Automation

Biscuit International: making logistics a piece of cake

Even a delicious cookie has smart logistics behind it. At its Broek op Langedijk facility, multinational Biscuit International operates its own transport fleet. Specialized software keeps transport planning under control..

Niverplast: 300+ employees without management layers

04 September 2026

No managers, more than 300 employees Some company visits stay with you and remain a topic of conversation long afterwards. Our visit to Niverplast on 1 September was one of them. Not just because of the technology or ...

AI in the food industry: smarter production

01 September 2026

AI can help food companies work faster and more efficiently. Its greatest impact is currently in production and logistics. Raw material use, quality control, and inventory management also offer practical opportunities. R...

Column Saskia Stender: Trust cannot be automated

04 August 2026

The other day, I came across another one of those wonderful statements on LinkedIn: “In the age of AI, trust will become the most important factor for success.” I couldn’t help but smile. As if that were something new. ...

Most-read articles in the first half of 2026

23 July 2026

Which stories drew the most attention in the food industry in the first half of 2026? This top 10 brings together the topics that kept readers engaged: sustainability, automation, data-driven working, cooling, renovation...

Prevent product giveaway and reduce costs

23 July 2026

In the competitive food industry, every gram counts. Small deviations in filling weight can lead to significant product waste, unnecessary product giveaway, and consequently higher operational costs. These inefficiencies...

Pressure on seafood supply chain accelerates need for automation

13 July 2026

The Dutch marine fishing industry has posted a profit for the second consecutive year. Yet, the entire supply chain faces major, long-term structural challenges. Due to a shrinking fleet, the supply of fresh North Sea fi...

Digitalization requires clarity and integration

07 July 2026

Production processes in the food industry generate more and more data, but that does not automatically lead to actionable insights. Successful digitalization requires clarity, integration, and a partner who connects tech...

How StarCuisine is expanding its capacity

29 June 2026

StarCuisine produces fresh meals for the Dutch retail and foodservice markets. The arrival of sister company Sushi Ran in Bleiswijk calls for a doubling of production capacity. But before any construction begins, Operati...

Peter Konijn chooses paSys as IT partner

12 June 2026

Peter Konijn B.V., based in Alkmaar, is embarking on a broad renewal of its automation systems. The company, active in the processing and trading of meat products, will partner with paSys Food Automating. The project goe...

Packaging data management in the food industry

11 June 2026

For many food companies, keeping packaging data under control is becoming increasingly challenging. Especially when information is scattered across systems, suppliers, and various retailer formats. At the same time, reta...

Scancheck makes barcode verification easier

11 June 2026

The Scancheck machine has been developed for the automatic inspection of barcodes on tray-sealed top-seal products. Rejected products are gently blown off the line using an air knife, without damaging the packaging. This...

Most Read Articles – May 2026

08 June 2026

Which topics captured the attention of the food industry in May 2026? The most-read articles of May provide a broad overview, ranging from audits, quality management and certification to automation, occupational health a...

Smarter membrane cleaning for the dairy industry

28 May 2026

Ultrasil™ Connected is Ecolab’s latest innovation in membrane cleaning. This solution helps dairy processors make their cleaning processes smarter, more efficient, and easier to control. By combining advanced cleani...

Digital Twin + AI for Optimal Production Planning

27 May 2026

Creating an optimal and robust production plan is becoming increasingly complex. With a digital twin combined with AI, you can make that complexity manageable—and even turn it into an advantage. This is the central theme...

CSB-System introduces AI assistant for ERP analytics

21 May 2026

ERP specialist CSB-System now offers its customers an AI assistant that provides fast and easy access to business data. “Cesy” is part of CSB’s AI Solutions portfolio. It enables users to make fast, well-informed decisio...