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Maximizing Efficiency and Hygiene: The Benefits of an Automated Tray Washer
In today’s fast-paced world, efficiency and hygiene are paramount in any food production facility. One often overlooked but crucial component of maintaining these standards is the Automated Tray Washer. This powerful piece of equipment can…
Conveyor Design: Key Factors for Optimal Performance
Conveyors are an essential component of many manufacturing processes, enabling the efficient movement of materials from one stage to another. From food processing to automotive assembly, conveyors play a critical role in streamlining operations and…
Innotech Now an Ignition Registered Integrator
We are happy to announce that Roger Hutchison, Innotech’s Electrical Engineer and Automation & Controls expert, is now an Ignition Registered Integrator. What does this mean for Innotech and our clients? Read on to learn about this…
Reducing Food Waste
It’s a shocking statistic: Experts estimate 30 – 40% of all food produced globally ends up wasted. Most of this waste happens either at a retailer or in the home of a consumer. It makes perfect sense that the longer the supply chain, the shorter window…
Emerging Innovations in Ag & Food Technology
It’s amazing how one of humans’ earliest activities is also currently at the forefront of innovation and technology. And while our basic need for nutrition and sustenance hasn’t changed much since the dawn of time,…
PLC to VFD: The ABCs of Control Panels
Anyone who has been in a manufacturing environment has likely come across a control panel at some point in their career. Almost every piece of equipment that we produce here at Innotech comes with controls of some kind. Even a simple on/off switch is…
Different Types of Conveyors
So What is a Conveyor Anyway? A Brief History: Simply put, a conveyor is a mechanical system that moves product or material from one location to another. Humans have been working on ways of transporting loads since before the invention of the wheel. Partial…
Designing for a Washdown Environment
Here at Innotech, we proudly claim our equipment is designed and built for harsh washdown environments. But what do we mean by that exactly? Let’s take a closer look into the elements that makeup an effective washdown design.The Enemy:…
Shipping Blueberries Overseas
Where Does Our Food Come From? When it comes to fresh fruit and vegetables, the answer may be from farther away than you think. Here at Innotech, we work with many blueberry growers and processors both locally and internationally. Markets emerging in China have...
Measuring Decibels for Our Lug Washer
How Loud Are Lug Washers? We don’t typically receive requests for information regarding noise levels with our equipment. But today we did, and it got me thinking: just how loud are our lug washers? Let’s dive in to find out. What Are Decibels? A decibel…