Research and Development Pilot Plant

Salas O’Brien provided comprehensive mechanical, electrical, plumbing, technology, and commissioning services for a confidential food manufacturer’s research and development pilot plant. Our team engineered flexible, adaptable systems to support evolving scientific needs, including specialized HVAC for FDA-regulated and USDA-regulated environments. We developed a custom 18-hour sequence of operations to safely transition between these conditions, preventing condensation and protecting sensitive equipment.

The facility features robust refrigeration for coolers and freezers, a 200 boiler horsepower (BHP) sanitary steam boiler plant, centralized sanitation, and a central reverse osmosis (RO) water distribution system. Our design solutions maximized operational flexibility, efficiency, and safety, empowering the client’s R&D team to innovate confidently.