Casey Laughman

Tech Update: Freezing and Cooling

Efficient freezing, cooling need not sacrifice performance

Careful planning, consistent operations can ensure processors strike a balance between performance and engery conservation

Casey Laughman

March 9, 2017

By developing an overall strategy for equipment and operations, processors can balance performance and efficiency in a way that meets both goals.

Sustainable Winemaking

GE pilot project uses recycled rainwater for wine production

University of California Davis, Winesecrets also on board with project

Casey Laughman

March 3, 2017

A pilot project in California is using captured rainwater to supply wash water for winemaking, saving thousands of gallons of freshwater per day.

Hostess Liquidation

Hostess assets, real estate to be liquidated

Sale to include equipment from 2012 liquidation

Casey Laughman

March 1, 2017

The remaining assets and factories of the original Hostess Brands will be auctioned off throughout the month of March.

Regulations

The role of regulations

Regulations need to be managed, not eliminated

Casey Laughman

February 28, 2017

One of the interesting things I have learned in my short time with Food Engineering is just how much of a role regulations play in the commercial food manufacturing market.

Food Processing

Report: Processing equipment market to reach $72 billion by 2022

Asia-Pacific region expected to drive much of growth

Casey Laughman

February 27, 2017

A new report projects the global food processing equipment market to reach $72.27 billion by the year 2022.

Regulatory Rollback

Food safety regulations among those targeted for removal

List includes food labeling, FSMA compliance and serving size guidance

Casey Laughman

February 15, 2017

A proposed list of federal regulations to be eliminated includes several food safety and information guidelines.

State-of-the art technology boosts efficiency, sales for rice processor La Suerte

Philippines’ La Suerte finalizes complete upgrade of milling equipment

Casey Laughman

February 14, 2017

Company decides to significantly invest in its plant in Isabela to meet growing demand.

Whistleblower lawsuit

Whistleblower files retaliation lawsuit against Mead Johnson

Former global compliance director alleges improper termination

Casey Laughman

February 13, 2017

A former employee of Mead Johnson Nutrition has filed a lawsuit claiming she was improperly terminated for raising safety and compliance issues.

Healthy Food

Study: Flavonoids important component to weight management

Research shows flavonoid-heavy foods can help control body weight

Casey Laughman

February 13, 2017

A new study shows that fruits and vegetables that are high in flavonoids can help manage body weight and cut down on abdominal fat.

ProFood Tech

ProFood Tech offers complimentary access to ProMat and Automate

Combination of three shows offers comprehensive look at food and beverage supply chain

Casey Laughman

February 6, 2017

Attendees of the inaugural ProFood Tech food and beverage show will also receive access to the ProMat and Automate expos, ProFood Tech organizers have announced.