FWS Group was responsible for the design and construction of a state-of-the-art Canola Processing Plant, engineered to handle large-scale canola processing with advanced infrastructure. The project involved creating a high-capacity facility with streamlined operations to meet the demands of the agricultural industry.

The primary goals of the Canola Processing Plant project included:

• Developing a high-capacity facility capable of crushing 2,400 metric tonnes of canola per day.
• Creating a sustainable and efficient infrastructure to produce refined oil, meal storage, and manage waste effectively.
• Ensuring environmental compliance and operational efficiency through innovative design and robust systems.

The Canola Processing Plant integrates a range of advanced technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability:

• Daily Processing Capacity: The plant can crush 2,400 metric tonnes of canola per day, ensuring high throughput for large-scale processing needs.
• Refined Oil Production: The facility is equipped to produce 1,000 metric tonnes of fully refined, food-grade oil per day, supporting both commercial and industrial demands for quality oil.
• Slipform Concrete Meal Storage: The plant incorporates durable slipform concrete storage for processed canola meal, ensuring effective management of byproducts and maintaining operational efficiency.
• Structural Steel Buildings:
  • Seed Preparation Building: Dedicated to the preparation of canola seeds for processing.
  • Extraction Building: Houses the oil extraction process.
  • Refinery Building: Refines extracted oil into food-grade quality.
• Pre-Engineered Utility Building: This building houses essential systems and equipment, supporting the overall operations of the plant.
• Administration Office: An office facility supports plant management, operations, and oversight.
• Waste Water Lagoon: The inclusion of a waste water lagoon ensures environmental compliance and efficient treatment of process water, maintaining sustainability in operations.

The Canola Processing Plant project successfully provides Richardson Nutrition Holdings Limited with a high-capacity, efficient processing facility. The integration of advanced production systems and sustainable waste management processes ensures consistent, high-quality canola oil production while maintaining environmental standards. The plant's design and infrastructure support large-scale operations and provide flexibility for future growth.