When making the decision whether or not to purchase robotics/automation products in an effort to streamline their operations, JLS Automation strongly encourages processors to “walk before they run” to ensure that their experience is positive and doesn’t strain their support systems/people.

Bako comes to BAK Food Equipment with more than 25 years of experience in manufacturing and industrial process automation.

During the event, the family-owned company recalled the history of starting up its U.S. division in Port Washington, N.Y., on March 15, 1972, later moving operations to Hauppauge, N.Y., Islandia, N.Y., and then to Mason, Ohio. 

Dairy processors should use automation in two ways. One is to optimize ongoing operations, of course. This can also help plants become more environmentally friendly. The other time to use automation is before construction of a facility even begins.

In today’s tight labor market, many warehouses and distribution centers are facing talent shortages on top of operational challenges.

Automation offers a modern solution to optimize operations, maximize food freshness.

Robot costs have come down, while performance and dexterity have improved.

Dairy processors need to be more agile than ever before. Leveraging intelligence, industrial automation and IIoT technologies will help dairies companies overcome the challenges they face.