ui eBook | Introducing the 2024 Moisture Meters Guide By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500 Moisture management can make or break a flooring installation. But with countless moisture meters on the market, how do you choose the right tool for your projects? Floor Trends & Installation has published a comprehensive guide that cuts through the confusion, helping flooring professionals select the ideal moisture meter for their specific needs. Full Article
ui Construction Spending on Nonresidential Building Projects Dips 4% in September By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500 The Dodge Construction Network reports that nonresidential building projects decreased 4.2% in September. Full Article
ui Küberit Showcases New Profile Selection Process, Sample Acquisition and Specification Support By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Feb 2023 07:30:00 -0500 Küberit USA will debut its new integrated process for profile selection, sample acquisiiton, and resources for specification support at this week’s TISE. Full Article
ui Versatrim Offers 60 Quick Ship Colors in 7 Trim Profiles By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400 Versatrim's new Quick Ship program offers seven trim profiles in 60 stock colors ready to ship next business day with no minimums. Full Article
ui 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
ui 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
ui How Prestage Foods of Iowa built a state-of-the-art pork processing plant By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -0500 Producing more than 1.4 billion pounds of pork and turkey annually, the Prestage Farms family of companies employs more than 2,700 associates and is affiliated with more than 470 farm families across the U.S. Full Article
ui Marson Foods Opens $35M Commercial Bakery, D.C. in St. Louis County By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:30:00 -0400 The modern distribution facility includes 12,000 sq. ft. of fully automated freezer capacity, end-to-end research and development capabilities, automated production lines to increase sales capacity, and space for five additional production lines. Full Article
ui 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
ui How early can one disembark from an RC cruise in SJU? By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Sat, 09 Nov 2024 11:56:50 GMT This is a question for the experienced cruisers. My wife and I have taken many cruises out of San Juan and are planning another on RC this January. Flight options on arrival to the port after the cruise are limited to either early morning (8 am... Full Article Cruises
ui Novel “raslysation” technique works with non-clear/opaque liquids By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 UV sterilization technology works successfully in water treatment plants and HVAC systems, but milk and juices too? Full Article
ui 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
ui 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
ui Dot Foods acquires Morsum, an AI/ML food platform technology company By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Sun, 06 Mar 2022 14:36:00 -0500 Dot Foods, Inc., said to be North America’s largest food industry redistributor, has acquired Morsum, a food industry data and AI platform technology company. Full Article
ui Q.E.P. Announces the Acquisition of Two Companies By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Q.E.P. recently completed the acquisition of AC Products and Southern Cross Building Products. Full Article
ui Stauf Adhesives Acquires AAT By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Stauf Adhesives has purchased Advanced Adhesives Technologies, a Georgia-based flooring adhesive manufacturer. Full Article
ui QuickDrain USA's SquareDrain Point Drain Combines Fashion and Function By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0500 QuickDrain USA, announced the arrival of the SquareDrain point drain – an extension of the QuickDrain total shower solution that reimagines how a drain should look and perform. Full Article
ui Stratas Foods to Acquire AAK Foodservice Facility By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 11:12:00 -0400 Stratas Foods says the addition of AAK Foodservice Hillside aligns with its long-term growth objectives, particularly within the value-added oils, dressings, sauces and mayonnaise categories. Full Article
ui Minerva Foods Acquires Slaughtering and Deboning Plants from Marfig By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:21:00 -0400 Minerva Foods will have the capacity to slaughter 22,336 head a day in 21 plants in the Brazilian market. Full Article
ui Hershey Acquires Sour Strips Brand By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:13:00 -0500 Founded in 2019 by social media personality Maxx Chewning, Sour Strips combine shockingly sour flavors with innovative branding. Full Article
ui Industrial Physics Acquires Torus Group By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:24:00 -0400 This move supports Industrial Physics’ growth strategy as laid out by Chief Executive Officer Barry Lyon, upon his appointment in July 2023. Full Article
