Barrett Petfood
Project Overview
Barrett Petfood is a family-owned and operated pet food extrusion company specializing in developing premium pet food diets, serving both emerging brands and industry leaders. Growing at a rapid pace, the company produces over 150 different types of pet food from dog, cat and bird food to more exotic items such as turtle, fish and primate food. The final products are distributed locally as well as exported around the world.
When the company needed a new 162,000-square-foot facility, they turned to Nor-Son Construction to bring their vision to life. As their Design-Builder, Nor-Son Construction met the fast-tracked schedule by coordinated closely with manufacturing equipment suppliers, using preliminary data to order building components efficiently. The main structure was designed with engineered columns, beams, and bar joists. Nucor Building Systems provided the wall secondary framing and insulated panels for the multi-height walls, ensuring durability and energy efficiency. State-of-the-art equipment, including an extruder that is the first to be installed in the United States, were custom designed throughout the fast-track construction schedule. Nor-Son continually worked to ensure the building was sized properly and not exceed the owner’s budget.
While the new facility is a conventional, red iron steel building, upgrades to the roof with fully adhered air/vapor barrier and a higher wind speed warranty were added. Early in the design stage, a building envelope consultant was brought in to eliminate any concerns of moisture getting into the assemblies since the process of their food production creates a lot of humidity. Proper continuity of the air barrier in roof and wall assemblies were also ensured.
MN-ND Associated Builders and Contractors State Award Winner for Excellence in Construction.
“The Nor-Son design build team was extremely accommodating in listening to our needs while improving construction costs for us to make appropriate decisions. The custom designed equipment we required for our processing was unknown during this time and Nor-Son was quick to react when designs were finalized.”
– Sarah Barrett, Owner, Barrett Petfood