September 24, 2019 posted in Location Consulting
Austin Consulting is unique among site selection firms in that its professionals constitute a division of a premier design-build firm. Our routine collaboration with in-house engineering and architectural colleagues across all technical disciplines gives Austin Consulting unique insight into the industrial design-build process.
Recently, Charles Slife and I traveled to Pennsylvania, with a team from The Austin Company to visit an ongoing project for a baking and snack manufacturer. During this visit, we gained a better understanding of the many unique aspects and challenges associated with engineering and constructing food processing facilities.
At the location, The Austin Company assisted the manufacturer in designing, engineering and constructing plant refrigeration upgrades, eliminating 22 refrigeration units, and installing two new ammonia and glycol-based cooling systems.
Observations that Charles and I made from this visit – but that should be considered for most projects – include:
Whether a company is in search of a new building or intends to construct a custom-built facility from the ground-up, the counsel and input from knowledgeable location consultants can be instrumental to overall project success. The professionals at Austin Consulting have the knowhow to assist decision makers in selecting the best option to meet the Owner’s project needs and objectives.
Strong relationships with colleagues throughout the industrial design-build process allow Austin Consulting to expertly evaluate the characteristics of a property, consider how a proposed operation would need to be adapted to succeed at a given location, and offer clients immediate connectivity to expert engineers and architects.
To connect with one of our knowledgeable team members for a media opportunity, please contact Leslie Panfil via phone or email. We look forward to sharing our expertise!