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Automation and Robotics in Food Processing Training by Tonex

Industry 4.0 and NIST Smart Manufacturing Workshop by Tonex

The Automation and Robotics in Food Processing Training by Tonex offers an in-depth understanding of how automation technologies and robotics are reshaping the food industry. This course provides key insights into the integration of robotics for efficiency, quality, and safety in food production systems. Participants will explore the latest advancements in process automation, smart sensors, and control systems. The course also addresses the critical impact of automation on cybersecurity, highlighting how increased connectivity and digitalization elevate potential risks to food manufacturing operations and supply chains. Learners will gain the knowledge necessary to implement secure, compliant, and efficient robotic solutions in food processing.

Audience:

  • Cybersecurity professionals
  • Food processing engineers
  • Automation and control system designers
  • Industrial technologists
  • Plant managers and supervisors
  • Quality assurance specialists

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the fundamentals of robotics in food processing
  • Explore automation applications across food production stages
  • Identify control systems and sensor integration strategies
  • Assess operational and safety standards
  • Evaluate cybersecurity implications in automated systems
  • Plan secure and efficient automation deployments

Course Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Food Automation

  • Basics of automation technologies
  • Overview of robotics in food industry
  • Key drivers for automation adoption
  • Trends and innovations in processing
  • Comparison: manual vs. automated systems
  • Benefits and limitations

Module 2: Robotics in Food Manufacturing

  • Types of industrial food robots
  • End effectors for food handling
  • Robotic applications in packaging
  • Robotics in sorting and cutting
  • Hygiene and design considerations
  • ROI and scalability factors

Module 3: Control Systems and Sensors

  • PLCs and SCADA integration
  • Sensor technologies for food lines
  • Vision systems and feedback loops
  • Actuators and motion control
  • System diagnostics and calibration
  • Networked device communication

Module 4: Operational Efficiency & Safety

  • Throughput and production consistency
  • Lean automation principles
  • Worker safety in automated lines
  • Safety interlocks and compliance
  • Predictive maintenance strategies
  • Downtime and OEE analysis

Module 5: Cybersecurity in Food Automation

  • Threat landscape in smart factories
  • Vulnerabilities in connected systems
  • Risk assessment frameworks
  • Secure integration of automation
  • Regulatory and standards overview
  • Incident detection and response

Module 6: Implementation and Planning

  • Project planning for automation
  • Vendor and equipment selection
  • Workforce training and change management
  • Cost analysis and budgeting
  • Timeline development and milestones
  • Post-deployment optimization

Join Tonex’s Automation and Robotics in Food Processing Training to future-proof your food production operations with smart, secure, and efficient automation. Gain expert knowledge and become a leader in modern food manufacturing innovation.

 

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