Interior Food Processing Facility, rows of industrial storage racks, countless pallets on the racks, extremely high ceilings.

Food Processing Building Construction

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Food Processing

What’s at stake

Shifting population centers, a surge in e-commerce and home delivery, and increased demand for foods that are convenient, affordable, fresh, and flavorful are impacting how foods are sourced, prepared, and distributed. FCL-built food processing facilities – new construction, expansions, and retrofits – help a wide variety of food manufacturers and distributors to meet changing demands while running operations safely, securely, efficiently, and profitability.

FCL ADVANTAGES

We partner with food processing customers and their equipment manufacturers to address the unique specifications and standards for the project as a whole, down to every last construction detail.

Compliance Expertise

We’re experts in USDA and FDA rules and regulations, food category specific regulations (such as AIB), and best practices, in addition to local and regional zoning and permitting requirements, to ensure projects are in full compliance with all applicable manufacturing and inspection procedures and standards.

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Food Processing Building Construction FAQs

What is food processing building construction?

Food processing building construction involves designing and building facilities specifically engineered for food manufacturing, packaging, storage, and distribution operations.

 What makes food processing construction different from traditional industrial construction?

Food processing facilities require enhanced sanitary design, specialized mechanical systems, food safety controls, and regulatory compliance considerations.

What regulations affect food processing facility construction?

Projects may need to comply with FDA regulations, FSMA requirements, GMP standards, local health codes, and industry-specific food safety programs.

Can food processing facilities be expanded while remaining operational?

Yes, many projects utilize phased construction approaches that allow manufacturers to continue production while renovations or expansions are completed

Interior Food Processing Facility, employee break room/kitchen, dining tables, full bar.

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Food Processing Projects

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Specialty Bakery

Indianapolis, Indiana

Cloverhill Bakery

Cloverhill Bakery

Cicero, Illinois

Kalle

Kalle USA

Gurnee, Illinois

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