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BENEO receives FDA certification for fiber ingredients

Orafti chicory root classified as dietary fiber

June 15, 2018

Beneo-Orafti SA, a subsidiary of Südzucker Group, Germany, announced it has officially received FDA approval for two of its dietary fibers: Orafti Inulin and Oligofructose.

Technology, healthier options drive vending industry

Consumer engagement, connectivity impact vending

Barbara Harfmann

June 12, 2017

In response to consumers seeking healthier options, vending machines now stock a broader food and beverage portfolio along with the “smart” technological solutions like Apple Pay and Google Pay. On-machine signage also is helping consumers to better evaluate their choices.

Vacuum Barrier Corp. announces retirement of Ed Hanlon

Vice president of sales to retire Dec. 30

November 30, 2016

Vacuum Barrier Corp., Woburn, Mass., announced that Vice President of Sales Ed Hanlon will retire on Dec. 30.

Martini releases ice cube-shaped smart device

Smart Cube uses Bluetooth technology to communicate to bartenders

September 6, 2016

Hamilton, Bermuda-based Bacardi Ltd. announced the release of Smart Cube technology from Martini. The traditional ice cube-shaped device can be added to a drink in addition to regular, square ice cubes.

Training vital as technology advances in beverage operations

Packaging, processing operations see automation growth

John Peter Koss

May 16, 2016

Technological changes in beverage processes, machinery and manufacturing methods constantly are evolving into new or different designs, improved methods and procedures, faster and more flexible configurations, cost-effective projects, and in response to consumer preferences or agency regulations.

Medea Vodka offers interactive packaging with Bluetooth technology

Bottle now features customizable LED message band

January 15, 2016

Medea Vodka, the spirit with a customizable LED message band on the bottle, now is lighting up the aisles with new Bluetooth-equipped bottles.

SMS technology supports supply chain sustainability

Small-scale farmers utilize technology to communicate throughout supply chain

Amy Barthorpe

January 15, 2016

Small-scale farmers are a vital link in global supply chains, producing more than 70 percent of the world’s food. Anyone whose supply chains include smallholder farmers will know that many challenges can emerge in communicating and driving sustainability at a producer level.

New two-year program certifies food and beverage industry technicians

Food Industry Technician Development program launches in Chicago, Missouri

Barbara Harfmann

November 16, 2015

Although the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report from August notes that the unemployment rate is down to 5.1 percent, the job market has its share of challenges.

Green Flash Brewing employs ERP system

Cloud-based system allows craft brewer to focus on beer production

August 14, 2015

To this day, Mike and Lisa Hinckley, founders of San Diego-based craft brewery Green Flash Brewing Co. take every measure they can to keep their beer-first philosophy at the heart of all they do.