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Cold chain solutions adapt to meet companies’ needs

Snack and bakery companies seek new and updated cold chain solutions.

March 18, 2022

The cold chain is essential for snack and bakery companies that produce perishable products, as the temperature of these products must be monitored throughout the distribution process.

StairMaster renovation safety treads for modernization and restoration of stairs and landings

February 16, 2022

Wooster Products' StairMaster safety renovation treads provide sure footing on interior and exterior stairs and landings.

Snack and bakery facilities search for best air handling equipment

During the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s essential to have the right air handling equipment in your facility.

Liz Parker Kuhn

November 29, 2021

Now more than ever, in the midst of a global pandemic, it is imperative for companies to have stringent maintenance and sanitation protocols, prioritizing employee safety. Luckily, many companies are upping their game, and even installing new maintenance and employee relief areas.

Cooling and freezing technologies for better cold-chain logistics

Available equipment for developing snacks and baked goods for refrigerated or frozen distribution bring strong efficiencies.

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

October 20, 2021

According to the April 2021 "Cold Chain Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report" from Grand View Research, the global cold chain market size was valued at $210.5 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 14.8 percent from 2021 to 2028.

Food safety software in the snack and bakery industry: Changes and updates

Snack and bakery companies seek new features in food safety software.

Liz Parker Kuhn

September 29, 2021

Every facility needs a food safety plan, and that includes food safety software related to traceability. This software will come in handy whenever a company needs to trace a certain ingredient or product, due to recalls or other reasons.

Cloud kitchen bakery opportunities

Cloud kitchen technology brings new delivery-only, direct-to-consumer opportunities to baking.

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

August 17, 2021

Cloud kitchens, also known as ghost kitchens, present an emerging market opportunity for the baking industry. Multiple segments that intersect with baking show potential, including direct-to-consumer bakery click-and-collect or delivery of fresh breads, sweet goods, desserts, and novel concepts like automated dessert carry-out via vending

Applied Manufacturing Technologies releases R-Palletize, a configurable robotic palletizing station

R-Palletize, AMT’s configurable robotic palletizing station, provides a flexible robotic palletizing solution with an easy-to-use interface for changing material handling needs.

June 5, 2021

Applied Manufacturing Technologies has introduced a new product: R-Palletize, a flexible robotic palletizing station.

Advanced warehouse software solution for snack and bakery operations

The right warehouse software solution can do much to facilitate new efficiencies.

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

May 19, 2021

Warehouse management software (WMS) and other software and technology solutions for snack and bakery operations.

Distribution strategies to preserve product quality

The right distribution strategy helps position food companies for ongoing growth.

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

April 22, 2021

As history has proven in the baking industry, sometimes distribution can make or break a company. Through the years, direct-store delivery (DSD) routes have grown increasingly complex, as the market for drivers has become exponentially more competitive. Meanwhile, complete transparency and tracking of actionable data for analyzing productivity are increasingly standard industry features.

New technologies streamline delivery

Technology platforms to streamline food product delivery grow more sophisticated.

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

April 20, 2021

Efficiency is the name of the game across all aspects of the food industry. For snack and bakery companies managing varying degrees of their product distribution, including direct-store delivery (DSD) routes, streamlining operations can come in many forms, including new technologies.