Automation – the word is everywhere in the food and beverage business – but many growing companies are looking for ways to maximize investments and add automation alongside plant renovations or expansions.

The better-for-you food industry is expected to grow by 6.6% by 2030 and California-based Milton’s Craft Bakers aims to be part of it with frozen and ambient offerings.

The largest private-label fermented beverage manufacturer in North America, is beginning its next chapter of growth with a third production facility slated to open this fall.

As pizza manufacturers look to capture or increase their share of the $6 billion market, many are turning to automation for packaging and end-of-line operations.