New robotic technology is helping to streamline and improve bakery and snack operations in both primary and secondary packaging applications. Areas of innovation include end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), sanitation, and space optimization. Gripper technology also is advancing to handle delicate products such as soft bakery items.
Apex Motion Control, specialists in robotics and automation for the baking and food industry, have released a new solution for primary and secondary packaging.
AMT and Soft Robotics have partnered to provide cutting-edge robotic systems with soft robotic grippers and 3D vision solutions with artificial intelligence amid spike in interest in material handling solutions.
The latest X-ray, metal detection, checkweighing, and vision systems feature multi-scanning capabilities, machine connectivity, and improved operator learning tools.
There is nothing like a pandemic to test a company's limitations. While food producers received official designation as "essential" businesses as the COVID-19 pandemic descended on the American food industry, continuing operations during the pandemic did not equate to business as usual.