Rao Kolla
Rao Kolla, PE, PMP, CSCP, MBA, is director of process electrical/controls engineering at Stellar, a fully integrated design, engineering, construction, refrigeration and mechanical services firm serving commercial, industrial and public sector markets across the United States and around the world. Contact him at rkolla@stellar.net.
Articles
Create a strategic plan when integrating automation in manufacturing facilities
Plant owners must develop a strategic and comprehensive plan about their integration process to optimize production long-term.
Six ways vertical commissioning can benefit a food facility project
Vertical commissioning can significantly improve immediate return on investment (ROI) at start-up due to fewer unexpected challenges.
Combat labor shortages with automated solutions
Implement automated features into the manufacturing process to remain agile and equipped to meet future consumer demands.
Choosing a systems integrator to advance automation
A systems integrator should listen, advise and educate a plant's team on how tech will reduce manufacturing costs and improve product quality
Make to stock vs. make to order: Why one is on the rise
Make to order (MTO) is gaining traction with manufacturers because it allows consumers to purchase products customized to their specifications.
Five business benefits of switching to digital recordkeeping
Digital recordkeeping in food manufacturing facilities can help improve product quality, boost efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs.
Food traceability rules for supply chain
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing additional traceability recordkeeping requirements for those who manufacture, process, pack or store foods.
Four areas where the IIoT is revolutionizing the food and beverage industry
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is changing how food and beverage manufacturers approach safety, product quality, packaging, and how personnel work in their day-to-day operations.