plant-based food
technical capabilities
your unique requirements- delivered
We find unique solutions that adhere to the highest safety and quality standards for exceptional value.
At Plants to Food™, we have over 25 years of industry experience. Located in the Northeast US in Rhode Island, we are a geographically desirable area for producing plant-based products.
We offer our clients flexibility for their product packaging sizes and styles, lead times, and run sizes. With specialized equipment and spacious facilities, we can produce foods that are safe in quality, certified organic, non-GMO, kosher, and gluten-free.
Over the years, we have helped clients enhance GMROI, improve cash flow, increase turns, and reduce inventory.
our technical capabilities
form, fill & seal
Fin seal pillow bags from 2” to 6” wide variable length up to 16”
Free flow and non-free flow powders
Air expeller
Variable data thermal transfer printing
Film types include clear, pre-printed, multi-barrier
Capacity: over 2 million pounds annually
Metal detection
Example products: pancake mix, dry skillet meal mixes, dry product samples, dry bread mix
dry mix & fill
Free-flow and non-free-flow powders
Round and 4 panel glass & plastic containers with diameters from 1 3/4”– 5 1/2” inches and heights up to 16 inches
Wrap, 3 sided, safety seal and top labeling capabilities
Spray date and lot coding
Continuous thread capping from .5” – 2.75” diameter with a skirt thickness of between .433” and .83”, induction sealing and dispensing cap capable
Capacity: over 1 million pounds annually
Cap inspection and metal detection
Example products: spices, instant coffee/ tea, dry dessert blends
liquid fill (ambient)
Round bottles from 1” – 6” in diameter and 12” height
Metal and plastic twist cap from .79” to 2.28”
Spray date and lot coding
Capsuling machine for decorative neck finish
Wrap labeling
Cosmetic filling capability for low particulate, ambient and hot filled liquids
Cap inspection stations
Capacity: over 2 million pounds annually
Examples: culinary oils (grape seed, olive, sesame, avocado, etc.), soy sauce, beverages
kettle cook & fill
Capable of handling a wide range of viscosity levels from beverages to mayonnaise along with a wide range of particulate sizes
Small batch steam kettle cooking from 80 to 250 gallons
Round rigid and semi-rigid jars and bottles including plastic and glass from 1” – 6” diameter
Metal lug cap from 1.18” to 3.23”
Steam closure automatic lug capping
Exterior rinsing
Bottle neck finishing including cut to length cosmetic and safety bands (custom printing available)
Mechanical emulsification
High shear and low shear product agitation
Spray date and lot coding
Ph and temperature monitoring for acidified and formulated acid foods
Capacity: 6 million pounds annually
Examples: pasta sauce, salsa, dressings & marinades, bbq sauces, hot sauces, relishes
ingredient blending
Bulk blending of both free-flow and non-free flow powders
Size reduction
Flavor plating
Bulk packaged from 25 lb to 50 lb bag in box
Capacity: over 2 million lbs annually
Examples: spice blends, baking pre-mixes, dairy powders
quality
In house water activity (aw), ph, brix and viscosity testing
Acidified/formulated acid scheduled processes
Organoleptic testing program
Retain programs
Sqf for manufacturing
let us help you perfect your brand
As your co-manufacturing partner, we take care of your product’s sourcing, production, packaging, and fulfillment. Our facility and co-manufacturing services are available to plant-based food brands. Interested in co-manufacturing? Tell us more about your brand and product to see whether we are a good fit to help you grow your food business.