FOOD ENGINEERING Podcast

Eric Henefield, director of traceability business at Omron, sits down with Editor-in-Chief Michael Costa to talk about how track-and-trace technology can help food processors forecast ingredients and maintain accurate production schedules in 2022, while improving supply chain management overall.

Kevin Otto, senior director of community engagement at GS1 US, joins the FOOD ENGINEERING podcast to discuss the future of blockchain for food processors in 2022, while taking a look back at how blockchain has evolved the past decade into a must-have traceability option for operators.

Jessica Bennett, operations manager at Bachelor Controls, sits down with Editor-in-Chief Michael Costa to discuss strategies for choosing a system integrator to maximize an operation’s automation and technology, and how system integrators can be vital assets to growing processors looking to scale up production.

Mary Emma Young, senior director of communications and strategic planning at The Pet Food Institute (PFI) joins Editor-in-Chief Michael Costa to discuss the use of upcycled ingredients and “ugly” produce in pet food formulations as a way to help fight food waste. 

FOOD ENGINEERING Editor-in-Chief Michael Costa sits down with Earl Arnold, global manager, food defense/FSMA at AIB International, to discuss the history of food defense in the U.S., and what current checks processors need to know if they use imported ingredients to comply with FDA regulations. 

Far too many compressed air systems operate below 50% system capacity. This podcast episode explores the issues with an oversized system, ways to identify if your system is operating below system capacity, and options to address the problem. Sponsored by Kaeser Compressors, Inc.

When manufacturing food products, dust is produced that poses three types of dangers - worker health problems, product cross-contamination and combustible dust explosions. This podcast will explain these hazards, the agencies that regulate them, and how facilities can best mitigate the risks to their employees and facility. Sponsored by Camfil Air Pollution Control

Food Engineering editor-in-chief Casey Laughman speaks with Ellen Davis, Executive Vice President of Industry Engagement, Consumer Brands Association, on the consumer trends shaping the future of the food and beverage industry.

In the August episode of the Food Engineering podcast, Editor-in-Chief Casey Laughman discusses the application of AI technologies with The Morning Star Company’s Saul Alarcon (L) and Javier Garrido.

Industry 4.0 is dramatically changing the way food and beverage manufacturing plants are managed. In this podcast, we explore the DNA of Industry 4.0, its potential for our enterprises, and even some of the pitfalls that may lie ahead. Sponsored by: Hixson Architecture & Engineering

In the July episode of the Food Engineering Podcast, Anthony Doss, VP of Engineering, Poultry, for Tyson Foods, shares insights on how to most effectively measure, apply and learn from OEE to ensure you’re hitting your performance goals. Sponsored by: Advanced Technology Services, Inc. (ATS)

In the June episode of the Food Engineering podcast, Duane Grassmann, corporate hygienist, Nestlé USA and Canada, shares insights on best practices in hygienic design, understanding how to evaluate your facility’s needs and implementing a process to ensure cleaning, sanitation, food safety and employee safety are all manageable goals. Sponsored by: Watson-Marlow Technology Group

Mark DiMaggio discusses the food production sector’s shifting landscape, pandemic challenges and Messer’s response to them. He details new markets, Messer innovations and how the company helps customers solve their production challenges.   Sponsored by: Messer Americas

Listeners will learn how using nitrogen and carbon dioxide improves food manufacturing processes and product quality. The podcast will explore the benefits of cryogenics, and factors involved in choosing between them. Food processors will gain a new perspective on improving their company’s efficiency and output... Sponsored by: Air Products

If you have old equipment, there is hope that you can keep what works and modernize it by pulling worthwhile information from it with instrumentation and controls.

Producing pet food can be difficult, but even more challenging is recovering from a safety recall. TOMRA advanced its technology into pet food - bringing a whole new safety level and peace-of-mind to the industry. This podcast looks at how technology can help you get the best possible product. Sponsored by: TOMRA

SideDrive’s Kevin Mauger explains how food-safe, side drive belt technology enables the most flexible, hygienic spiral and long run conveyors available for the food industry.  Sponsored by: SideDrive

In the April episode of the Food Engineering podcast, Editor-in-Chief Casey Laughman speaks with Art Sebastiano, CIO, Ken's Foods, on applying lessons from other industries as part of a digitalization strategy.

COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the selection of HVAC systems and filtration options. “HVAC Options for a Post-Pandemic Plant,” a podcast from Hixson’s Food Plant of the Future series, looks at the latest HVAC options that may minimize viral spread and protect employees.     Sponsored by: Hixson Architecture & Engineering

SunOpta expanded its Alexandria, Minn. facility to meet rising demand for oatbase, which the company produces for use in oat milk. In the March episode of the Food Engineering podcast, editor-in-chief Casey Laughman discusses SunOpta’s expansion and automation project with Bryan Clark, VP, R&D Plant Based Food and Beverages, SunOpta.

The alternative protein market continues to grow, with both start-ups and legacy companies looking for ways to claim a stake. In this installment of the Food Engineering podcast series, Editor-in-Chief Casey Laughman speaks with Kristie Middleton, VP of Business Development, Rebellyous Foods, to discuss how the market has grown and where it’s going.

Automation, artificial intelligence and robotics are becoming a staple of food and beverage processing, and the pet food market is no different. In this installment of the Food Engineering podcast series, Editor-in-Chief Casey Laughman speaks with Tyler Cundiff, President, Food and Beverage Market, Gray, and Greg Powers, VP of Solution Architecture, Gray Solutions, to discuss how pet food processo...

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has caused dramatic shifts in consumer behavior, but that doesn’t mean consumers are abandoning their desire for information about sustainability, quality and freshness, especially when it comes to produce. Food Engineering Editor-in-Chief Casey Laughman and Georgia-Pacific’s Liz Walsh, Director of Insights and Innovation, Packaging and Cellulose, discuss how consumer...

You know that food and beverage manufacturers must react with lightning speed to consumer demands for new experiences, healthier products, and most recently, huge fluctuations in demand due to world challenges. Digitalization is the secret to overcome these demand challenges and prepare for future opportunities. Davide Picciotto, Siemens Digital Enterprise Industry Director for CP&R, discusses...

Speaker: Brian King, Owner and President of A M KingFood processing and distribution operations are being severely impacted by COVID-19. Facilities are suspending operations to protect employees while the food chain is being jeopardized. Companies must develop new strategies for operating at full production while ensuring the health and safety of their workforces. Sponsored by: A M King