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AI AND AUTOMATION IN THE FOOD AND BEVERAGE INDUSTRY
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I-driven and automated technologies are
transforming the food and beverage sector, delivering
unprecedented improvements in efficiency, quality, and traceability. According to market research, the global AI market in the food and beverage industry is valued at USD 15.36 billion in 2025 and is projected to surge to USD 263.80 billion by 2034, growing at a remarkable CAGR of 37.30%. Notably, approximately 48% of all capital investments in the sector are directed toward automation projects. For food and beverage manufacturers, adopting AI and automation is no longer optional. As a trusted IPC solutions provider with over 35 years of industry experience, Axiomtek has developed a comprehensive portfolio of industrial-grade computers, embedded motherboards, and rugged IP-rated panel PCs. These products are designed to withstand harsh environments and support AI-enabled applications and automation tailored to the unique demands of the food and beverage industry.
Pre-Process Phase: AI Machine
Vision for Smarter Inspection and Classification The pre-process phase covers cleaning, cutting, and classifying raw materials, with systems handling data
12 September 2025 | Automation
collection and real-time monitoring. Today, AI vision technology is optimising this phase by enabling immediate inspection and classification at the production front. For example, raw meat inspection benefits greatly from AI. Unlike uniform products, meat has irregular shapes and textures, which are challenging for traditional machine vision to handle. By integrating edge AI computing with high- resolution cameras and X-ray imaging, manufacturers can accurately detect bruises, contaminants, and bone fragments in real time.
Packaging Phase: AI Vision for Packaging and Label Verification Final-stage AI inspection ensures that packaging is correctly sealed, labels are present and accurate, and barcodes are scannable. Powered by well-trained AI models and supported by rugged industrial embedded systems that connect seamlessly to cameras, barcode scanners, and panel PCs for real-time traceability and visual monitoring. This solution reduces error rates and enhances efficiency and traceability while lowering dependence on manual inspection.
Quality Control: Flexible and Accurate Inspection by AI Machine Vision Quality control ensures that all products meet visual and safety standards. Compared to manual inspection, machine vision offers better consistency. However, traditional systems are effective only for uniform products and struggle with items
that naturally vary in shape, colour, or texture.
For example, baked goods like bread and pastries often have irregular appearances. AI vision systems, powered by edge computing and integrated with cameras, analyse images in real time to detect defects such as uneven browning, cracks, and deformities. Unlike traditional machine vision, AI continuously improves through data-driven learning, delivering more accurate and consistent inspection results with less manual adjustment. Axiomtek’s GOT515-RPL-WCD: Industrial-Grade Panel PC with IP66/69K Waterproof Design for HMI in the Food and Beverage Industry Advanced Features:
• Fanless design with Intel® Core™ i5- 1335UE or processor U300E • Full Stainless SUS304 enclosure with IP66 & IP69K
• Supports vertical installation with 90° rotated I/O
• Supports proximity and light sensors • EC control (backlight on/off, brightness, light sensor, touch on/off, and Super I/O)
• Intelligent power management solution (Smart Ignition) • Programmable OSD function key • Operating temperature: -20°C to +50°C
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AI AND AUTOMATION IN THE FOOD AND BEVERAGE INDUSTRY
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