While the facility currently processes more than 10 million bottles per year, the addition of a high-capacity, high-speed, small-format line will bring total capacity above 35 million bottles annually.
DrinkPAK will lease a 1.4 million-sq.-ft., build-to-suit facility on 74.8 acres in the Bellwether District of Philadelphia — serving as the company’s flagship manufacturing facility on the East Coast.
DFT has a broad portfolio of sterilization solutions and serves sectors of the food industry including seafood, ready-to-eat and infant food, meats, soups, dairy and pet food.
Horizon says the acquisition expands its portfolio, strengthens its presence across retail channels and reinforces its commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable products.
Foth says Food Plant Engineering’s location also allows it to more quickly and efficiently serve clients throughout the Ohio River Valley, and its architectural service offerings will contribute to greater efficiencies for design-build project delivery.
In addition to announcing expansion initiatives, Cal-Maine Foods has named Johnathan Zoeller as CFO for prepared foods and Dave Jordan as president of Echo Lake Foods.
Sourcing milk directly from local dairy farmers, the Georgia facility will process and bottle a variety of milk options Walmart’s Great Value and Sam’s Club Member’s Mark brands.