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Coverage on the newest industry equipment offers readers what they need to make informed decisions about what’s on the market.

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Processing

An update on the latest technological tweaks and breakthroughs in automation and technology.

Packaging

Check out ongoing developments and innovations in the packaging of confections.

Logistics

A look at managing the supply chain locally as well as globally.

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Bosch offering affordable automation with refurbished diefold wrapping machines

Secondhand Sigpack DSN machines ideal for small startups, contract manufacturers.

March 21, 2019

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Automation is a hurdle for small businesses, as it usually involves a large investment. Markus Weishaar, head of Sigpack DSN at Bosch Packaging Technology, spoke about affordable alternatives.

2019 flavor trends: Violets, jackfruit and pink peppercorns

Flavor houses cite exotic plants, spices and fruits as upcoming trends.

Crystal Lindell

March 15, 2019

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Expect to see chocolates and candies made with notes of violet, maqui berry or saffron soon.

Schokinag invests in white chocolate, chip making lines

German company has invested €10 million since 2016

March 5, 2019

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Schokinag has installed a new chip production line with a capacity of 3 tonnes per hour. The Mannheim, Germany-based company has also installed a white chocolate production line that’s set to begin regular operation this month.

tna names sales exec Jonathan Rankin as ceo

Rankin originally served tna from 1993 to 2003.

March 5, 2019

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Rankin will lead tna’s day-to-day operations while focusing on the implementation of new processes that will take tna’s operational efficiencies and growth to the next level.

Kimmie Candy installs lentil-forming line

Equipment dedicated for making nutritionally-enhanced centers.

March 5, 2019

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Kimmie Candy has added a chocolate lentil-forming line to its factory in Reno, Nevada. Installed late last year, the line required an investment of more than $120,000.

Bell Flavors & Fragrances promotes five team members

Promoted employees serve company’s headquarters in Northbrook, Ill.

March 4, 2019

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Bell Flavors & Fragrances has promoted several team members at the company’s headquarters in Northbrook, Ill.

One-on-One: Nancy Gruskin Warner, ceo of edibles packaging maker AssurPack

Warner offers advice for confectionery companies looking to enter the edibles market.

Crystal Lindell

February 27, 2019

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Warner talks about how her products make edibles safer, how she thinks the industry should respond to cannabis confections, and the advice she’d give to confectionery companies looking to enter the market.

Mount Franklin Foods to open gummy plant in Mexico

220,000-sq.-ft. facility to become operational in May 2020, bring 450 jobs.

February 11, 2019

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Mount Franklin Foods, a leading manufacturer of branded, contract and private label confectionery, nuts, snacks and foodservice products, has begun construction on a 22,000-sq.-ft., state-of-the art manufacturing facility in San Jeronimo, Mexico.

Robots bring flexibilty, speed to confectionery industry

Robotics help meet demand for delicate product types, shifting consumer base.

Bryan Griffen

January 24, 2019

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Robots and collaborative robots can precisely pick, sort, place, pack and palletize products like chocolates at high speeds, allowing confectionery brands to evolve their practices to meet demand without sacrificing efficiency.