Food and Beverage September 2020 Recap

Research by SalesLeads’ experienced industrial market research team, shows 68 new planned Food and Beverage industry projects tracked during the month of September.

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The following are selected highlights on new Food and Beverage industry construction news.

Food and Beverage Project Type

Processing Facilities – 47 New Projects
Distribution and Industrial Warehouse – 30 New Projects

Food and Beverage Project Scope/Activity

New Construction – 17 New Projects
Expansion – 23 New Projects
Renovations/Equipment Upgrades – 31 New Projects
Plant Closing – 1 New Project

Food and Beverage Project Location(Top 10 States)

California – 7
Texas – 5
New York – 5
Illinois – 4
North Carolina – 4
Washington – 3
Ohio – 3
Indiana – 3
New Jersey – 3
Kentucky  – 2

Opportunities – By Equipment Need

Air Emissions Control Equipment – 42
Compressed Air Systems – 57
Control Systems and Instrumentation – 44
Conveyors – 57
Floor Coatings – 37
Material Handling/Storage Equipment – 62
Mechanical Construction – 57
Packaging Equipment – 42
Process Equipment – 42
Tanks/Vessels – 30

Largest Planned Project

During the month of September, our research team identified 2 new Food and Beverage facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million of more.

The largest project is owned by LiDestri Food & Drink, who is planning to invest $314 million for the construction of a greenhouse, processing, and distribution complex in EARLY BRANCH, SC. They have recently received approval for the project. Construction will occur in phases, with completion of the first phase slated for 2022.

Top 10 Tracked Food and Beverage Projects

GEORGIA:
Company Name: Bang Energy
Specialty beverage mfr. is planning to invest $145 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a 644,000 sf processing and distribution facility at 7705 Staples Dr. in LITHIA SPRINGS, GA.
Anticipated Investment: $145,000,000
Reason Behind Expansion: Modernize equipment and renovation of a processing and distribution facility
Tax Incentives: Undisclosed
Project Contacts:
John O Meara – Dir. Operations
Nicholas DeBellis – Supply Chain Mgr.
Lori McLane – Project and Facilities Mgr.

Equipment OppAlerts:

  • Air Emissions Control Equipment
  • Building Renovation
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Control Systems and Instrumentation
  • Conveyors
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Fire Suppression Equipment
  • Heat Exchangers
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Lift Trucks
  • Loading Dock Equipment
  • Material Handling/Storage Equipment
  • Mechanical Construction
  • Networking/Security Equipment
  • Packaging Equipment
  • Process Equipment
  • Signage

KANSAS:
Company Name: Hills Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Specialty pet food mfr. is planning to invest $31 million for an expansion of their processing facility in TOPEKA, KS. They have recently received approval for the project.
Anticipated Investment: $31,000,000
Reason Behind Expansion: Expand production capacity of their processing facility
Tax Incentives: $341,000
Project Contacts:
Peter Gomez – Finance Dir. Global Supply Chain
Chad Sharp – Operations Mgr.
Clara Guerrero – Procurement Innovation – Global Mgr.

Equipment OppAlerts:

  • Air Emissions Control Equipment
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Control Systems and Instrumentation
  • Conveyors
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Fire Suppression Equipment
  • Floor Coatings
  • Heat Exchangers
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Lift Trucks
  • Loading Dock Equipment
  • Material Handling/Storage Equipment
  • Mechanical Construction
  • Networking/Security Equipment
  • Packaging Equipment
  • Process Equipment
  • Signage
  • Tank/Vessels

NORTH DAKOTA:
Company Name: Houweling Tomatoes
Produce company is planning to invest $35 million for the construction of a greenhouse and processing facility in JAMESTOWN, ND. Construction is expected to start in Spring 2021, with completion slated for early Fall 2021.
Anticipated Investment: $35,000,000
Reason Behind Expansion: Establish a greenhouse and processing facility
Tax Incentives: Undisclosed
Project Contacts:
Casey Houweling – Owner
Leon Alsemgeest – Operations Mgr.

Equipment OppAlerts:

  • Air Emissions Control Equipment
  • Building Construction
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Control Systems and Instrumentation
  • Conveyors
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Fire Suppression Equipment
  • Floor Coatings
  • Heat Exchangers
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Lift Trucks
  • Loading Dock Equipment
  • Material Handling/Storage Equipment
  • Mechanical Construction
  • Networking/Security Equipment
  • Packaging Equipment
  • Process Equipment
  • Signage
  • Tank/Vessels

IDAHO:
Company Name: Intermountain Packing
Meat processing company is planning to invest $20 million for the construction of a 50,000 sf processing facility in IDAHO FALLS, ID. Construction is expected to start in Fall 2020, with completion slated for Fall 2021.
Anticipated Investment: $20,000,000
Reason Behind Expansion: Establish a processing facility
Tax Incentives: $127,000
Project Contacts:
Robert Stirling – General Mgr.

Equipment OppAlerts:

  • Air Emissions Control Equipment
  • Building Construction
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Control Systems and Instrumentation
  • Conveyors
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Fire Suppression Equipment
  • Floor Coatings
  • Heat Exchangers
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Lift Trucks
  • Loading Dock Equipment
  • Material Handling/Storage Equipment
  • Mechanical Construction
  • Networking/Security Equipment
  • Packaging Equipment
  • Process Equipment
  • Signage
  • Tank/Vessels

ILLINOIS:
Company Name: Smithfield Foods, Inc.
Meat processing company is planning for the expansion of their warehouse and processing facility at 410 Kirk Road in SAINT CHARLES, IL by 68,000 sf. They are currently seeking approval for the project.
Anticipated Investment: Undisclosed
Reason Behind Expansion: Expand production capacity of their warehouse and processing facility
Tax Incentives: Undisclosed
Project Contacts:
Stephen Melton – Dir. Operations
Shelley Jones – Corporate Purchasing Mgr.
Reginald Greene – Carrier Procurement and Performance Mgr.

Equipment OppAlerts:

  • Air Emissions Control Equipment
  • Building Construction
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Control Systems and Instrumentation
  • Conveyors
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Fire Suppression Equipment
  • Floor Coatings
  • Heat Exchangers
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Lift Trucks
  • Loading Dock Equipment
  • Material Handling/Storage Equipment
  • Mechanical Construction
  • Networking/Security Equipment
  • Packaging Equipment
  • Process Equipment
  • Signage
  • Tank/Vessels

WISCONSIN:
Company Name: Johnsonville, LLC.
Meat products mfr. is planning for the renovation and equipment upgrades of a recently acquired 200,000 sf processing facility on Crocker Ave. in SHEBOYGAN, WI. They plan to be operational in early 2022.
Anticipated Investment: Undisclosed
Reason Behind Expansion: Modernize equipment and renovation of a processing facility
Tax Incentives: Undisclosed
Project Contacts:
Michael Anhalt – Dir. Supply Chain Planning
Steve Laack – Dir. Purchasing
Jason Yancy – Maintenance and Reliability Engineer

Equipment OppAlerts:

  • Air Emissions Control Equipment
  • Building Renovation
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Control Systems and Instrumentation
  • Conveyors
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Fire Suppression Equipment
  • Heat Exchangers
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Lift Trucks
  • Loading Dock Equipment
  • Material Handling/Storage Equipment
  • Mechanical Construction
  • Networking/Security Equipment
  • Packaging Equipment
  • Process Equipment
  • Signage

IOWA:
Company Name: Mrs Clarks Food
Food processing company is planning to invest $9.25 million for a 60,000 sf expansion and equipment upgrades at their processing facility in ANKENY, IA. They have recently received approval for the project. Completion is slated for late 2021.
Anticipated Investment: $9,250,000
Reason Behind Expansion: Expand production capacity of and modernize equipment at their processing facility
Tax Incentives: $322,000
Project Contacts:
Jerry Kamp – CEO
Anthony Tweh – Production Mgr.

Equipment OppAlerts:

  • Air Emissions Control Equipment
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Control Systems and Instrumentation
  • Conveyors
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Fire Suppression Equipment
  • Floor Coatings
  • Heat Exchangers
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Lift Trucks
  • Loading Dock Equipment
  • Material Handling/Storage Equipment
  • Mechanical Construction
  • Networking/Security Equipment
  • Packaging Equipment
  • Process Equipment
  • Signage
  • Tank/Vessels

ILLINOIS:
Company Name: Petes Fresh Market
Grocery retail chain is planning to invest $10 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on 50,000 sf of warehouse space at 16300 S. Harlem Ave. in TINLEY PARK, IL. They are currently seeking approval for the project.
Anticipated Investment: $10,000,000
Reason Behind Expansion: Modernize equipment and renovation of a warehouse
Tax Incentives: Undisclosed
Project Contacts:
Stephanie Dremonas – Executive Officer
Vanessa Dremonas – Executive Officer
Joe Sus – Store Design and Telecom Services

Equipment OppAlerts:

  • Building Renovation
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Conveyors
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Fire Suppression Equipment
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Lift Trucks
  • Loading Dock Equipment
  • Material Handling/Storage Equipment
  • Mechanical Construction
  • Networking/Security Equipment
  • Signage 

CALIFORNIA:
Company Name: The Very Good Food Company, Inc.
Specialty food products mfr. is planning for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently leased 25,000 sf processing facility in PATTERSON, CA. The site allows for future 25,000 sf expansion.
Anticipated Investment: Undisclosed
Reason Behind Expansion: Modernize equipment and renovation of a processing facility
Tax Incentives: Undisclosed
Project Contacts:
Mitchell Scott – CEO
Shikhar Nautiyal – Supply Chain Analyst

Equipment OppAlerts:

  • Air Emissions Control Equipment
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Control Systems and Instrumentation
  • Conveyors
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Fire Suppression Equipment
  • Floor Coatings
  • Heat Exchangers
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Lift Trucks
  • Loading Dock Equipment
  • Material Handling/Storage Equipment
  • Mechanical Construction
  • Networking/Security Equipment
  • Packaging Equipment
  • Process Equipment
  • Signage
  • Tank/Vessels

NEW YORK:
Company Name: Martens Fresh
Produce company is expanding and planning to invest $5 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently acquired 123,000 sf warehouse and cold storage facility at 607 Phillips St. in FULTON, NY. They are currently seeking approval for the project.
Anticipated Investment: $5,000,000
Reason Behind Expansion: Modernize equipment and renovation of a warehouse and cold storage facility
Tax Incentives: $940,000
Project Contacts:
Timothy Martens – Owner
Janet Hinman – Dir. Operations
David Hickey – Maintenance Mgr.

Equipment OppAlerts:

  • Building Construction
  • Building Renovation
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Conveyors
  • Cranes and Hoists
  • Fire Suppression Equipment
  • Floor Coatings
  • HVAC Equipment
  • Lift Trucks
  • Loading Dock Equipment
  • Material Handling/Storage Equipment
  • Mechanical Construction
  • Networking/Security Equipment
  • Signage

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