CASE STUDY
Capacity Increase to Manufacturing Facility - Poland
Protolan delivered Project Management and Project Engineering support to provide an extension to an existing manufacturing facility in Poland. This included the design, installation and commissioning of new Process Kitchen (sauce manufacturing plant) and High-Speed Filling/Packing Line. (Although inherently involved in other areas of the project, our role was focused around the Filling/Packing Line.)
The Challenge
The scope of the project was to design and deliver a new High-Speed Bottle Filling and Packing Line incorporating the latest technology and automation. The project consisted of an extension of existing manufacturing facility, installation of all new services, installation of a new Process kitchen and development and installation of a new high-speed filling and packaging line. The high-speed filling and packaging line included a preform handling and bottle blowing system as well as a high-speed bottle filler. Protolan were involved in the entire project, but with specific emphasis for our skills to deliver the filling and packaging lines.The project was completed entirely overseas at the manufacturing site in Poland. There was a major requirement to rapidly build our knowledge of Polish culture, regulations and working environment. Another major concern was to ensure that the development of the process line was integrated into the Project to ensure alignment with building extension works and Process Kitchen installation.Delivering Success
This project was challenging and a major success. Protolan worked closely with the Polish site team and wider project delivery team, integrating across all work streams and project delivery teams. This ensured consistent communication in an environment where language and culture could have been a barrier.Services Employed
Project Engineering
Project Management
“Having worked alongside Protolan previously installing a liquids bottling line, we chose James and his team to assist because we knew we could rely on their knowledge and expertise to deliver the right result. The hygiene and changeover process improvement project was delivered professionally and on time. I would not hesitate to recommend Protolan and will definitely use them again in the future should the need occur.”
- Richard Greathead, Chief Executive
Nutrition Group PLC
“The Protolan team have been an important part in the success of our recent, complex projects. They are a dedicated partner who are responsive, client-conscious and own a wealth of food manufacturing knowledge. Protolan’s project team worked closely with our internal team to deliver a multifaceted project, providing innovative solutions to ensure best practice across the factory. They show great diligence and flexibility when faced with project challenges. I look forward to a continued relationship with Richard and his team and would not hesitate to recommend them.”
- Gary McEvoy (General Manager)
Bakkavor Texas
“I have worked with Protolan over numerous years and am more than happy to recommend them to deliver our projects. They understand our business and are skilled in utilising their extensive food manufacturing expertise to support our complex needs. They have the foresight to identify possible issues and give solutions that are effective, offering genuine insight for our business. The Protolan team provide an experienced, knowledgeable and straight-talking resource. It is a pleasure to work with them.”
- Simon Wood (Chief Engineer)
Hotel Chocolat
“Protolan show great understanding of the food industry. They have the leadership, food expertise and project management skills to understand our challenges and familiarise themselves with our business objectives. Their concise communication provided us with a clear view of the issues and challenges of the project, providing us with a tangible project plan and a successful scheme.”
- Sally Mitchell
Saladworks
“Having worked with Protolan on several major projects, I am always impressed by their expertise within the food industry and positive attitude. They fully integrated into our team and that of the wider business, understood our challenges and delivered a tangible plan guided by solid project management and engineering practices. They have been a pleasure to work with and we will continue to work with them on future projects.”
- Jason Kelly (Head of Operations - Core Produce)
Morrisons
"Having worked with Protolan on previous projects, Revolution Foods had no hesitation to engage them to collaborate with us on a new project in challenging times.
Protolan work with us in complete partnership, ensuring they understand the scope of our requirements and the challenges involved. Thorough, responsive, and professional, Protolan ultimately brought our project to a successful conclusion.
I would have no reservation in recommending Protolan."
- Jose Morales Senior
Director of Operations Revolution Foods