation. Supply chain issues. Hiring challenges. The pandemic. However, a connective thread runs through these four: automation. Full Article
us Mohawk Industries Names Paul De Cock as New President and COO in Leadership Transition By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 16:20:00 -0500 Mohawk Industries has announced key leadership changes as Chris Wellborn prepares to retire from his position as President and Chief Operating Officer in February 2024. Paul De Cock, currently serving as President of Flooring North America, will succeed Wellborn in the role. Ken Walma, an experienced manufacturing executive from Madison Air, will join Mohawk this month and take over De Cock's position as head of Flooring North America on February 1. Full Article
us New Multifamily Housing Showed Mixed Results in Third Quarter By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0500 Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing showed mixed results year-over-year in the third quarter, according to results from the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Full Article
us How To Use Flooring as a Design Tool in Open-Concept Spaces By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:30:00 -0500 Flooring choice is integral in defining a space, but what about open-concept spaces? Here, Anthony Espinoza, co-owner of Music City Improvements, shares a few tips to assist designers in preserving the flow of open-concept spaces. Full Article
us Sherwin-Williams High-Performance Flooring Decorative Epoxy Coatings for Moderate to High-Use Areas By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Sun, 22 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Sherwin-Williams High-Performance Flooring seamless flooring systems offers up durable, chemical resistant systems that cover a range of commercial applications, ranging from moderate to heavy use. Full Article
us Mohawk's SolidTech R Recycles Single-Use Plastic into High-Performance Resilient Flooring By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0400 SolidTech R is engineered with a unique stone recycled core, replacing all PVC with 100% recycled single-use plastic. Each square foot of SolidTech R contains the equivalent of 20 recycled water bottles. Additionally, every purchase of SolidTech R goes toward stopping ocean plastic in collaboration with Plastic Bank. Full Article
us Custom Drains and Accessories Now Available Through Infinity Drain, Launches Next Day Shipping Program By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 Infinity Drain now offers customization capabilities for its product lines, and it also offers Next Day Custom Linear Drains. Full Article
us Sherwin-Williams High-Performance Flooring for Heavy-Use Commercial Applications By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0400 Sherwin-Williams High-Performance Flooring seamless flooring systems offer durable, chemical-resistant systems for commercial applications with moderate to heavy use. Full Article
us Stardust Tile Collection Combines Neutrals with Vibrant Hues By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400 The ceramic mix and the surface of the tiles are enriched with small colored flakes, "stardust" that embellishes and strengthens the material. Full Article
us Water Stewardship as a Path to Better Performance and Sustainability By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Food and beverage processors have a significant responsibility to lead the way in water stewardship as challenges caused by water scarcity grow. Full Article
us Wastewater Management in the Food and Beverage Industry By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -0500 Treatment systems must demonstrate robust performance while handling both varying volumes and changing wastewater compositions. Full Article
us Top 100 Food and Beverage Company Highlights: #4 Anheuser-Busch InBev By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 AB InBev reported a strong performance in Q2 after organic revenue grew by 27.6% to $13.53 billion. Full Article
us Domotex 2023 Showcases Sustainability, Innovation and Color By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jan 2023 08:30:00 -0500 Floor Trends reports on the latest flooring technologies and sustainable initiatives from Domotex in Hannover, Germany. Full Article
us Versatrim's VersaCap Offers Custom, Matching, Flush Stair Treads By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0400 VersaCap is used to create custom, matching, flush stair treads and returns that perfectly compliment the floor plank to provide an elegant cohesive look. Full Article
us Design Custom Shower Installations with These Four Products By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0400 Shower installation and accessories technology for 2023 combines design elements, ease of installation and innovation in this roundup. Full Article
us Bolthouse Fresh Foods Revamps Corporate Logo, Debuts New Consumer Brand By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:14:00 -0400 Beyond its refreshed corporate logo, Bolthouse Fresh Foods is revealing its new consumer brand, Bolthouse Fresh, and packaging for its consumer-facing portfolio of fresh carrots and on-the-go snacking solutions. Full Article
us Lantana Foods Rebrands Hummus Line By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:06:00 -0400 Carving a niche for its distinct flavor combinations, the new packaging – which is fully recyclable – positions the brand's pairings as "Fusion Hummus" and features the brand's vibrant colors. Full Article
us USDA Releases Updated Guideline to Strengthen Substantiation of Animal-Raising and Environment-Related Claims on Meat and Poultry Labels By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 10:35:55 -0400 In the updated guideline, FSIS strongly encourages the use of third-party certification to substantiate animal-raising or environment-related claims. Full Article
us SÜDPACK, LEIBINGER Join Forces on Continuous Inkjet Inks for Recyclable Film Packaging By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 SÜDPACK and industrial printing specialist LEIBINGER have joined forces test the suitability of continuous inkjet (CIJ) inks for printing on recyclable films for packaging food that is sterilized following the packaging process. Full Article
us Partnership Puts Luminous Lager in Glow-In-The-Dark Cans By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:45:23 -0400 The 5.0% ABV lager comes in a 16-oz. glow-in-the-dark can designed to add a bit of fun for those using a festive hiking trail this fall and winter. Full Article
