June 2018 Issue | Beverage Industry

Find out how Calif.-based ZICO is helping the coconut water category grow. Also in the June issue, is our Top 100 beverage companies of 2017, a craft beer supplement, articles on tea and flavor innovations in functional beverages. Read more!

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ZICO Coconut Water offers new entry points for consumers

Coconut water projected to be $1.5B industry by 2020

Jessica Jacobsen

June 28, 2018

As one of the category leaders within the coconut water market, ZICO has seen the evolution of the market and its consumer base.

Top 100 Beverage Companies of 2017

AB InBev sits comfortably in No. 1 spot

June 20, 2018

Beverage Industry releases its annual Top 100 list. The list reflects the top beverage companies based on 2017 fiscal year sales.

Flavorchem Chocolate Protein Drink - Beverage Industry

Healthy beverages tap mainstream flavors

Beverage-makers explore exotic, indulgent taste profiles

Jessica Jacobsen

June 22, 2018

Many newly developed beverages in today’s market have realized the benefits of hybrid formulations.

Mountain Mel's Essential Goods Herbal Teas - Beverage Industry

RTD teas, flavor options expand tea category

Tea category benefits from healthy halo

Barbara Harfmann

June 14, 2018

Ready-to-drink teas are driving growth in the tea category, particularly as consumers seek on-the-go convenience and healthier options.

Innovation, technology enhances vending channel

Vending companies advancing their machines to meet consumer needs

Taylor Karg

June 19, 2018

Because consumers are leaning toward healthier options, vending companies have had to adapt to the trend by offering an extensive variety of beverages.

Clean-label, non-GMO trends impact usage of hydrocolloids

Beverage-makers turn to hydrocolloids for sugar reduction

Barbara Harfmann

June 12, 2018

Hydrocolloids have shown how valuable they are in order to improve a beverage’s texture and mouthfeel, facilitate increased usage of protein, fiber and nutrients, and serve as “the glue” to provide consumers with the functional, healthy beverages they demand.

Fleet Management Practices - Beverage Industry

Tips to maximize fleets’ productivity

Fleet optimization plans can reduce asset counts, costs

Jeff Cioletti

June 25, 2018

A team might be delivering to more accounts with fewer miles and hours on the road, but are those vehicles spending enough hours on the road?

Verizon Connect Telematics Device - Beverage Industry

Route planning, customer service key to success of telematics

Telematics streamline product tracking, promote driver safety

Barbara Harfmann

June 25, 2018

Once an emerging technology, telematics and logistic support has dramatically increased in the past few years to keep pace with SKU proliferation, the need to move products faster, multiple deliveries and even last-minute deliveries that require immediate action, experts note.

Rendering of 7G Distributing's new office and warehouse - Beverage Industry

Space, automation drive new beverage facility needs

Distributor consolidation continues to impact warehouse operations

Jessica Jacobsen

June 25, 2018

Through new facility development, some beverage operators are dedicating their capital expenditure budget to the construction of new plants and offices.

Green Energy - Sun Chemical - Beverage Industry

Inks and coatings differentiate beverage brands

Thermochromic inks, special effects coatings help products stand out

June 19, 2018

The popular saying, “what matters most is on the inside,” might be the case for most things, but in the world of packaging, what is on the outside really does matter.

Brewpubs drive tourism, craft beer and food experimentation

Recipe experimentation, consumer connection pivotal to brewpub success

Barbara Harfmann

June 6, 2018

Brewpubs and taprooms have become meccas of innovation within the industry and are lifting tourism traffic and spending as consumers gather to watch a big game, relax with family and friends, and, of course, throw back a few refreshing craft beers.

Founders All Day IPA - Beverage Industry

Session IPAs offer potential to craft beer market

Light body profile acts as alternative to heavy, filling brews

Jessica Jacobsen

June 7, 2018

Within the craft beer market, seasonal brews and IPAs have shared the limelight. But lately, consumers and analysts are seeing another beer style take the spotlight: session IPAs.

New Belgium Brewing Company - Beverage Industry

Craft brewers work to minimalize environmental stress

Sustainability plays key role in modern breweries

Taylor Karg

June 11, 2018

As craft beer and brewing remain prevalent in the beverage market, the impact it has on the environment is just as significant.

Data firm shares insights on ginger, turmeric

Winter melon identified as top emerging flavor

Jessica Jacobsen

June 20, 2018

Through its portal Trendscope, Black Swan Data identifies, prioritizes and predicts trends using data science.

The art and science of whiskey distilling

Pennington Distilling releases RTD craft cocktails in cans

Barbara Harfmann

June 20, 2018

Taking pride in the art of making hand-crafted spirts, Nashville, Tenn.-based Pennington Distilling Co. has been crafting authentic, American-made vodkas, whiskies, ryes and cream liqueurs since its founding in 2011.

Beverage producers must assess plant’s capability, capacity

Product mix, filling speeds alter operations plans Keywords: beverage operations, filling machines, SKU proliferation, product evaluation, flexibility

John Peter Koss

June 25, 2018

Beverage manufactures should consider the bottom line, production capability and capacity, and marketing plans and forecasts in order to drive success.

