Plex Systems organized a tour of the Sanders chocolate factory in Clinton Township, MI as part of their analyst day. The showpiece was the new, 188 foot Imperial Line (see video below) and the variety of planning, scheduling, inventory control, quality management and other functions the Plex software supports in the operation.
I was impressed with the scale of the operation – the volume of 10 lb Blommer dark chocolate bars, the huge vats of half and half and inverted sugar, the wide range of caramel recipes and product packaging.
No Willy Wonka at this factory but a very enjoyable couple of hours anyone would enjoy if you happen to be near Detroit.
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