us Genecis Bioindustries Launches Mad Tea Brand with Compostable Pods By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Oct 2024 14:04:00 -0400 Mad Tea pods are fully compatible with Nespresso machines, allowing consumers to brew teas in under 30 seconds. Full Article
us Innovation, tradition make Sanders and Morley Candy Makers a fabulous food plant By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Oct 2017 09:00:00 -0400 Sanders and Morley Candy Makers, which first worked its way into the hearts of those who live in Michigan with factory tours for school kids, is beloved in its home state and is growing nationally. Full Article
us Hausbeck Pickle Co. produces pickles and peppers on a prodigious scale By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Oct 2017 09:00:00 -0400 Most people have likely never heard of The Hausbeck Pickle Co. in Saginaw, MI, but there’s a good chance they’ve had one of its pickles, banana peppers or jalapeños. Full Article
us Hispanic Cheese Makers' fabulous food plant sets the bar for reducing waste By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Dec 2018 08:45:00 -0500 What Hispanic Cheese Makers is doing with its wastewater and with its sustainability efforts overall makes it a model for producers looking for ways to be sustainable and good neighbors, and it’s why Hispanic Cheese Makers is being featured as a Fabulous Food Plant. Full Article
us Fabulous Food Plants: Design, build, succeed By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Aug 2019 09:00:00 -0400 These projects show that renovations and new facilities aren't just for the billion-dollar food and beverage processors. Small and medium-sized processors can benefit from properly scaled and engineered solutions too. Full Article
us FOOD ENGINEERING Announces Opening of 2024 Plant of the Year/Sustainable Plant of the Year Submissions By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0400 Plant of the Year entrants are automatically entered into the Sustainable Plant of the Year competition. All entries are due by December 29, 2023. Full Article
us These Food Plants are Fabulous for Very Different Reasons By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Conagra Brands’ ‘Green Jay’ and Graeter’s ice cream production facility take diverging paths for production, but both facilities meet the aims of their respective companies. Full Article
us Overcoming Adversity to Implement Sustainability By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 A project team undaunted by constant challenges comes through for an on-time delivery of Meati’s Mega Ranch, FOOD ENGINEERING’s 2024 Sustainable Plant of the Year. Full Article
us PepsiCo Beverages North America Opens New Warehouse And Distribution Center By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2024 12:42:28 -0400 PBNA tripled its local warehouse footprint with the relocation of its former downtown Nashville distribution warehouse facility. Full Article
us Frozen Dessert Maker Maintains Authenticity with In-house Processing By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Kaurina’s Kulfi could take shortcuts with its ‘Indian ice cream’ for more product and profit, but instead chooses a scaled up process first used in the family’s kitchen in order to stay true to the frozen treat’s heritage. Full Article
us Modular Spiral Belts Tailored for Various Applications By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:28:57 -0400 This program includes a range of modular spiral belts tailored for various applications, including cooling, chilling, freezing, proofing and steaming. Full Article
us GEA Debuts RAY Plus Freeze Dryers By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 09:49:00 -0400 The new RAY Plus series delivers benefits in terms of energy efficiency and hygiene, providing a more flexible and efficient solution for the food industry. Full Article
us QualiTru Sampling Systems Launches TruStream Drum Port By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:06:00 -0500 The TruStream Drum Port’s fully contained sampling system mitigates external contamination and exposure to air, maintaining product purity and quality. Full Article
us Cruise Focus Travel Insurance By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:27:54 GMT We are cruising several times a year plus at least a couple of trips to Florida each year. So far we've been buying insurance through the cruise lines but I know an annual plan would offer a better value. Would want trip cancellation coverage,... Full Article Cruises
us Make water conservation a part of your business By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 The United Nations estimates that the global demand for water will increase 20% to 30% by 2050 to meet the food needs of a projected population of 9.8 billion. Full Article
us Forever Oceans signs deal with Brazilian Government for offshore concession for sustainable seafood production By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:14:00 -0500 In Brazil, the company will ocean-raise Forever Oceans Amberjack, known locally as ‘Olho de Boi’ or Remeiro. This versatile finfish is praised for its taste, protein, nutrition and is rich in Omega-3. Full Article
us Log4j vulnerability: New IT/OT threat with lots of dangerous potential everywhere By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 : Just when IT and OT professionals were feeling a little more comfortable in preventing and tackling ransomware/malware attacks, now they have something new to worry about—and potentially just as insidious—the Log4j vulnerability. Full Article
us Increasing use in intelligent packing of fruits and vegetables to drive PBAT market By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 The global PBAT (polybutylene adipate terephthalate) market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.7% during the forecast period 2021 to 2031 with an end value of $2 billion, according to a report by Transparent Market Research. Fruit and vegetable intelligent packaging using PBAT-based biodegradable mulch films is used to reduce food waste. The films provide increased oxygen and water vapor transfer rates in fruit and vegetable bags. Full Article
us Sustainable lidding film for soft fruit By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Heat seal coating specialist Sappi Rockwell Solutions has launched a recyclable, lightweight, heat seal lidding film designed for the fresh produce market. Full Article