Anchor Ingredients Project
Project Specifications
Industry
Pet Food Facility
Dollar Amount
$6,500,000
Completion Date
2024
Location
Richmond, IN
Interstates partnered with Anchor Ingredients to deliver a high-performing automation solution for a new transloading facility in Richmond, IN, focused on efficiently processing pet food ingredients. With tight timelines and no in-house technical team, Anchor relied on Interstates for expert design, execution, and real-time automation that minimized manual intervention and improved operational efficiency. Key to the project’s success were strong communication, proactive safety measures, and collaborative problem-solving across trades. Interstates also emphasized long-term client support, empowering Anchor’s team to independently manage and troubleshoot the new system, reinforcing trust and paving the way for future collaboration.
Services Provided: Electrical Construction | Electrical Engineering | Industrial Automation & Integration
Key Scope Components
Automation System Design & Integration:
Interstates developed and implemented an automation system to direct various grain types efficiently and enable real-time operational control.
Process Development for Grain Handling:
The project involved designing systems for receiving, cleaning, and loading pet food ingredients with a focus on throughput and error reduction.
Operator Support & Training:
Interstates provided troubleshooting assistance and hands-on support during commissioning to help Anchor’s team become self-sufficient with the new system.