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Brother Mobile Solutions launches PocketJet 8 Series

New product series provides faster, higher quality print and simple, untangled connectivity to simplify the portable, full-page thermal printing process.




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Sustainability and robotic innovations in warehouse equipment

Bakery and snack warehouse operations have little room for error when it comes to delivering fresh goods to market.




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Traceability software for snack and bakery companies

Traceability is an important facet of warehouses, especially for snack and bakery companies.




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Treehouse Almonds, The Almond Project Partners receive New Hope Regeneration and Sustainability Award

The Regeneration and Sustainability Award honors trailblazing work by Treehouse California Almonds and The Almond Project partners to advance sustainable farming methods in California’s almond industry.




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OFI: Nut inclusions offer snack and bakery producers ‘playground of possibilities’

A leader from Olam Food Ingredients shares tips for incorporating nuts into recipes.




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Case Study: Clif Bar adds RFgen mobile inventory solution

Growing food manufacturer rapidly adds mobile inventory solution to harmonize business systems and enhance productivity, traceability and sustainability.




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Fats and oils provide functionality, nutrition, and sustainability

Fat and oils are important functional ingredients that can also impact the nutritional profile in snack and bakery products. 




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Case Study: Multi-Conveyor high-speed curve control for food tray stability

In this case study, Multi-Conveyor recently built a massive system for a globally-recognized food manufacturer.




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Customers of belts, conveyors look for automation, cleanability, performance

Companies that make belts, conveyors, and associated equipment like motors have a wide array of customers in the snack food and wholesale bakery industries, because every food production facility relies heavily on these technologies throughout their processes.




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Flexicon releases Mobile Sanitary IBC Unloading and Conveying System

A new Flexicon Mobile Sanitary IBC Unloading and Conveying System transfers contamination-sensitive bulk solid materials from Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) to downstream processes, dust-free.  




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Sternchemie's new lecithin product opens up numerous application possibilities

Sternchemie has released its new SternPur S DH 50, a hydrolyzed, de-oiled sunflower lecithin ideal for new applications.




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Tate & Lyle CLARIA EVERLAST line of clean label starches for freeze/thaw stability

Tate & Lyle, a global provider of food and beverage ingredients and solutions, has announced the most recent addition to its line of CLARIA Clean Label Starches with the introduction of CLARIA EVERLAST.




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Stabilizer solutions deliver cleaner labels and healthier alternatives

Stabilizers such as thickeners, hydrocolloids, gums, and starches are a category of ingredients that many are probably not familiar with, yet they help create the desired texture, mouthfeel, and sensory characteristics of the product.




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Snack and bakery brands support sustainability inside and out

Lest anyone think that the pandemic pressed "pause" on campaigns for corporate sustainability, think again. If anything, COVID-19 reminded consumers, and the snack and bakery sectors, just how interconnected we are, whether we’re selecting suppliers, expanding production, or packing a protein bar into our gym bags.




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Traceability technologies for food industry regulatory compliance

Traceability takes a top spot in modern food industry food safety strategies, following every aspect of the supply chain through manufacturing and to the point of consumer purchase.




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Hershey introduces new products, retail capabilities

The company introduced new confectionery and snack products at Sweets & Snacks Expo this week, plus new AR and image recognition technology.




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Snack and bakery packaging materials offer better sustainability and extended shelf life

Advances in packaging materials continue to extend shelf life, while adding convenience and freshness to bakery and snack goods. Innovations in modified-atmosphere packaging (MAP), microbial-inhibiting film, and the use of cellulose nanocrystals are helping to push the envelope.




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New and updated laminators and sheeters provide flexibility and convenience features

Ease of cleaning, maintenance and access, as well as the ability to produce a wider variety of items, are among the top desires of companies looking to purchase dough laminators and sheeters for production of snack foods and baked goods.




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New dough laminators and sheeters offer advances in product flexibility

Dough comes in many styles, and today's laminators and sheeters need to accommodate an increasing range of requirements.




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GS1 webinar series to showcase traceability best practices

Global Food Traceability Center's Blake Harris to share traceability best practices as part of GS1 Supply Chain webinar series.




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Handtmann Bakery expands sales and technology capabilities

Handtmann has announced the appointment of Christian Strohm and Sean Gorman to bakery sales specialist positions in Canada and the U.S.




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New extrusion equipment offers better hygiene, speed and flexibility

Hygienic design, quicker changeovers, reduction of maintenance time, improved cooling ability and the modularity and flexibility to run more-diverse products-sometimes with exotic raw materials that need gentler processing-are the top-of-mind issues for customers of extrusion equipment.




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Snack and bakery extrusion companies seek flexibility, better sanitation

Flexibility, greater sanitation, gentle handling of ingredients, quicker changeovers, more precise weight control, and the ability to make products with healthier ingredients are top of mind features and benefits for snack and bakery customers of extrusion equipment and technology.




