SAFE PLANTS FOR SWEET PRODUCTS CONFECTIONERY
A LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION
Austin has delivered comprehensive project solutions including master planning, site selection, design, engineering, procurement, and construction services to the Confectionery production community for decades. Our long-standing commitment to this sector is built on deep industry knowledge and a record of successful projects.
AUSTIN DELIVERS
UNCOMPROMISING SAFETY STANDARDS
Austin is committed to safety, as proven by our EMR of 0.67 and over 9 million hours without a lost-time accident. Our HAACP-certified engineers integrate sanitary design principles into every project and ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and FSMA regulations.
COMPREHENSIVE INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
With firsthand knowledge of confectionery line operations, our subject matter experts (SMEs) design and execute projects that prioritize operational efficiency, ease of maintenance, sanitation, and food safety. This expertise is embedded into every project, ensuring your systems are optimized from day one.
From ingredient delivery and cocoa processing to mixing, cooking, forming, tempering, enrobing, packaging, and end-of-line automation, Austin brings deep expertise to every phase of chocolate and confectionery production.
LONG-TERM PARTNERSHIP
We don’t just build facilities—we build relationships. Austin works with you to align the project with your strategic goals. From renovations and expansions to new product introductions, Austin delivers value without compromising on quality or performance. We focus on achieving your capacity and schedule goals while maintaining cost-efficiency—making sure your investment delivers long-term returns.
STRATEGIC BUSINESS ALIGNMENT
Every project begins with an understanding of your business objectives. We conduct productivity assessments and bottleneck analyses to determine the most effective path forward. Combined with our Master Planning services, we help you make informed decisions that support sustainable growth.
CONSULTING
Site Selection
Labor Market Analysis
Incentive Negotiations
Site Suitability
Logistics Analysis
Manufacturing Consulting
CONSTRUCTION
Full Service Design-Build / EPC
Programming
General Contracting and Construction Management
Cost Estimating
Equipment Procurement and Installation
Integration and Start-up Services
TECHNOLOGY
DESIGN AND ENGINEERING
Process and Packaging Systems
Master Planning
Feasibility Studies
Architectural
Civil
Structural
Mechanical
Process Engineering
Electrical
Refrigeration
Wastewater
Austin leverages virtual design and construction (VDC), including Building Information Modeling (BIM), to enhance coordination, identify clashes early, and support informed decision-making. Engineering efforts are guided by lean principles to reduce waste, improve productivity, and maximize value for the owner across the full project lifecycle.
SERVICES AND TOOLS
PROCESS SIMULATION
HYDRAULIC ANALYSIS
LASER
SCANNING
BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING
VIRTUAL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
AUTOMATED CLASH DETECTION
MODEL-BASED ESTIMATING
AUTOMATED
SCHEDULE CONTROLS