Plant-based Proteins

Whether your company is starting up a new greenfield plant, or transitioning an existing line to processing plant-based products, Hixson can help. For over sixty years, Hixson has provided design and engineering services to food and beverage clients throughout North America, and can leverage this experience for your company’s success in the plant-based category.

An Experienced Partner in Plant-Based Proteins

Hixson has significant experience designing facilities for plant-based food products. Some of our capabilities include:

  • Sanitary design and facility segregation for allergens and raw/Ready-to-Eat (RTE) products
  • Material and ingredient movement and storage
  • Formulation and kitting
  • Blending and emulsification
  • Extrusion, forming, linking, batter, breading
  • Frying, cooking, and chilling
  • Primary and secondary packaging
  • Equipment selection, including blenders, Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), filling, packaging, palletizing, etc.
  • Dust collection
  • Humidity control

Navigating the Regulatory Landscape

At Hixson, our architects and engineers are knowledgeable and experienced in designing projects that meet requirements for the USDA, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Safe Quality Food Institute (SQF), and other regulatory standards.

Contact Us

Want to learn more about Hixson and how we can help your plant-based protein facility? Contact a member of our team today!

Nathan Arnold
Director, Client Development
Max Mather
Director, Client Development