In this edition of Commercial Baking Magazine, author Maddie Lambert highlights insights from Spencer Thomas, Applications Engineer and Josh Allen, Marketing Directory at Harpak-ULMA Packaging, on how automation transforms modern manufacturing. Speaking at Pack Expo 2025, Thomas emphasized that true automation value lies in rethinking operations holistically, not just automating individual steps. He advised aligning packaging design with automation, streamlining changeovers, and prioritizing high-throughput SKUs. His expertise underscored how cohesive system design enhances efficiency, flexibility, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) for today’s producers.
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