Integrating IoT Devices for Real-Time Food Safety Monitoring

IoT food safety monitoring uses connected sensors to track temperature, humidity, and equipment status across kitchens, storage, and transport in real time. Devices send readings to cloud dashboards that alert operators before food leaves safe ranges, replacing manual temperature logs and supporting HACCP compliance with continuous, automated records. Wireless IoT food safety monitoring sensor mounted…

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Restaurants can’t automate hospitality

As the world embraces AI solutions to optimize business, operators need to remember that many diners prioritize authentic, tangible experiences over digitally-powered efficiency, writes James Tice. Ask yourself why anyone actually goes out to eat, because it’s almost never about the food itself. You go to a restaurant to be served for an hour or…

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Two Chains Roll Out Autonomous Formats

California Pizza Kitchen, White Castle among the latest to make nontraditional retail moves. Whether you’re craving potato chips, pizza or sliders, autonomous food options continue to advance. Both California Pizza Kitchen and White Castle shared news of their latest automated retail formats. Here’s a glimpse: California Pizza Kitchen Eyes 1,000 Machines The pizza chain is…

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AI Making Inroads in Food Safety Labs

Artificial intelligence can handle the growing volume of testing data, spot food safety issues before they become critical and even suggest interventions. We’ve often written about how artificial intelligence is penetrating the product development process and plant operations. While less reported, the technology is having a quietly growing influence in food safety laboratories – although…

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Facing 50% Tariffs: What U.S.-Canada Trade Tensions Mean for HVAC Owners

Understanding the Impact of U.S.-Canada Trade Tariffs on HVAC Businesses The ongoing trade tension between the U.S. and Canada has reached a critical juncture with the implementation of steep 50% tariffs. This escalation not only strains diplomatic relations but poses significant implications for HVAC business owners on both sides of the border. With potential disruptions…

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Discover How VRF Solutions are Revolutionizing Smart Commercial Spaces

Transforming Commercial Spaces with VRF Solutions As the commercial real estate landscape evolves, businesses are increasingly challenged to create spaces that blend efficiency, comfort, and adaptability. Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems represent a cutting-edge solution that addresses these needs effectively. This innovative HVAC technology offers precise temperature control and energy efficiency, making it a favored…

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Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning Acquires Shipley, Expanding Plumbing and Whole-Home Services

Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning, a trusted home-comfort provider serving Montgomery County and the surrounding communities, today announced the acquisition of Shipley Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, effective August 24, 2026. Shipley will become part of Presidential and transition to the Presidential name, expanding Presidential’s services to include plumbing, drain clearing, water heater maintenance, repair…

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Tyson Foods Commits $1M To School Nutrition, Food Access Effort

Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods has committed $1 million over the next two years to the Harvest to Hallways initiative, an effort to improve childhood nutrition and food access. The funding will help expand student access to healthy school meals, support nutrition education and strengthen meal access in rural communities. The commitment will be distributed over…

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PepsiCo ups delivery of diverse ingredients

PURCHASE, NY. — PepsiCo., Inc. delivered 79 billion portions of diverse food ingredients, including whole grains, plant-based proteins, fruits and vegetables in 2025, according to its latest ESG report. The total is more than halfway to the company’s goal of delivering 145 billion portions annually in its global convenient foods portfolio by 2030. The report…

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National Restaurant Association: Beverages are potential growth drivers

The Association’s 2026 Restaurant Beverage Trends report reveals that consumers are seeking drink-centric experiences and restaurants are working to meet the demand. Beverage innovation has moved front and center at restaurants, as the demand for new flavors, expanded menus, and beverage-centric experiences continues to rise. And that innovation is becoming a growth driver for restaurants.…

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