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Cleanability, flexibility, remote support top interests for extruder customers

Snack and bakery companies looking at new or improve extrusion equipment to create puffed and popped snacks, bakery items like nutrition bars, and other types of SKUs have features and benefits like cleanability, flexibility, and remote support high on their list of considerations, according to companies that make extrusion equipment.




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AI-based inspection system brings profitability to potato processors

The SiftAI Smart Table from Smart Vision Works, a KPM Analytics brand, promises better contaminant detection and product grading.  




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Expanded pizza production capabilities

According to SF&WB's 2019 State of the Industry analysis, the frozen retail pizza segment increased by 4.8 percent from 2018 to 2019 and has hit $5.0 billion in annual retail sales, per IRI.




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Charles Ross & Son Co. mobile inline rotor/stator homogenizers for efficient high shear mixing

ROSS inline high shear mixers from 1 through 250 HP accelerate mixing, emulsification and homogenization in both recirculation and continuous modes.




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Automation, scalability, integration sought for dividers, depositors, and rounders

Snack food and wholesale bakery manufacturers in the market for dividers, depositors and rounders have a long list of considerations. These include automation, reliability, scalability, integration, flexibility, communication, customization, ease of maintenance and sanitation, and different packaging capabilities, according to companies that produce such machines.




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Fruits add flavor and flexibility in snack and bakery products

Fruits can add a pop of color, flavor, and texture to snack and bakery products, but with consumers being more mindful of health and wellness, the use of fruits has expanded beyond the traditional uses. 




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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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Bakers and snack makers seek ovens and proofers with advanced capabilities

When selecting ovens and proofers, labor savings and remote monitoring are at the top of bakers and snack makers lists.




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Soozy's Grain-Free announces availability of breads and bagels in Whole Foods Market stores nationwide

Soozy’s Grain-Free has officially announced the availability of its bread and bagel product lines.




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State of the Industry 2022: Fresh bread category stabilizes with segments of growth

State of the Industry analysis of the fresh bread category, including sandwich and loaf bread products, bagels, and English muffins.




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Grains appeal to producers looking for nutritional and sustainability benefits

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recognize grains as an important part of a healthy eating pattern. Grain foods provide dietary fiber as well as essential vitamins (i.e., folate, thiamine, niacin, vitamin B6, riboflavin, and vitamin A) and minerals (i.e., iron, zinc, manganese, copper, magnesium, phosphorous, and selenium).




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OFI names Roel van Poppel to the position of chief sustainability officer

van Poppel will lead the food solutions firm in its efforts to improve its environmental impact.




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Bob's Red Mill partners with Ridwell on sustainability program

Bob's Red Mill bags are now recyclable through Ridwell, a recycling service that will pick up multi-layer plastic bags right from consumer's doorsteps.




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Mars partners on food supply chain sustainability initiative

Along with Unreasonable Group, the snack producer will drive toward Net Zero by 2050.




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Grupo Bimbo receives recognition for its sustainability actions

For the second consecutive year, Grupo Bimbo received recognition for its actions to mitigate the effects of climate change at a global level.




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Mars out to ‘push the boundaries’ in supply chain sustainability

The company's three-year initiative puts forth ambitious sustainability goals.




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GNT announces sustainability strides on Exberry colors

The company reportedly has achieved significant carbon cuts on the plant-based line.




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US Foods releases 2023 Sustainability Report

The report details momentum across the company's three strategic focus areas: products, people, and planet.




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Producers continue advancing sustainability goals

The IBIE organizers name SF&WB sponsors of BEST in Baking for another show cycle.




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Fancypants whips up cookies with quality and sustainability in mind

The woman-founded brand features premium ingredients and upcycled flour.




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Sustainability cues and consumer food decisions

“Sustainability” means different things to different people.




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Improved flexibility and sanitation in updated griddles and fryers

Quick changeovers, smaller products, sanitation needs, oil quality and temperature control are all top-of-mind for customers of griddle and fryer equipment used for key snack and bakery applications, including doughnuts and frozen breakfast products like waffles and pancakes, as well as fried snack items, like chips.




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Fryer customers focus on flexibility, adaptability, energy efficiency

Other priorities include frying more than one product concurrently, handling both older and newer snack and bakery formulations.




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PM Profile: Talking software trends with Sera Systems' Billy Stevens

Plumbing & Mechanical Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke had a chance to sit down with Billy Stevens, founder and CEO of Sera Systems, a subscription software provider for the home service industry, to discuss current trends with contractor software.




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Cogeneration puts New York college on the leading edge of sustainability

Finger Lakes Community College (FLCC) has served upstate New York for more than 50 years. 




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Propane and solar energy: How using both can improve sustainability and comfort

Hybrid systems that run on propane and solar can be tailored to a project’s unique needs, providing lower first costs and reduced ongoing energy costs and emissions.




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Flowing forward: commercial pumps embrace sustainability for a greener future

With the world's focus on sustainability growing, plumbing engineers play a crucial role in adopting eco-friendly solutions. A major trend in commercial pump technology is the drive for efficiency and energy conservation. Find out how manufacturers are addressing environmental concerns and high energy costs.