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Barbara Harfmann

Barbara Harfmann, managing editor of Beverage Industry, visits beverage companies for cover stories and facility tours, and writes and edits for the magazine’s print and online components. She also represents the magazine at trade shows and events. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications and Public Relations from Illinois State University.

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Automation impacts forklifts’ data collection, efficiency

Increasing picking efficiency crucial for new forklift design

Barbara Harfmann

September 20, 2019

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With increasing automation, new technologies and burgeoning SKUs driving the beverage industry, forklifts now are being used to gather data and intelligence on productivity, cost management and output within warehouses.

Southern Glazers Wine and Spirits Executives.

2019 Wholesaler of the Year: Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits

Multi-family beverage distributor grows footprint by local execution

Barbara Harfmann

September 10, 2019

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It can be rare in the increasingly competitive wine and spirits world to get a fresh start, but that’s exactly what happened three years ago when two family owned, multigenerational mega distributors of alcohol beverages — Southern Wine & Spirits and Glazer’s — joined forces to become Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (SGWS).

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HPP leverages clean-label trends

Beverage industry represents about 23 percent of HPP products

Barbara Harfmann

September 9, 2019

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Food safety, health-and-wellness and clean-label trends are influencing more beverage-makers to invest in high-pressure processing (HPP) equipment.

Shrink and stretch wrappers optimize efficiency, protection

Suppliers release new equipment to provide higher throughput

Barbara Harfmann

September 3, 2019

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As beverage warehouses take on more SKUs and distribution centers consolidate, single-source centers must be equipped to handle high throughputs and mixed pallet scenarios. In turn, stretch wrapping equipment must ensure the product’s integrity.

Breweries, distilleries ‘go-to’ destinations to facilitate fan engagement

Bayou Rum distiller opens $8 million Barrel Library and Event Center

Barbara Harfmann

August 23, 2019

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To educate consumers about the brewing process or how handcrafted spirits are made, many breweries and distillers operate as “go-to” destinations complete with tours, taprooms, samples and merchandise.

AGVs maximize production, ROI for warehouses

Suppliers introduce new AGVs to beverage market

Barbara Harfmann

August 23, 2019

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Experts note that the interest and adoption of AGVs rapidly is accelerating in the face of a diminished labor pool and the fact that robotic lift trucks are designed to handle repetitive tasks while allowing labor to be redeployed to more value-added tasks.

Tampico Beverages celebrates 30th anniversary

Juice drinks brand releases zero-sugar option

Barbara Harfmann

August 16, 2019

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Celebrating its 30^th anniversary, Chicago-based Tampico Beverages has evolved since 1989 when it launched its first flavor: Citrus Punch. Today, the brand offers three lineups and 24 SKUs in its value-based, fruit-flavored punch drink portfolio.

Energy drinks continue steady growth

Hybrid RTD beverages containing caffeine, coffee flourish

Barbara Harfmann

August 9, 2019

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In response to consumers who want more “pep in their step,” the energy drinks and mixes category is maintaining steady double-digit growth.

IRI releases 2018 New Product Pacesetters

Gatorade Flow, Mountain Dew Ice top new beverage

Barbara Harfmann

July 25, 2019

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The most successful brands emphasize wellness, indulgence and convenience.

Diverse, lighter beverages help consumers cool off

Dunkin’ offers Frozen Lemonade, Iced Tea Lemonade

Barbara Harfmann

June 26, 2019

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When it comes to beverage choices in the hot summer months, consumers have a multitude of options to ensure they have a “blast” throughout the summer.

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Beverage Industry Magazine

2019 September

Beverage Industry’s September issue features our 2019 Wholesaler of the Year recognition to Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. This issue also features an up close look at the new Future Proof beverage alcohol company as well as a look into the coffee category within the past year. As usual, we rounded up the latest trends in products, packaging and ingredients.

Check back throughout the month for additional content.

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