Inventory control is an important part of a supplier’s day-to-day operations for snack production and bakeries.

The Pally combines the mobility of a dolly with the functionality of a static pallet.

Traditional bin picking applications pose issues for automation because of variability in the size, shape and orientation of products within a bin.

Warehouse automation has evolved significantly in recent years to a level where warehouse execution systems (WES) are now available to streamline material flow and order picking. These systems offer bakeries and snack producers a better way to store and ship goods to market.

Barry Callebaut has announced a new project with SAP on a groundbreaking data management tool. 

Efficient cold-chain management is vital to bakers and snack producers, as consumers demand products that are fresh and government regulations require food producers to ensure food safety. Product traceability is another factor impacting this area.

The Pally from Orbis Corp. combines the mobility of a dolly with the functionality of a static pallet.

Ingredient traceability is a growing compliance challenge for bakers and snack producers. Statistics show that the number of food-safety recalls has risen rapidly in recent years, and recalls are becoming more costly. Product recalls can cost companies millions of dollars, and damage to the brand’s reputation can impact sales potential for years to come. For companies impacted by recalls—including through potential ingredient contamination—rapid responsiveness is key to minimizing their impact.

Yale Materials Handling Corp. says its new robotic lift truck technology can help deliver improved productivity and dependability, while reducing total cost of operations.

Flexibility, adaptability and a small footprint are just some of the features robotic stackers and loaders can bring to bakeries and snack manufacturing facilities.