Have you ever wondered why you can’t seem to get your MRO and spare-parts inventory consistently under control while your other inventory types are well-managed?

Historically, the meat industry has been a place where hard work could result in upward movement within a company.

Just by the nature of the work conducted at processing facilities, floor surfaces typically become coated with grease, oil, and raw materials such as shortening, butter, and oil during the course of the work day.

Recent investments by Cargill at its Fort Morgan, Colo., beef processing plant have increased the facility’s energy efficiency and reduced the use of electricity, natural gas and associated costs.

A total overhaul of the company's processes puts it on the cutting edge of food safety.

It is not always easy to indicate or appreciate what the benefits of maintenance are, but as product processes become more automated, they are more interconnected.

Meeting the demands of a customer seems a simple concept in business — when a proposal is made, a company typically does what it can within reason to earn the new business and grow it.

Tyson Foods, Inc. recently began work on a multi-million dollar improvement and expansion project at its poultry complex in Sedalia, Missouri.

Properly designed facilities, easy-to-access equipment and motivated employees all contribute to plant sanitation.