MWES Joins Bakery Equipment Assessment Group to ADVANCE Hygienic DESIGN STANDards
Waukesha, WI — Midwest Engineered Systems, Inc. (MWES) is proud to announce its official registration with the Bakery Equipment Assessment Group (BEAG),—a key step in strengthening our commitment to hygienic equipment design for the baking and food production industries.
This announcement comes ahead of MWES exhibiting at the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) in Las Vegas, where our Food Solutions team will showcase advanced robotic and automation technologies engineered for sanitary, food-safe environments.
“We are excited to be involved with BEAG as they build awareness of the ANSI Standards for baking equipment and help ensure the integrity and safety of the food supply in the US,” said Chuck Sena, Food Solutions Business Unit Manager at MWES. “As an equipment supplier, our contribution to food safety is providing equipment that is easy to clean and sanitize and helps prevent physical or biological contamination of our food supply.”
Supporting Industry-Wide Hygienic Standards
BEAG is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping bakery equipment manufacturers assess and improve conformance with the latest ANSI standards for hygienic design. Their mission directly aligns with MWES’s vision of delivering safe, sanitary, and efficient automation systems for food processors.
Advancing Food-Grade Automation
MWES’s registration with BEAG reinforces our dedication to delivering food-grade automation solutions that meet the highest safety and sanitation expectations. The MWES Food Solutions Group specializes in robotic and automation systems designed to:
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Improve labor efficiency
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Enhance food safety
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Reduce waste
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Increase throughput and consistency
The MWES Food Solutions Group specializes in automation systems for baking, dairy, packaging, and other food segments—including robotic handling, pick-and-place, palletizing, precision assembly, and fully integrated production systems.
Active Leadership in Food Industry Organizations
MWES remains deeply involved in advancing standards and best practices across the food industry. Team members serve in leadership roles across several associations, including:
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Food Production Solutions Association (FPSA) – Board of Directors & Bakery Council
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3-A Sanitary Standards Organization – CCE Coordinating Committee
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Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) – Supplier Member
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Retail Bakers of America – Supplier Member
These partnerships reinforce MWES’s dedication not only to equipment design, but also to supporting the broader industry’s commitment to safety and innovation.
Building on a History of Food Industry Innovation
“This collaboration with BEAG builds on our long history of automating complex manufacturing processes in the food industry,” added Sena. “MWES delivers a full range of solutions—from single operations to fully integrated, complex systems—that help food processors of all sizes improve safety, productivity, and profitability. We’re excited to expand on this legacy and continue supporting customers in delivering safe, high-quality foods efficiently and reliably.”
Ready to implement bakery-certified automation? Contact MWES to explore hygienic robotic and conveyor solutions that align with BEAG standards.
With over 30 years of automation experience and more than 8,000 successful integrations, MWES continues to be a trusted partner for food processors seeking cost-effective, high-performance automation solutions that meet today’s highest standards.
About Midwest Engineered Systems
For more than 30 years, Midwest Engineered Systems Inc. (MWES) has been a leader in automation system integration, delivering over 8,000 solutions worldwide. From robotic welding and material handling to food automation and turnkey production systems, our expertise helps manufacturers achieve higher performance, improved quality, and long-term success.
