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People & Industry News

People & Industry News: November 2017

November 8, 2017

Announcements about new hires, staff promotions, association news, awards, mergers and acquisitions.

Manufacturing News

'Industry 4.0' network architecture relies on interconnectivity

Smart manufacturing technology allows for better collection, management of data

Wayne Labs

November 8, 2017

Plant networks are evolving toward "Industry 4.0," an architecture where everything is interconnected.

Digitizing the food and beverage work environment

The key to attracting more millennials to the manufacturing workforce could be employing more technology.

Debra Schug

November 6, 2017

With the increase of advanced automation in plants, the industry is largely struggling to find qualified, skilled laborers that can operate the equipment.

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence offers new strategies for manufacturers

AI can help processors optimize their sales strategy

Emily Hart

November 3, 2017

If you’ve ever visited one of Amazon’s bookstores, you probably had a shopping experience that didn’t include price tags. This is because rather than relying on a static price, the cost of Amazon’s merchandise changes in real time.

Phil Seng to keynote Meat Industry Hall of Fame "Class of 2017" induction ceremony

November 2, 2017

Philip M. Seng, the recently retired president and chief executive officer of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) and an inaugural member of the Meat Industry Hall of Fame, will deliver the keynote address during the Hall of Fame's Class of 2017 Induction Ceremony and Dinner.

Opinion

Opinion: What World Series chaos can teach food processors

When the unexpected happens, having a plan doesn't always help.

Casey Laughman

October 27, 2017

If you've been following the World Series, then you know that Game 2 started out as a tense, well-pitched game, then devolved into complete and utter insanity by the time it was all said and done.

Mars Wrigley relaunches caffeine gum years after FDA push back

The candy company is relaunching Alert Caffeine Gum, with plans to stock it in the energy aisle.

Crystal Lindell

October 26, 2017

The candy maker originally planned to launch its Alert Caffeine Gum — which provides 40 mg. of caffeine, or about the same amount as a half a cup of coffee — at the Sweets and Snacks Expo in May 2013.

Honeysuckle White, Cargill launch farmer-specific turkey traceability

Company uses first-to-market blockchain solution that allows consumers to see which farmer raised each turkey.

Crystal Lindell

October 26, 2017

This Thanksgiving, consumers will be able to trace Honeysuckle White brand turkeys from a family farm to their table.

Packaging

New Mentos gum packs feature VELCRO brand closures

First confectionery brand in North America to use PRESS-LOK

Crystal Lindell

October 26, 2017

Mentos’ new Pure Fresh Gum Wallet Packs feature the VELCRO Brand Press-Lok closure system, which has a thin profile so consumers can easily fit the small package into their pocket or handbag.