In a critical setback for the largest national citrus juice manufacturer in the Country, a fire erupted in their juice pressing area, resulting in significant smoke and water damage across their entire facility. With the fruit season looming just ten weeks away, the challenge was not only to restore functionality but also to ensure compliance with stringent national hygiene standards.
The Challenge:
Following the fire, while thermal damage was contained to the immediate area, pervasive smoke and water damage spread throughout production zones, offices, and laboratories. The urgency lay in restoring operations swiftly and thoroughly, crucially meeting hygiene regulations essential for processing the upcoming fruit harvest.
The Solution:
To address this multifaceted challenge, the Steamatic Project Team was swiftly deployed to the remote facility location. They meticulously devised and implemented a comprehensive recovery strategy, prioritizing critical areas and initiating recovery operations promptly on a 'do and charge' basis.
Key measures included:
Conducting full stainless-steel decontamination and restoration efforts.
Utilizing dry ice blasting and manual labor to restore production lines.
Decontaminating laboratories and ensuring all test equipment met stringent hygiene standards.
Independently recalibrating equipment and facilitating the recovery of office spaces.
The Outcome:
Through decisive action and systematic execution of the recovery plan, the citrus juice manufacturer successfully restored full functionality to their facility within the tight timeframe. Not only did they meet but also exceeded national hygiene standards, ensuring readiness to process the $AUD22 million dollars' worth of fresh fruit as scheduled. The efficient response and meticulous efforts of the Steamatic Global Recovery Project Team not only minimized downtime but also safeguarded the manufacturer's reputation and market position, underscoring their resilience in the face of adversity.
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