Food and Beverage Manufacturing Industry

 

KEEPING FOOD MANUFACTURING SUSTAINABLE

 

The Food & Beverage manufacturing industry contains companies involved in processing raw food materials, packaging, and distribution. This includes fresh, prepared foods as well as packaged foods. CECO delivers proven products and systems for a wide range of emission control, filtration and fluid handling challenges including volatile organic compound (VOC) abatement; mist elimination; acid gas scrubbing; dry particulate filtration; industrial dust; fume, mist and air handling systems; fluid handling; filtration; and fume hood exhaust.

Our technologies have been applied to a wide range of process applications including:

  • Beverage can manufacture
  • Bottling process
  • Manufacture of flavors
  • Food processing, such as coffee roasting and frying
  • Wastewater treatment (municipal and industrial)
  • Chemical manufacture
  • Rendering

CECO commonly addresses the challenges of food & beverage manufacturing with clean, safe, and efficient products and solutions within our CECO family of brands shown below.

Adwest

Founded in 1988 and integrated into the CECO Environmental family in 2012, Adwest is a global leader in thermal and catalytic oxidation solutions for reducing volatile organic compounds (VOCs), hazardous air pollutants (HAPs), and odorous emissions. With over 1,200 installations worldwide, we deliver efficient, cost-effective air abatement systems across industries including chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, flexible packaging, and food manufacturing.

Compass Water Solutions

Compass Water Solutions® provides advanced water treatment systems for marine, offshore, chemical, and industrial sectors, backed by 50+ years of expertise in oily-water separation and reverse osmosis. Compass® is supported by factory-trained representatives worldwide and delivers seamless installation, operation, and compliance. The acquisition enhances access to a growing industrial water market, with strong potential in oily-water and seawater RO applications.

EFM

Effox-Flextor-Mader (EFM) is a global leader in designing and manufacturing dampers and expansion joints for flue gas and process air handling systems. Our products are engineered to meet stringent specifications, ensuring durability, reliability, and compliance with environmental standards. EFM specializes in custom-engineered solutions for industries like power generation and heavy industrial markets, offering products capable of withstanding extreme temperatures and harsh environments.

EIS

EIS provides cost-effective air pollution control systems for industrial VOC, odor, and acid gas abatement. Acquired by CECO Environmental in 2020, our UK-based team delivers turnkey solutions—such as thermal oxidizers, concentrators, and scrubbers—customized for compliance and performance. Our “whole of life” approach blends engineering expertise with localized service worldwide.

Fisher-Klosterman

Fisher-Klosterman is a global leader in industrial cyclones and venturi scrubbers for high-temperature, high-pressure, and corrosive environments. Founded in 1947 and acquired by CECO in 2008, we pioneered the XQ Cyclone and advanced scrubber technologies. Our custom-engineered systems serve the world’s toughest filtration needs with proven reliability and performance.

Flex-Kleen

Flex-Kleen has been a global leader in industrial dust collection and air pollution control for over six decades. We have installed over 80,000 systems worldwide and joined the CECO Environmental family in 2008. Our durable, high-performance solutions are custom-engineered for corrosive, combustible, and high-temperature environments across industries like chemicals, food, and plastics.

General Rubber

General Rubber Corporation is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing solutions and field services for industrial applications. With a product range spanning from 1” to 144”, they deliver innovative solutions for complex projects. We specialize in large-scale infrastructure components, such as 72” 9500-XL pinch and check valves for stormwater systems. Known for our expertise and versatility, General Rubber prides itself on handling projects "from the simple to the simply amazing."

KB Duct

KB Duct specializes in modular ducting solutions designed for industrial dust, fume, mist, and air handling systems. With a focus on quality and innovation, KB Duct offers clamp-together and flanged ducting systems that are easy to install, highly adjustable, and built to withstand even the harshest environments. From custom fabrications to complete system designs, KB Duct provides fast delivery, premium materials, and expert support to industries ranging from woodworking to chemical processing.

Kirk & Blum

Kirk & Blum is one of the largest and most experienced custom sheet metal and industrial ventilation fabricators in the United States. Since 1907, Kirk & Blum has been a trusted leader in designing, fabricating, and installing dust, fume, and mist control systems. With turnkey capabilities, they provide custom-engineered solutions, from initial design to installation, ensuring optimal efficiency and compliance with environmental standards. Whether it’s a small retrofit or a large-scale industrial project, Kirk & Blum has the expertise and resources to support projects of all sizes.

Mefiag

Mefiag specializes in corrosion-resistant filtration systems primarily for the plating, anodizing, and metal finishing industries. Established in the Netherlands in 1953, Mefiag has nearly 70 years of expertise in developing filters, valves, pressure vessels, piping, and control panels. The company became part of CECO in 2013 through the acquisition of Met-Pro. Our products are widely used in industries such as automotive, construction, and sanitary applications.

Peerless Water

Peerless Water delivers efficient, customized water and wastewater treatment systems for both onshore and offshore industrial applications, combining decades of engineering expertise with deep market knowledge across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Our compact, reliable packages support produced water, industrial wastewater, sewage, and potable water treatment, tailored to meet critical infrastructure needs. Backed by a global footprint, fabrication partners, we ensure each system reflects our commitment to quality, innovation, and cost-effectiveness.