The International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association named Michael Eardley as president and CEO, succeeding Carol Christison, who passed away in March, after leading the association for 31 years.
Cary Frye, vice president of regulatory and scientific affairs of the International Dairy Foods Association, was elected chairman of the U.S. National Committee of the International Dairy Federation.
Motion Controls Robotics, Inc., Fremont, Ohio, announced a strategic partnership with Combi Packaging Systems LLC, Canton, Ohio, to integrate robotic pick-and-place technology with ergonomic hand packing equipment.
PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, Reston, Va., wants to ensure that today’s youth holds the skills and know-how to apply for tomorrow’s manufacturing jobs.
California Natural Products (CNP), Lathrop, Calif., unveiled its new automated facility—what is said to be the most technologically advanced warehouse in the food and beverage industry.
Germany-based KUKA signed a letter of intent to acquire an interest in Reis Robotics, Elgin, Ill. KUKA proposes to purchase a 51% stake in the systems integration manufacturer with an option to acquire additional shares.
Adept Technology, Pleasanton, Calif., developed an ePLC line of PLC programmable robots that includes new versions of the company's Cobra, Quattro and Viper robots.