Robotics

Chef Robotics and JBT Marel's Proseal Partner on Joint Solution for Meal Assembly

The joint solution combines Chef's AI focus and flexibility with Proseal's robust, high-quality tray sealing machines and packaging solutions to provide food manufacturers with a flexible end-to-end solution for their meal assembly and packaging needs.

October 1, 2025

Automation & Digital Transformation

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Equipment Bid Selection

Before attempting to source quotes to address project needs, ensure that all the relevant stakeholders are accounted for in the equipment need specification. Then split the requirements from the criteria for evaluation to make a list of absolute pass/fail requirements.

October 1, 2025

Automation & Digital Transformation

X-ray Detection Series Offers Imaging Plus AI Analysis

Eriez’ SenseGuard Systems combine high-definition imaging with AI-enhanced analysis to detect metallic and nonmetallic contaminants while also verifying fill levels, seal integrity, and missing components.

September 30, 2025

Robotics

Humanoid Robots in Packaging Part 3: An Integrator’s Viewpoint

An integrator describes what it would take for humanoid robots to be a viable automation option, and whether they have seen any interest in the technology among CPG customers, in part three of our series exploring humanoid robots in packaging and processing.

September 30, 2025

Automation & Digital Transformation

Humanoid Robots in Packaging Part 2: Cautious Curiosity Among CPGs

Some CPGs are evaluating humanoid robots as an automation solution, but interest isn’t translating to adoption quite yet in part two of this three-part series exploring the potential for humanoid robots in packaging and processing.

September 25, 2025

Automation & Digital Transformation

MRPeasy

September 23, 2025

Automation & Digital Transformation

Humanoid Robots in Packaging Part 1: Continuous Upgrades, Some Industry Adoption

Humanoid robot technology has advanced quickly since Packaging World first covered it in 2023. In the first of this three-part series revisiting humanoid robots as a potential packaging labor solution, we hear from suppliers about their latest advancements, industry deployments, and vision for the technology’s future.

September 16, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Training and Development in the Age of Automation

Automation isn’t replacing people; it’s freeing them. But for companies to realize the full benefits of this evolution, they must commit to one essential principle: continuous training and upskilling.

September 17, 2025

Inspection

KPM Analytics Launches New OEM Business Division to Advance AI Vision Inspection Integration Across the Global Food Industry

KPM Analytics

Division will support equipment manufacturers with AI-powered quality and food safety inspection technologies for baking, protein, confectionery, root crops, and other foods.

September 15, 2025

Robotics

Café Spice Transforms Production and Profitability with a RaaS Solution

The need to improve precision, throughput, and flexibility leads to an automated RaaS solution that offers greater profitability.

September 4, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Bridging the Generational Knowledge Gap

Companies must not only implement systems and programs that facilitate knowledge transfer but also create an environment where all employees feel valued and supported. Some strategies for this transfer are mentorship programs, digital documentation, and modern training technologies.

September 3, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Overwrapping and Modified Atmosphere Packaging Safeguard Meat Packs

Best Choice Meats has upgraded its packaging line with overwrapping and modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) systems, according to equipment supplier Ossid. The equipment investment aims to maintain customers' satisfaction by reducing leakage.

August 27, 2025

Robotics

Avoiding the Robot Hype Trap

There are some robots that are ready for work in F&B, but the hype that surrounds humanoid robots makes it tough to tell the difference between what’s real and what’s fantasy.

August 21, 2025