Processing Magazine

New Weekly Mixer is out now. This week, there's a podcast episode from @Chem_Processing's podcast about the surge of refinery fires this year as well as an article from @FoodProcessing about the efforts to define "ultra processed food." processingmagazine.com/news-notes/art…

Maryland-based Green Star Organic Milling reports zero false rejects and no unplanned downtime after installing @mettlertoledo's M31R metal detector. #FoodSafety #Manufacturing processingmagazine.com/maintenance-sa…

Poor fan layout can cripple industrial dust collection performance. Learn how inlet/outlet duct effects increase pressure loss and energy costs. #ProcessManufacturing #DustCollection #IndustrialFans processingmagazine.com/material-handl…

Process manufacturers often don’t notice OT network risk until uptime, throughput or batch integrity are already affected. Brownfield plants are carrying more operational technology dependency than their infrastructure visibility was designed to support. processingmagazine.com/process-contro…

In process industries, poor DCS user experience can lead to alarm fatigue, delayed responses, and operational mistakes. Learn how UX design is improving safety and situational awareness. #ProcessManufacturing #IndustrialAutomation processingmagazine.com/process-contro…

New podcast: Paul Manwell of Archimetis discusses AI for process manufacturing, including root cause analysis, predictive maintenance, and refinery optimization. #AI #Refining #ChemicalEngineering processingmagazine.com/home/podcast/5…

The U.S. food & beverage processing machinery market reached $6.2B in 2025 and is projected to hit $6.7B by 2027, according to a new report from @PMMIorg and @FPSAorg #FoodProcessing #Manufacturing #Automation Read more here: processingmagazine.com/news-notes/new…

New Weekly Mixer! Included in this week's roundup is a podcast episode from @FoodProcessing that covers the disconnect between what employers and employees expect the impact of artificial intelligence to be over the next few years. processingmagazine.com/news-notes/art…

Dust collection system failures often start in the ductwork. Improper duct manifold design can lead to airflow imbalance, combustible dust buildup, filter failure, and higher maintenance costs in process manufacturing facilities. #DustCollection processingmagazine.com/material-handl…

Powder flow issues can cascade through an entire processing system. Fluidizers, vibrating dischargers and air cannons may improve discharge performance but can also create downstream capacity and dusting challenges. #PowderHandling processingmagazine.com/material-handl…

New article from @ValinCorp: Temperature, pressure and chemical compatibility all shape seal performance in industrial systems. Engineers must balance reliability and cost in sealing design. #ProcessIndustry processingmagazine.com/pumps-motors-d…

From @Emerson_News: Leading manufacturers are centralizing expertise and reducing onsite staffing by leveraging integrated, AI-powered reliability systems. Here’s how they’re doing it. #OperationalExcellence #ManufacturingInnovation #IIoT processingmagazine.com/maintenance-sa…

Alarm floods are overwhelming operators across process manufacturing. A structured approach to alarm rationalization can reduce noise, improve response time and strengthen plant safety. #ProcessManufacturing #AlarmManagement processingmagazine.com/maintenance-sa…

Energy efficiency is now a top priority in drying systems. From heat recovery to heat pumps and higher feed solids, processors are cutting energy use and advancing sustainability goals. #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency #Manufacturing processingmagazine.com/material-handl…

Positive drive conveyor systems are gaining traction in hygiene-critical environments. Reduce slippage, improve tracking, and extend belt life in wet or oily conditions. #Innovation #SmartManufacturing #FoodTech processingmagazine.com/material-handl…

From @SeeqCorporation: Power generators face rising demand and emissions pressure. Advanced analytics + AI are unlocking hidden efficiency gains—boosting MW output while cutting CO₂/MWh. See how leaders like Siemens Energy are delivering results. processingmagazine.com/process-contro…

AI is transforming refinery optimization. @Emerson_News deploys Aspen Hybrid Models with Aramco—achieving up to 98.5% prediction accuracy across global refining operations. #AI #Refining #ProcessManufacturing #DigitalTransformation processingmagazine.com/news-notes/new…

Underperforming drains can lead to regulatory scrutiny, recalls, and costly downtime. Learn how hygienic design, proper installation, and material selection protect your operation. #FDA #USDA #FoodManufacturing #RiskManagement processingmagazine.com/maintenance-sa…

Our latest Photo of the Month comes from Thad Kubis and features an Impact Sizer Dryer from Specialty Minerals. #industrialprocessing #processing processingmagazine.com/news-notes/art…

The future of #ProcessManufacturing isn’t just automation—it’s people. Connected worker platforms are transforming factory culture, improving productivity, and closing knowledge gaps. 🔗 Read more: #SmartManufacturing #WorkforceTransformation #Industry40 processingmagazine.com/home/article/5…