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📊 Manufacturing capital projects hold steady in May 2026 51 new food & beverage projects + major investments in pharma, chemical & battery sectors Key projects: ✅ $4.5B @EliLillyandCo expansion (IN) ✅ $1.7B chemical facility (TX) ✅ $1B @abbvie campus (NC) 8.5% YoY growth signals strong industrial confidence powderbulksolids.com/manufacturing-…

🍝 @Barilla invests $145M to expand its Avon, NY pasta manufacturing facility ✅ New production line ✅ 3 packaging lines ✅ 90+ jobs created Major move for U.S. food manufacturing 📈 Follow us for the latest #FoodAndBeverage industry news: powderbulksolids.com/food-beverage/… #FoodManufacturing #SupplyChain #CPG

Every second counts in a workplace emergency. This National Safety Month, see how one company's wearable tech is transforming workplace safety ⬇️powderbulksolids.com/occupational-s…

In May, we highlighted five innovative technologies designed to improve efficiency, safety, and compliance in manufacturing operations. What’s included? ✅AI-Powered Batch Production Solution, TwinThread: provides process optimization. ✅Rotary Batch Mixer, Munson Machinery Co., Inc.: Achieves uniformity for bulk abrasive materials. ✅HEPA Dust Extractor, Oneida Air Systems, Inc.: portable dust control solution with cyclonic separation efficiency. ✅Tandem Jet Mill Technology, The Jet Pulverizer Company: dual chamber technology offering higher energy efficiency. ✅Mobile Bag Dumping Station, Flexicon Corporation: transfers material into elevated process equipment or storage vessels. 💡 Stay informed and discover how these solutions can address your operational challenges. powderbulksolids.com/equipment/new-…

Which mechanical conveyor is right for your operation? 🏭 Belt conveyors vs. screw conveyors vs. tubular systems—each has distinct advantages. Tim Llewellyn of @Flexicon breaks down selection criteria based on material properties, plant layout & capacity needs. powderbulksolids.com/mechanical-con…

🔬 Major Move in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 🔬 Eli Lilly and Company is making a significant $4 billion investment in infectious disease prevention, acquiring three vaccine manufacturers focused on game-changing solutions. The acquisitions include: ✅ Curevo Vaccine – Next-gen shingles vaccine with improved tolerability ✅ LimmaTech Biologics AG – Tackling antimicrobial-resistant bacterial pathogens ✅ Vaccine Industrial Company – Developing an Epstein-Barr Virus vaccine to prevent long-term complications powderbulksolids.com/pharmaceutical…

The US Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board's latest investigation reveals critical lessons from a fatal 2024 explosion at a Kentucky manufacturing plant. Two workers lost their lives and three were seriously injured. Key findings: 🔴The reactor's safety system was significantly undersized for the hazard. 🔴The control room was located just 40 feet from the reactor and not blast resistant. 🔴There was $40 million worth of damage, debris reached 400 feet into residential areas. Get more details on the incident and the CSB's report. powderbulksolids.com/industrial-fir…

The Environmental Protection Agency is rolling out a new approach to address PFAS contamination in drinking water. Key highlights: ✅ Nearly $1 billion in state funding for PFAS treatment ✅ Two proposed rules on PFOA and PFOS standards ✅ Optional compliance extensions until 2031 for eligible water systems ✅ Focus on innovative treatment and destruction technologies The new strategy aims to "stop PFAS pollution at the source" while addressing implementation challenges from previous regulations. powderbulksolids.com/chemical/epa-s…

🚨 FDA Leadership Transition: What It Means for Food Safety & Pharmaceutical Innovation: The sudden resignation of FDA Commissioner Marty Makary raises critical questions for the food and pharmaceutical industries. With Donald Prater stepping in as acting commissioner, several key initiatives hang in the balance: ✅ Elimination of artificial food colors ✅ Infant formula safety reviews ✅ Food chemical reassessments (BHT & ADA) ✅ Drug repurposing programs ✅ Domestic pharmaceutical manufacturing initiatives The direction of food safety regulations, chemical additive policies, and pharmaceutical innovation could shift significantly under new leadership. powderbulksolids.com/career-develop…

As demand for rare earth magnets surges with EV adoption and renewable energy expansion, manufacturers need robust size reduction strategies that balance safety, purity, and performance. In our latest technical article, Edward Scannell, application engineer at @HosokawaMicron, breaks down the technical considerations in size reduction strategies: powderbulksolids.com/size-reduction…

TODAY at 2 p.m. ET, listen in on our webinar as Eric Maynard, VP at Jenike & Johanson, discusses the implications of selecting dilute or dense phase conveying -- and which is the best for different applications. Register now: powderbulksolids.com/pneumatic-conv…

Danone North America is closing its 185,000-square-foot, Bridgeton, NJ, plant -- its first soy protein extraction facility -- resulting in more than 100 layoffs, despite the company's continued commitment to plant-based products. The facility has operated for 25 years, and produces Silk and So Delicious brands. The closure comes months after Danone acquired Huel and launching Silk Protein milk. powderbulksolids.com/manufacturing-…

How do beverage manufacturers stay ahead when new trends like probiotic sodas emerge every week? The answer: AI-powered prototyping, consumer insights, and strategic co-manufacturing partnerships. Michael Ooms breaks down how top companies are compressing innovation cycles and reducing CapEx risk. 🎥 Full video: powderbulksolids.com/industry-trend…

Particle size challenges in polymer milling can make or break your formulation's performance. 🎯 When a synthetic water-soluble polymer needed precise size reduction ,traditional impact milling couldn't deliver. The material was too resilient, and previous grinding methods fell short of specifications. Craig Davis shares how Custom Processing Services, Inc. leveraged pin mill technology with liquid nitrogen pre-freezing, to achieve: ✅ 95%+ conversion to usable finished powder ✅ Precise particle size control (<50% retained on 150 microns) ✅ Low fines generation (only 20% <45 microns) ✅ Economical throughput without secondary processing Read the full case study to discover how the right size-reduction methodology transformed this challenging polymer milling project. lnkd.in/gYvTd9HZ

🔍 Latest News in Food & Beverage: Innovation, Earnings, and Industry Challenges From PepsiCo's strategic product launches to Kraft Heinz's Q1 performance and a legal challenge to food labeling, these developments matter for anyone in food production, beverage manufacturing, or supply chain management. Read our roundup and stay on top of industry trends: powderbulksolids.com/food-beverage/…

General Mills elevates insider to COO: Dana McNabb will step into the Chief Operating Officer role on June 1, taking charge of all operating segments at a critical time for the food and beverage manufacturing industry. McNabb has 25-plus years with General Mills, spanning marketing, strategy, and operations across Cereal, Snacks, Pet, and International segments. powderbulksolids.com/career-develop…

@AmChemistry's latest report: chemical sector sentiment is looking up. 📈 After two quarters of negative readings, the American Chemistry Council's Q1 2026 Economic Sentiment Index reveals a notable shift: chemical manufacturers are feeling more upbeat about business conditions. The data suggests chemical manufacturers are cautiously investing in growth while strategically managing cost pressures. lnkd.in/gQ_gCA8f