Production

Bottling facilities differ in the types of bottling lines they operate and the types of products they can run. There are Cans vs. Bottles, Hot-Fill vs. Cold-Fill and Natural vs. Conventional packaging. It is critical to understand the requirements of the beverage brand before you begin the production process. Demand for non-alcoholic beverages has been the catalyst for innovations in drink production in recent years, including beverage plants, processing and, packaging.

No two-beverage plants are alike. The beverage process each beverage production facility implements, is as varied as the beverage packing equipment that is available. Based on the brand’s requirements, the capabilities to consider include:

• Cold Fill
• Hot Fill
• Carbonation
• Aseptic or tetra pack
• Tunnel Pasteurization

Manufacturing Fees

Other key considerations are the contract manufacturing fees charged by the beverage production company to conduct a production capability assessment and locate geographically friendly locations for the facility. Freight expenses will increase if a production facility is far from main areas of distribution, or if it is far from the source of raw materials. Effectively managing the cost of goods is important for a successful drink business, and beverage production decisions have a significant impact on the cost structure.