I recently attended my first IBIE (International Bakery Industry Exposition) this past weekend, in Las Vegas, and it was definitely an interesting experience.

A wide variety of variables can help snack producers and bakers gain an edge on the competition.

A new TIP-TITE Sanitary Drum Dumper allows dust-free transfer of bulk materials from drums to downstream equipment, and rapid sanitizing between changeovers.

Mettler-Toledo Hi-Speed recently released the new Beltweigh XE checkweigher, an affordable yet rugged and reliable checkweigher with a compact footprint.

Cavanna Packaging Group, a global turnkey supplier of flow wrapping and secondary packaging systems for the food industry has announced its new Sanitary Design and Caustic Washdown flow wrapper and flow wrapping system.

In 1989, when La Brea Bakery opened its doors, it introduced Los Angeles to the sublime beauty of artisan bread. Fast-forward to 2016, and La Brea Bakery has grown into the largest baker of nationally distributed artisan breads in the U.S.—breads that still retain their original artisan allure.

If it seems like everywhere you turn, you are hearing more about grains—whole, ancient or sprouted—you are paying attention. You’re also witnessing a major food trend.

PACK EXPO International 2016, taking place at McCormick Place in Chicago on Nov. 6–9, will serve as a hub innovation across a wide range of industries. PACK EXPO International is North America’s largest processing and packaging event.

Advances in fleet management are being driven by routing and scheduling software linked to in-cab vehicle tracking equipment that streamlines the delivery process. These advances can help cut costs and better monitor delivery of products in a market where on-time delivery is crucial.