Food Production
Design Built

Otafuku Foods Inc. CA

Location
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Year
2013
Type
Design Built
Sector
Food Production
Size
25,000 sf
Status
Completed

New food manufacturing facility from scratch.

Project Background

Coordinate purchase existing free standing building and design / built conversion from printing warehouse to food manufacturing/ warehouse building including Freezer/ cooler and all production room with equipment.

Execution Approach

Site selection was the first major challenge we faced for this project. We inspected more than 20 sites with the client and broker, comparing them from many different angles. After considering the price, convenience, and environment of the different locations, we decided to establish the plant in Santa Fe Springs CA for its geographic relationship.

Outcome & Results

Coordination concerning production equipment.

Equipment for the sauce production facilities were provided by equipment vendor in both Japan and the U.S.

We managed this challenge by negotiating with all parties involved, including making scheduling adjustments to accommodate provision and plumbing for necessary utilities, as well as equipment vendors. During the UL, NSF, and other certification processes for the facilities, we coordinated and negotiated with clients and agents, certification organizations, and administrative bodies to ensure that certification could be obtained without any problems.

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