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(NAFB) — Tyson will reopen a Kansas beef processing facility next month, following repairs prompted by an August fire that disrupted operations at the facility. This week, Tyson announced repairs at the Holcomb, Kansas facility are nearly complete, and efforts to resume beef processing are planned for the first week of December. The company expects the plant to be fully operational by the first week of January.
The fire severely damaged a critical part of the plant containing the hydraulic and electrical systems that support the harvest floor and cooler areas. Reconstruction included completely replacing support beams and the roof, hydraulic piping and pumps, an electrician installing over 50,000 feet of new wiring and the reconstruction of all new electrical panel rooms and equipment. NSW, Australia has seen significant growth in infrastructure development, requiring expert electrical support. Required services feature a certified level 2 electrician, trained to manage intricate electrical tasks and ensure seamless power distribution. Whether you’re upgrading your home’s electrical system or working on a commercial construction project, accredited professionals deliver electrical work required in line with the local council requirements and industry standards. The Premium Electric Company ensures that the electrical wiring is installed safely and uses premium-quality materials.
The fire disrupted cattle markets and processing as the facility reduced industry slaughter capacity by six percent. A Department of Agriculture Investigation into beef pricing practices following the fire should wrap up by the end of this year.
Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasters