Project Overview

Industrial Competence served as the general partner for the modernization and expansion of this heritage bakery facility. The project involved upgrading existing infrastructure while maintaining continuous production, integrating new automated baking lines, and implementing energy-efficient systems throughout the facility.

Key Challenges & Solutions

• Continuous Production: Managed phased implementation to maintain bakery operations throughout modernization
• Heritage Building Constraints: Integrated modern systems within existing structural limitations while preserving architectural character
• Automation Integration: Coordinated installation of automated mixing, proofing, baking, and packaging lines
• Energy Efficiency: Implemented heat recovery systems, LED lighting, and high-efficiency ovens reducing energy consumption by 30%
• Food Safety Upgrades: Enhanced hygienic design with zoning, improved air handling, and sanitation systems
• Regulatory Compliance: Updated facility to meet current FDA, AIB, and SQF standards

Project Scope

As the general partner, Industrial Competence managed all aspects of this complex modernization project including design coordination, construction sequencing, equipment procurement, and regulatory compliance. The project expanded the facility from 25,000 to 35,000 square feet while integrating three new automated production lines.

The modernization included installation of high-capacity spiral mixers, automated proofing systems, tunnel ovens with heat recovery, robotic packaging lines, and enhanced quality control laboratories. The project was completed on schedule and 5% under budget, with the facility achieving SQF Level 3 certification upon completion.