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SPCC Implementation Tips: 10 Practical Lessons for Keeping Plans Effective

Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans are legally required for facilities with an aggregate aboveground oil storage capacity of 1,320 gallons or more. While preparing the plan is an important step…

Case Conveyor Design: Practical Guidelines to Maintain Stability

Whether in existing or greenfield manufacturing facilities, care should be taken regarding the angle of incline or decline for finished case conveyors when designing/laying out secondary packaging areas.

Why Early Decisions Matter More Right Now

Construction costs today are being pulled in different directions. While some sectors continue to expand, rising energy prices continue to work their way through the system, impacting transportation, materials like steel and copper, and other petroleum‑based products. At the same time, long lead times and skilled labor constraints are adding more uncertainty to costs and […]

From Experience: Cost Trends Edition

Over the past year, non‑residential construction activity has often been characterized as a tale of two divergent sectors, resulting in net negligible growth.

Using Sensors for Wastewater Surcharge Reduction

Sensors used for compliance monitoring are dictated by permit requirements, but wastewater influent sensors are selected based on the facility’s products and processes.

Counting Calories: Put Your Facility on a Diet

Hixson has observed from decades of plant surveys and client data that food processors will lose on average between 2% to 5% of their ingredients and products as waste.

Principles for Effective Steam Distribution

Steam distribution systems are a vital component to any food and beverage plant. Issues such as steam leaks, poor or failing pipe insulation, improperly managed condensate return systems or missed maintenance on steam traps are very real concerns that can cause steam distribution costs to skyrocket. In the February issue of Hixson’s From Experience newsletter, […]

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