Even though physical distancing is one of the most common hurdles businesses face when attempting to stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic, many companies have started the process of setting up automation plans as a way to increase worker safety and stay open for business. Thanks to advances in automation, especially robotics, automation has helped [...]
Are you still curious about how automation can help prevent cross-contamination? Keep reading to learn about the dangers of insufficient food safety and the features of automation that allow you to keep your product safe. The Consequences of Cross-Contamination It’s no doubt that food safety is a vital component that every food manufacturer needs to [...]
Whether it’s the face mask you had to put on today, or the electronic device you’re reading this on, it’s likely that many of the products you’re using were created with the help of automation. Even though automation has become such an integral part of our lives, there is still some reluctance in certain industries [...]
COVID-19 has created a wave of change across all industries. From large food and bakery manufacturing corporations to small local bakeries, everyone is facing their own unique set of business challenges. One of the largest changes felt in the food industry was the radical shift in consumer demand. In this time of increased concerns about health, [...]
Discover how Corso’s Cookies incorporated automation to create a new product line while fighting labour shortage struggles. Corso’s Cookies’ Story: How they Reached the Big Leagues Thanks to their passionate team of bakers, decorators, and packagers who are all dedicated to producing top quality cookies, Corso’s Cookies is America’s Favorite Decorated Cookie Company. This business [...]
Let’s face it: America has a sweet tooth. In times of great distress, consumers are quick to find comfort in delicious snacks and desserts. In fact, these types of products were showing strong growth over the past year, as evident from the 3.3 percent increase in sales last year for the pastry and doughnuts category. [...]
How Junior’s Cheesecake Won the Battle Against Physical Strain and Labour Shortages Discover how Junior’s Cheesecake incorporated automation to improve productivity and reduce ergonomic wear and tear on employees. How it all Started: The Need for New Automation "You haven't really lived until you've had cheesecake at Junior's." That’s the signature phrase of Junior’s Cheesecake, [...]
How Automation Can Help During... and after COVID-19 If you’re in the food manufacturing industry, you likely know that this industry faces significant labour shortage struggles. In fact, according to a study by Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute, approximately 2.4 million manufacturing jobs will be left unfilled between 2018 and 2028. This statistic is shocking [...]
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Imagine, after doing some research online, you’ve finally decided to invest in a cobot. But before you get too excited, you discover that there’s another decision you still need to make: should you get help from a robotic integrator? This can be difficult to think about. After all, robotic integrators can appear costly compared to [...]