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Microsoft & CISPE reach settlement on cloud licensing dispute, raising industry eyebrows

The deal reportedly totals around 20 million euros but excludes major players like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud Platform. This has drawn criticism from both the companies.




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Navigating the Multi-Cloud Era: Larry Ellison’s Vision for the Future

At CloudWorld 2024, Larry Ellison highlighted Oracle's strategy to enhance security and efficiency through AI-powered autonomous databases and multi-cloud integration. He emphasized the importance of biometric authentication and Oracle’s expanding partnership with AWS to improve data management and performance.




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143: Apple Vision Pro: Experiencing the Future

Myke got to try out the Apple Vision Pro – in an exclusive hands-on experience at Apple Park. On this episode, he recounts his entire experience to Grey and talks about what it could mean for the future of computing.




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152: Apple Vision Pro: The Future is Here




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Vision technology helps bakers see the future

Food manufacturers around the globe need to ensure that quality standards are met—whether they have one manufacturing location or dozens.




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Bunting completes acquisition of MagDev

On October 12, 2021, Bunting officially acquired MagDev Ltd, a UK-based magnet and magnetic assembly manufacturer.




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Cognex In-Sight 2800 series vision system

Automates error detection in minutes, no programming experience required.




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WIPOTEC-OCS debuts metal detection-checkweigher-vision module

WIPOTEC-OCS recently debuted a groundbreaking multi-function metal detection-checkweigher-vision module.




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Antares Vision Group releases 'All-in-One' series of inspection solutions for food applications

New series provides single-machine in-line inspection and quality control through a broad array of combinable technologies.





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Eastern Standard Provisions expands its retail reach across the U.S.

The producer, specializing in soft pretzels and waffles, now sells at 2,700+ stores.




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The Invisible Chef to launch baking mixes at Winter Fancy Food Show

Jill McCauley and Terry Howard, the founders of The Invisible Chef, are expanding their baking mix collection with the launch of new Baking Kits at the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas.




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Top trends influencing global cuisines

Flavorchem reveals top trends influencing global cuisine that inspired the launch of its latest collection.




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La Brea Bakery debuts Cinnamon Raisin Loaf at Kroger banner stores

Developed in partnership with Kroger, the new loaf launched on September 7 in stores.




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ADM completes Eaststarch acquisition

The acquisition will enable Archer Daniels Midland to continue to diversity its global footprint.




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Ingredion completes Penford acquisition

Penford’s expertise in potato starch, nonstarch texturizers and green solutions are expected to expand Ingredion’s capabilities to address consumer trends.




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Hardee's brings back Cinnamon 'N' Raisin Biscuits

Hardee's is offering the biscuits all day long in packs of one, two, or four.




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Hostess Brands joins children's food and beverage advertising initiative with pledge to not advertise to children

Company commits to not engage in advertising primarily directed to children under age 13.




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Tate & Lyle completes acquisition of dietary fiber business in China

Tate & Lyle PLC has announced that it has today completed the acquisition of Quantum Hi-Tech (Guangdong) Biological Co., Ltd (Quantum), a prebiotic dietary fiber business located in China.




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Unifiller Uni-X precision extruder

Unifiller has unveiled its most versatile cookie dough depositor machine to date, the Uni-X Extruder.




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Dividers, depositors, rounders need versatility, precision, capacity

Snack and bakery customers in the market for dough-handling equipment like dividers, depositors, and rounders are looking for versatility, greater precision, higher capacity, longer maintenance intervals, adjustability of qualities like width and weight, and machines that can handle natural, clean-label, and gluten-free products.




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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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Sun-Maid Tropical Punch and Peach raisins

Sun-Maid Growers of California is expanding its snacking portfolio with the addition of two new trendy and summertime fruity flavor favorites: Tropical Punch and Peach.




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New report identifies California Raisins as a plant-based fat replacer in baked goods

The California Raisin Marketing Board has released a new white paper spotlighting the functional benefits and opportunities for California-grown raisins and raisin ingredients as a fat replacer in baked goods.




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Wake-N-Bagel launches new flavor, Raisin-Cinnamon

The mother/daughter duo behind Little Shop of Bagels first launched Wake-N-Bagel at the last Winter Fancy Food Show in 2020, and have brought a new flavor to the line up of their innovative frozen thaw-and-bake bagels.




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Addressing rising wheat and gluten prices

Bakery strategies to help mitigate supply-chain and pricing challenges.




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Sustainability cues and consumer food decisions

“Sustainability” means different things to different people.




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Surprisingly sweet and savory

Potato chips and chocolate? Snack manufacturers and bakeries are experimenting with unique combinations to satisfy consumers’ desire for a snack with the perfect sweet-savory blend.




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Gen Z wants technology, and skilled trades are rising to the challenge

The current U.S. workforce is comprised of four generations: Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. But there’s one generation in particular that the skilled trades have their eyes on right now: Gen Z.




