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Liquid dosing systems are used in many industries, including animal feed, pet food and food processing. Its primary use is to pump and meter liquids into a process to accurately measure what liquid is added and when it is incorporated. Without a liquid dosing system,…

The choice between manual and automated production is a constant consideration for today’s manufacturers. Issues with human error, waste, safety and efficiency have been around since the dawn of manufacturing, and they continue to present challenges for companies in the processing industry today. For companies…

Are you using capacitive load cells to weigh your ingredients on your production line? It can be tempting to overload the recommended weight. But overloading your capacitive load cell by even a small amount can pose irreversible damage to your load cells’ accuracy. Let’s find…

Beat Quality Assurance Issues in your Food Processing Plant with this One Product  Is your food processing plant struggling with quality control? When you’re trying to scale your small operation, it can be difficult to consistently ensure the quality of a product. In this blog post,…

Whether you’re in the pharmaceutical or feedlot industry, or somewhere in-between, when your profit depends on the quality of mixed ingredients, consistency is key. Inaccurate weighing systems aren’t just frustrating, they can be costly as well. In this blog, we’ll discover the true expense of…

In the baking industry, every ounce counts. When small to medium-sized industrial bakeries are competing for slim profit margins among the giants, it’s nearly an impossible battle, unless automation is involved. In this blog, we'll discover ways that automated processing can help smaller companies compete…

A Q&A About Pet Food Innovations   The pet food industry continues to evolve, as science drives nutritional improvements. Pet food processors and manufacturers are increasingly called upon to deliver a wider range of products, with a strong emphasis on pet food safety standards and…

How To Ensure Proper Equipment Integration, Calibration & Training Before you make a large capital investment in processing equipment, it’s important to understand the entire process of equipment integration, calibration and testing. In this blog, we'll explore the step-by-step process of installing processing equipment in…

As pet owners become increasingly conscious about the health and well-being of their furry friends, the pet food industry is evolving to meet their demands. With changing trends in pet food processing, new equipment and techniques are required to fulfill the growing needs of the…

Scaling up pet food production is more easily said than done. Plants need to consider things like use of production space, the expense of capital equipment, and doing this all in a manner that is efficient and cost-effective.   At APEC, we provide processing equipment solutions…