CLFP News
Join us on February 5 & 6, 2025 in Sacramento for CLFP’s annual Food Processing Expo! This year’s Expo is brimming with fresh and exciting opportunities, making it one of the nation's largest food processing shows—right here in California. Take advantage of the Early Bird Discount (up to 50% off) available until December 20. Plus, don’t miss the Labor & Employment Workshop on February 4! At Food Processing Expo 2025, you’ll connect with industry leaders, forge new partnerships, and explore the latest innovations and insights. Exhibitor spaces are still available—don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your business and services! We hope to see you there - sign up today!
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The Silent Auction is Back! CLFP is seeking donations for the Silent Auction which will be held at the Expo on Wednesday, February 5 from 5pm - 6:30pm. Donations can include gift baskets, weekend getaways, gift cards, sports memorabilia and equipment, electronics and more. You can also make a direct donation to the Scholarship Program, or CLFP can purchase an item on your company’s behalf; just provide a dollar amount and we’ll do the shopping! 100% of funds raised during the Auction directly benefits the CLFP Scholarship Program. To donate an auction item, please contact Jacqueline Ostrander.
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Technology is no longer just a business enabler—it is the lifeblood of modern organizations, driving innovation, competitive edge, and operational efficiency. For today’s C-Suite leaders in the food processing industry, the challenge lies not in recognizing the transformative power of technology but in navigating its rapid evolution. Through artificial intelligence, exponential growth of data, and cybersecurity demands, executives are under constant pressure to future-proof their technology investments. ERA Group's "Technology: The lifeblood of modern business" explores executives' key challenges in evaluating and implementing new technologies while balancing cost, risk, and strategic goals. It introduces a forward-thinking, four-pillar framework to ensure technology projects align with long-term business objectives, maintain agility, leverage data-driven decision-making, and prepare the workforce for a digital-first future.
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New Members
WCR Incorporated 4636 E Drummond Ave. Fresno, CA 93725 John Smith Regional Sales Manager - West Coast P: (800)421-4927 Coastal Manufacturing 355 Harvest Dr. Watsonville, CA 95076 Josh Baker National Sales Director P: (888)534-5379 Founded in 2002, Coastal Manufacturing specializes in producing custom, high-sanitation conveyors and providing turnkey installation of fresh-cut processing lines. Our equipment supports a range of industries, including fresh-cut, pet food, meats, seafood, confectionery, snacks, and nutraceuticals. With one of the most experienced engineering teams in the industry, we’re committed to delivering best-in-class equipment that combines superior quality, sanitary design, value, and exceptional customer service. We manufacture sanitary conveyors, structural platforms, produce and tray washers, flume systems, bin & tote dumpers, ice and frozen product breakers and metering systems, washdown electrical enclosures, sanitary blowers, air-knives, and custom R&D projects. Processtec, Inc. 9938 W Legacy Ave. Visalia, CA 93291 Karin Duerig General Manager P: (559)553-5096 We build systems and equipment to process viscous products in the sanitary and chemical industry. Forbo Siegling, LLC 12201 Vanstory Dr. Huntsville, NC 28078 December Pee Marketing & Communications Manager P: (704)948-3315 With over 105 years of innovation and passion, Forbo Movement Systems is an industry leader providing conveyor, processing, power transmission, monolithic and modular belting. At Forbo, we connect high performance and innovation with precision and safety, ensuring that your logistics and production workflows run efficiently to meet our customer's needs. With our vast product portfolio under the Siegling brand, we have solutions for your daily manufacturing challenges.
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