Pneumatic Scale Angelus (PSA), a Barry-Wehmiller Co., introduced its new canning line for craft brewers: the CB100 - Beverage Industry

Pneumatic Scale releases filler-seamer combination

CB100 can filler offers variable speed range

June 25, 2018

The new machine is an update of the CB50 canning line filler-seamer combination that debuted last year at the Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo America.

Honeywell Intelligrated's TechSight - Beverage Industry

Honeywell Intelligrated launches augmented reality solution

TechSight features two-way audio and visual communication for troubleshooting

June 25, 2018

The maintenance solution leverages smart glasses and a videoconferencing platform to instantly connect on-site technicians with off-site Honeywell Intelligrated technical support experts, enabling live service instruction through two-way audio and visual communication, the company says.

Continental Tire's ContiPressureCheck Solo - Beverage Industry

Continental Tire unveils new monitoring system for trailers

ContiPressureCheck Solo detects low-tire pressure

June 25, 2018

The simple and low-maintenance solution for trailer tire monitoring notifies the driver of tire pressure issues in real-time while keeping the trailer system completely separate from the tractor.

JLT Computers launched new deployment technology

Services include HaaS/WaaS, project management tools

June 25, 2018

Aligned with the company’s strategy to increase business value, the technology will provide industry-leading deployment services and provide customers with a high-quality product, first-class service and support, it says.

Brennan Industries Versa hydraulic fittings - Beverage Industry

Brennan Industries expands lineup

Hydraulic fittings, adapters include Versa trucks and trailers

June 25, 2018

The new lineup includes fittings, tubing, clamps, accessories and other Department of Transportation products.

Robotics streamline eCommerce fulfillment

Smart navigation increases warehouse efficiency

June 25, 2018

The autonomous robot optimizes eCommerce fulfillment, reduces costs and improves the customer experience.

Siemens Industry Inc. Sinamics V20 Smart Access web server module - Beverage Industry

Siemens introduces Sinamics V20 Smart Access web server module

Module transforms mobile device or laptop into virtual operator manual

June 25, 2018

By providing a Wi-Fi hot spot, the wireless connection on the module facilitates setup, programming, commissioning, production monitoring and maintenance on a variety of machines and production equipment.

Tetra Pak USA unveiled Membrane Scope

New tool delivers membrane innovation

June 25, 2018

Tetra Pak USA recently unveiled Membrane Scope. The diagnostic tool delivers innovation in membrane filtration leak detection but decreases downtime and maintenance cost for spiral-wound membrane filtration systems, the company says.

Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Imgur recently launched Project Stardust - Beverage Industry

Beverage companies create campaigns to coincide with summer events

Beverage companies help consumers celebrate summer

June 20, 2018

Several beverage brands have announced new marketing campaigns and products.

Beverage brands release limited-edition packaging for summer

Brands unveil new bottles, labels

June 20, 2018

Beverage brands are debuting new and limited-edition packaging to get consumers ready for the summertime.

Last Drop - Taylor Karg - Beverage Industry

Beverage companies, consumers gear up for summer holidays

Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day, and the Fourth of July drive beverage sales

Taylor Karg

June 19, 2018

The simple things in life, like enjoying adult beverages and celebrating our nation’s holidays, have become synonomous with summer.

The Beverage Forum marks 25 years

June 19, 2018

To celebrate its silver anniversary, the two-day conference continued those traditions while tying into its theme of Embracing New Pathways for Growth.

On Demand In Beverage Industry’s annual State of the Industry: The Alcohol Beverage Market, analysts at S&D Insights LLC delve into these trends and how they’re shaping the industry.

In Beverage Industry’s annual State of the Industry: The Non-Alcohol Beverage Market, analysts at S&D Insights LLC provide an in-depth look at the past year and what the future holds for them in 2026.

Beverage Industry Magazine

2018 June

Cover Story

ZICO Coconut Water offers new entry points for consumers

Features

Top 100 Beverage Companies of 2017

Healthy beverages tap mainstream flavors

RTD teas, flavor options expand tea category

Innovation, technology enhances vending channel

Clean-label, non-GMO trends impact usage of hydrocolloids

Tips to maximize fleets’ productivity

Route planning, customer service key to success of telematics

Space, automation drive new beverage facility needs

Inks and coatings differentiate beverage brands

Brewpubs drive tourism, craft beer and food experimentation

Session IPAs offer potential to craft beer market

Craft brewers work to minimalize environmental stress

Columns

Data firm shares insights on ginger, turmeric

The art and science of whiskey distilling

Beverage producers must assess plant’s capability, capacity

Pneumatic Scale releases filler-seamer combination

Honeywell Intelligrated launches augmented reality solution

Continental Tire unveils new monitoring system for trailers

JLT Computers launched new deployment technology

Brennan Industries expands lineup

Robotics streamline eCommerce fulfillment

Siemens introduces Sinamics V20 Smart Access web server module

Tetra Pak USA unveiled Membrane Scope

Beverage companies create campaigns to coincide with summer events

Beverage brands release limited-edition packaging for summer

Beverage companies, consumers gear up for summer holidays

The Beverage Forum marks 25 years

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