Huel

  • Client: Huel
  • Location: Milton Keynes, UK
  • Value: £60k
  • Works: Dust Extraction and Ventilation.
  • Timeframe: 2 Months.

Precision Engineering for Huel: Dust Extraction System Installation in Milton Keynes

A&S Mechanical Engineering was selected for an exciting project involving the design and installation of a state-of-the-art mechanical dust extraction system at Huel’s new commercial warehouse in Milton Keynes. This installation was critical to ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of the facility, particularly during the production of Huel’s powdered supplements. The project was successfully completed on time, snag-free, and in line with Huel’s manufacturing schedule.

Challenges:

  1. Precision Dust Extraction: The need to extract powdered particulates from the manufacturing environment was paramount to ensuring the safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of the production process. The challenge was to design a dust extraction system that would effectively capture particulate matter without disrupting the manufacturing flow.
  2. Space and Layout Constraints: The design and installation needed to work seamlessly within the new warehouse’s layout, coordinating with the existing infrastructure and machinery to ensure optimal performance while minimising interference with the manufacturing process.
  3. Tight Project Timeline: The project had to be completed within a strict 2-month time frame to ensure the system was fully operational before manufacturing commenced. This required efficient project management and coordination to deliver on time.

Solution:

A&S Mechanical Engineering addressed the challenges of this project by implementing a bespoke mechanical dust extraction system tailored to Huel’s specific requirements:

  1. Tailored Mechanical Design: The A&S team developed a custom design for a comprehensive dust extraction system that efficiently captured powdered particulates from the manufacturing process, ensuring a safe and clean working environment.
  2. High-Performance Extraction Units: The system was equipped with powerful extraction units strategically placed to remove dust directly from the machines involved in the manufacturing process. This solution prevented contamination and maintained air quality within the facility.
  3. Efficient Installation Process: A&S’s expert installation team delivered the system snag-free and ahead of schedule. The installation was completed seamlessly within the existing warehouse layout, ensuring no disruptions to Huel’s planned manufacturing activities.

Results:

The successful completion of the project delivered the following key outcomes:

  • Effective Dust Management: The mechanical dust extraction system efficiently captured particulate matter, ensuring a clean and safe environment for Huel’s manufacturing operations.
  • Seamless Production Setup: The system was installed ahead of schedule, allowing Huel to commence manufacturing on time with no delays. The warehouse now operates smoothly with enhanced air quality and safety measures in place.
  • Precision and Efficiency: The custom-designed extraction units met all of Huel’s manufacturing requirements, contributing to the overall efficiency of the production process while maintaining stringent safety standards.

A&S Mechanical Engineering’s expertise in designing and delivering complex mechanical systems was once again demonstrated through the successful installation of a dust extraction system for Huel’s Milton Keynes warehouse. This case study highlights our ability to deliver high-performance solutions within challenging timelines, ensuring that our clients’ operations run smoothly and efficiently.