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PM Profile: Behind the NIBCO-Matco-Norca acquisition

On Feb. 1, NIBCO announced it acquired Matco-Norca and its subsidiary SVF Flow Controls.
NIBCO Chairman Rex Martin stated, “This acquisition supports our strategic long-range goal of growth through acquisition, expanding our market reach and providing customers with access to a broader portfolio of products.This is an extraordinary time in NIBCO’s evolving history.”




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Kenny Chapman: Decision fatigue dragging you down?

When faced with decisions, we humans are wired to seek out patterns to help make our choices. However, when we're faced with countless decisions — many of which do not offer a pattern to follow — we tend to develop what's called "decision fatigue."




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Balancing data-driven decisions with human emotion

The service industry needs both data and emotion. Emotional intelligence is crucial to balance them. Strive to understand the 'why' behind the numbers, promote emotional intelligence, pilot programs, open feedback channels, and keep an eye on the long game.




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Water Wisdom: Disinfection byproducts in drinking water

Disinfection byproducts (DBP) are becoming a matter of renewed concern in the regulatory and scientific world. It is necessary for all of us to understand the reasons and facts behind such new activity in this field. 




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eBook | Emerging Trends Addressing the Global Water Crisis

Check out the ways in which these companies are getting involved, making changes and learn how you can too.




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Rising tide: Water reuse systems gain momentum as sustainable solutions take root

Water scarcity is a growing issue globally. Some regions are adopting water reuse and rainwater capture solutions. Onsite water reuse can help save money, reduce water demands, and manage stormwater flows. With onsite water reuse, you can reuse up to 95% of a building's wastewater.




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Point-of-use water disinfection: a necessary public health solution

Point-of-use (POU) water disinfection isn't just about public health; it's also an essential engineering strategy in modern water systems, tackling waterborne diseases by ensuring safe drinking water directly at the point of consumption.




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PHCC awards its highest honor to Keith Bienvenu of Louisiana




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PHCC’s Plumbing Contractor of the Year Awarded to Vincent “Trey” Giglio III of Louisiana

Giglio is a dedicated member of PHCC of Louisiana’s leadership, currently serving as president-elect after more than a decade of work on the chapter’s Board of Directors




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The home improvement market is rising

Luxury bathrooms and kitchens have evolved, and the home improvement market is booming with IT-connected products. People want to control their heating, kitchen appliances, and plumbing products through apps.





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SupplyOne Expands Beyond U.S. with Acquisition of Crownhill Packaging

Customer segments serviced by Toronto-based Crownhill include public sector agencies, industrial products, consumer goods and e-commerce.




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Cascades Debuts Fresh GUARD EnVision™ for Complete Egg Packaging Solution

Both attractive and sturdy, this eco-designed packaging offers robust protection while opening impactful visual possibilities. Its sleeve openings and high-quality printing area break the mold of the traditional format.




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Meyers Acquires Johnson Printing and Packaging Corporation via Asset Acquisition

Strategic move underscores Meyers’ commitment to expanding its footprint in the folding cartons sector.




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The benefits of strategic buying decisions

When a plumbing contracting company wants to grow, it can expand its geographic area by opening a new location, adding a new trade, or buying out another business.





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New optrel Crystal2.0 welding helmet revolutionizes welders’ vision and clarity before, during, and after welding

Today, optrel, a leading manufacturer of active eye protection products, introduced its new crystal2.0 welding helmet with Crystal 2.0 Lens Technology (CLT2.0) — representing a quantum leap forward in optical clarity for welders before, during, and after welding.




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COVID-19 safety concerns lead to rising OSHA whistleblower complaints

There have been some unsettling reports recently of large increases in the number of whistleblower complaints to OSHA related to COVID-19.




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White Paper | High-Visibility Safety Apparel and the Updated ANSI/ISEA 107-2015

In 1998, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report, 413 workers were struck and killed by vehicles. That was “the highest number in the 7-year period that the fatality census has been compiled.”1 Without a standard in place, the numbers were steadily rising.




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Bastian Rottenberg appointed CEO of Würth MRO, Safety and Metalworking Division




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Safeguarding the invisible workforce

Advanced gas detection and safety monitoring solutions emerge as indispensable tools in safeguarding lone workers.




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Is your high-density storage compromising worker safety?

This strategy increases the value of each square foot with customizable racks, but do the pros outweigh the cons?




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The black hole lead crisis: Do you know where your leads are?

Like many of the readers of this article, for more than 25 years now I have been working with and struggling with sales leads.




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Plan your expo visits with online tools, floorplan

With more than 500 exhibitors showing their products and services at the ASSE Professional Development Conference & Exposition, it’s not a bad idea to plan your itinerary in advance, so you won’t miss something you really want to see.