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Colorful Candy Discriminators

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Separate Rainbow Sweets with the Skittles Sorting Machine

— November 8, 2012 — Lifestyle
Let's not be racist against the rainbow candies but admittedly, some flavors do taste better than others -- easily separate the delicious from the less-than with the Skittles Sorting Machine.

It's a little mind-boggling to watch as the sea of colorful candies fall through the funnel and get sorted with absolute accuracy. Each bite-size rainbow falls into what looks like a machine that belongs in a research lab. The machine senses what color each one is and fires them through a pipe that moves to its respective dish.

Owning one of these Skittles Sorting Machines means that there's no more need to get fingers all colorful and sticky. Unfortunately, this seems to be a homemade item and is not for sale, though I would buy one in a heartbeat if it were.
Trend Themes
1. Automated Sorting Machines - Developing automated sorting machines for various industries can improve efficiency and accuracy in product sorting processes.
2. Color Recognition Technology - Advancing color recognition technology can be utilized in various applications, such as sorting candy, to streamline and optimize processes.
3. Consumer Preference Analysis - Utilizing technology to analyze consumer preferences can help businesses gain insights and tailor their products to meet customer demands.
Industry Implications
1. Manufacturing - Implementing automated sorting machines can revolutionize the manufacturing industry by improving production efficiency and reducing human error.
2. Food and Beverage - Developing color recognition technology and sorting machines for the food and beverage industry can enhance product quality control and optimize packaging processes.
3. Market Research and Analysis - Leveraging consumer preference analysis can benefit market research and analysis firms in gaining in-depth insights about consumer behavior and preferences.
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