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1 week ago | 
oemmagazine.org | Christopher Smith
“We're more conservative with what we carry in our parts cage. We had a couple [of] situations where rollers failed and our packaging line was down for 24 hours, and that was pretty expensive,” said a plant engineer at a canned foods company. As for critical wear parts, 72% of end-users prefer to keep an inventory in house with 77% sourced from OEMS. Still, balancing inventory with other part alternatives is important.
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1 week ago | 
profoodworld.com | Christopher Smith
The first full day of action for the 2025 Summit on Hygienic Design at the Marriott Chicago O’Hare gives food manufacturers important insight for maintaining proper equipment standards.
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2 weeks ago | 
oemmagazine.org | Christopher Smith
OEMs are optimistic about their prospects in aftermarket parts and services, a sentiment well-founded given the success of aftermarket business segments within the last three years.
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3 weeks ago | 
profoodworld.com | Christopher Smith
Beverage packaging equipment investment is expected to rise within the next two to three years, but that does not mean workforce issues will go away. Industry professionals note the challenges of retaining employees and believe equipment manufacturers must improve machine intelligence and usability to combat labor problems.
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3 weeks ago | 
profoodworld.com | Christopher Smith
Pet food and treats expect to account for roughly $67.7 billion in sales in 2025, according to the American Pet Products Association (APPA). The pet food market is incredibly competitive and profitable, which makes it a big draw to manufacturers. Nevertheless, pet food processors face challenges as the industry continues to evolve. Even major companies, such as Mars, Inc. have their battles.
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4 weeks ago | 
packworld.com | Christopher Smith
IndustriesBeverageBeverage company representatives outline three focus areas that help packagers adapt to consumer demands. Apr 18, 2025Beverage packagers will want to stay on top of three growing industry trends propelled by consumers. PMMI Business Intelligence: Beverage Industry Packaging TrendsSustainability and recyclability are driving changes in how beverages are packaged.
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1 month ago | 
profoodworld.com | Christopher Smith
One of the most significant influences on beverage packaging is the growing emphasis on sustainability and recyclability from customers and consumers. That’s according to PMMI Business Intelligence’s “Beverage Industry Packaging Trends,” a report done in collaboration with Advantage Research to provide PMMI member companies and the broader industry with insights into beverage packaging trends that will impact the packaging and processing industry.
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1 month ago | 
profoodworld.com | Christopher Smith
Beverage packaging companies take many factors into account when making decisions. However, one stands out in the crowd as a major influencer: consumer preference. Consumers desire more sustainable and recyclable packaging while also demanding a greater variety of sizes, flavors, and beverage types. However, existing packaging does not always align with consumer expectations.
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1 month ago | 
packworld.com | Christopher Smith
Contract packagingAn important factor drives many of the decisions beverage packaging companies make. Apr 4, 2025One primary factor will affect pack types beverage companies use for their products. PMMI Business Intelligence: Beverage Industry Packaging TrendsBeverage packaging companies take many factors into account when making decisions. However, one stands out in the crowd as a major influencer: consumer preference.
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1 month ago | 
profoodworld.com | Christopher Smith
OEMs play a key role in the success of beverage packagers. However, as beverage packaging equipment expects increased investment over the next three years, some offerings to packagers could be improved, starting with customer support and service.
