A leading Japanese owned brewery faced significant operational and compliance challenges stemming from a fragmented chemical storage and distribution system. Chemical totes and drums were dispersed throughout the facility, serviced by an aging infrastructure that failed to meet containment standards. This scenario posed acute environmental, health, safety, and production risks. Incompatible chemicals were stored in proximity, increasing the likelihood of hazardous incidents. Space constraints and excessive double handling further compounded inefficiencies, threatening both regulatory compliance and operational continuity.
First Key partnered closely with the Client and their chemical supplier to engineer a centralized storage and distribution solution. The design strategically accommodated incompatible chemicals within a single area, integrating robust containment, security, and health and safety protocols. Material selection was tailored for each chemical, and a central unloading system with larger storage tanks streamlined distribution. This eliminated double handling and reduced operational risk. First Key delivered comprehensive installation drawings, mechanical scopes, equipment and installation quotes, project budgets, and material compatibility analyses, ensuring every aspect of the solution was data-driven and future-ready.
The Client realized immediate safety and quality improvements, with the project delivered on time and within budget. The new system became a benchmark for company standards, supporting future growth and additional brewing chemicals. By mitigating imminent risks and optimizing chemical management, the Client unlocked scalable operational efficiencies and positioned themselves for continued expansion. The partnership with First Key not only addressed current challenges but also identified quantifiable opportunities for cost savings, compliance, and market leadership.