ui Las Vegas hotels face lawsuit over inflated room rates By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 16:44:02 GMT Quite interesting lawsuit which can have far-reaching consequences, I hope. "At the heart of the lawsuit, Gibson et al. v. Cendyn Group, is the claim that several prominent hotels collaborated with Cendyn, a revenue management software provider,... Full Article Travel News
ui Bakeries to Record Significant Consumption of Dietary Fibers Amid Rising Preference for Fruit and Vegetable-Sourced Ingredients By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0400 The rapidly expanding worldwide population along with reduced nutrition awareness will increase the preference for natural food ingredients. Full Article
ui Greener Distilleries: Designing, Procuring and Building for an Eco-Friendly Future By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0400 Changing the way that distilleries use resources is a great start, but the increased market for spirits means that green techniques must be factored into initial facility designs, as companies aim to raise their production capacity. Full Article
ui Bunting-Newton Donates Equipment to Purdue University By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Jul 2023 10:45:00 -0400 The donation is for the validation and testing of extruded high moisture meat analogs. Full Article
ui C-Crete Technologies Gets Inaugural Concrete Pour in Seattle Building By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:14:00 -0400 The alternative to Portland cement produces almost no carbon dioxide in its manufacturing and absorbs CO2 from the air over time. Full Article
ui SAMBAZON Acquires SunOpta’s Açaí and Smoothie Bowls Business By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0400 The acquisition will double the company's manufacturing capacity for ready-to-eat bowls. Full Article
ui Better Juice Adapts Sugar Reduction Technology for Fruit Sorbets By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:17:00 -0400 Better Juice’s enzymatic technology is based on non-GMO microorganisms that naturally transform fruit juice’s composition of sucrose, glucose and fructose into prebiotic oligosaccharides and other non-digestible fibers. Full Article
ui Ruiz Foods Eyes Product Innovation and the Contentious Front-of-Pack Ingredient Discussion By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 At the IFT FIRST Conference, Mimi Bonnett of Innova Market Insights spotlighted the top food trends in the U.S. and Canada, while Michael Warter of Ruiz Foods delivered insights on machine learning and AI. Full Article
ui Upgrade Chilling Equipment to Industrial Heat Pumps By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Industrial heat pumps provide chilling and freezing, and reclaim the heat energy lost in chilling to save money on heating water for cooking and cleaning—but is retrofitting possible? Full Article
ui Grote Company Family of Brands Acquires SPI Automation By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 10:10:00 -0400 SPI will remain a standalone brand and continue to support its existing customers. Full Article
ui Louis Dreyfus Company Breaks Ground on Ohio Soybean Processing Facility By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:57:00 -0400 The new facility will boost the company’s presence in growing edible oil and animal feed markets, and will create opportunities in renewable energy feedstock markets. Full Article
ui Home Market Foods Expands Production into Newly Acquired Plant By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jul 2024 11:21:50 -0400 The expansion, in South Windsor, Conn., comes as part of the company's strategic plan to expand its production capabilities, innovate and meet strong demand for its meal solutions products. Full Article
ui Transom Capital-backed Artivo Surfaces Acquires Tom Duffy Company, Deal Expands Artivo’s Brand Portfolio and National Reach By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 16:45:00 -0400 Artivo Surfaces, the Transom Capital-backed parent company of Virginia Tile, Galleher, and Trinity Hardwood, is acquiring Tom Duffy Company, a strategic move that significantly strengthens Artivo’s position as a market leader in the tile and flooring industry. Full Article
ui Strong Demand Boosts Builder Confidence Despite Supply Chain Disruptions By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0400 Builders are getting increasingly concerned about affordability hurdles ahead for most buyers. Full Article
ui PepsiCo to Acquire Siete Foods for $1.2 billion By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:30:00 -0400 PepsiCo says the acquisition will complement its portfolio with the addition of an authentic, Mexican-American brand, while also growing its better-for-you food offerings. Full Article
ui Rising Demand for Natural Products Fuels Growth in Fruit Pulp and Puree Markets By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 09:32:43 -0400 The global fruit pulp market is expected to grow from $1.9 billion in 2024 to $2.8 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 5.4%. Full Article
ui Amass Brands Group Completes Majority Acquisition of Calirosa Tequila By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 09:03:35 -0400 The acquisition aligns seamlessly with Amass Brands Group's overarching strategy to expand its presence in key segments of the spirits market. Full Article
ui Anheuser-Busch Invests Additional $8M in Flagship St. Louis Brewery By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 09:57:55 -0400 Anheuser-Busch says it is dedicated to investing in its facilities to help create and sustain jobs and fuel economic growth in St. Louis and beyond. Full Article
ui Keurig Dr Pepper to Acquire Energy Drink Business GHOST By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 08:55:01 -0400 KDP will initially purchase a 60% stake in GHOST, which will be followed by the acquisition of the remaining 40% stake in 2028. Full Article
ui Traina Foods Acquires Martin Farms By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 08:42:46 -0400 Known for its range of sun-dried fruits including tomatoes, apricots, cherries and berries, Traina Foods is poised to expand its sun-dried tomato offerings. Full Article
ui BGO Cold Chain Acquires Miami Cold Storage Warehouse By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:07:01 -0500 Situated on 15 acres, the 178,000-sq.-ft. facility maintains 32-ft. clear heights, 29 loading docks, 236 parking spaces and 116,000 sq. ft. of freezer space. Full Article
ui New Quiet Edit Carpet Tile for Commercial Spaces from Tarkett By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400 The Quiet Edit carpet tile collection from Tarkett comes in four design options with a focus on sustainability. Full Article
ui Manhattan hotel with relatively quiet rooms By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:11:08 GMT I was born a light sleeper, so unfortunately, everything wakes me up. I lived in Manhattan for years so I know quiet is tough to find, even on high floors. I was hoping for relative quiet: maybe rooms facing the a brick wall in the back or at least... Full Article Luxury Hotels and Travel
ui Reliability assessment of progressive failure of a low rise framed building on weak soil-foundation interaction By academicjournals.org Published On :: Tue, 31 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0100 A 4-storey reinforced concrete framed buildings was modelled in 3-dimensional analysis with the same sections and loadings for both rigid and weak foundations respectively using ETABS and FORM5 Softwares in accordance with Euro code provisions. The weak foundation was initially analysed and designed as a fixed column-foundation joint and later re-analysed and redesigned as a hinged column-fo... Full Article
ui Evaluation and selection of the quality of internal doors for buildings using building information modeling building information modeling (BIM) By academicjournals.org Published On :: Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0100 The selection of building materials from various available alternatives is a critical process affected by many complicated factors. Every single element in a building has a specific function to perform. This necessitates a proper selection of material from the various available alternatives, which generally differ in their quality, performance, and cost. To make the most practical choice, th... Full Article
ui Learning to be (multi)national: Greek diasporic childhood re-memories of nationalism and nation-building in Australia. By ezproxy.scu.edu.au Published On :: Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Children's Geographies; 10/01/2021(AN 152966705); ISSN: 14733285Academic Search Premier Full Article AUSTRALIA DIASPORA ADULTS NATION building AUSTRALIANS NATIONALISM
ui Children's independent mobility licence and its association with the built and social environment: a study across neighbourhood typologies in Kolkata. By ezproxy.scu.edu.au Published On :: Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 Children's Geographies; 12/01/2021(AN 153655052); ISSN: 14733285Academic Search Premier Full Article KOLKATA (India) INDIA BUILT environment SOCIAL context NEIGHBORHOODS GENDER SOCIAL cohesion SCHOOL children
ui Placemaking with children and youth: participatory practices for planning sustainable communities: by Victoria Derr, Louise Chawla, and Mara Mintzer, New York: New Village Press, 2018, pp. 365. ISBN 9781613321003. By ezproxy.scu.edu.au Published On :: Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Children's Geographies; 02/01/2022(AN 154441561); ISSN: 14733285Academic Search Premier Full Article NEW York (State) YOUTH SUSTAINABLE communities SOCIAL learning
ui Intergenerational language practices, linguistic capital and place: the case of Greek-Cypriot Migrant Families in the UK. By ezproxy.scu.edu.au Published On :: Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Children's Geographies; 12/01/2022(AN 160715508); ISSN: 14733285Academic Search Premier Full Article UNITED Kingdom FOREIGN language education GREEK Cypriots IMMIGRANTS FAMILIES LANGUAGE ability ETHNICITY