Case study: Cedar Meats Australia – Two Decades of Safety, Reliability & Growth

Cedar Meats Australia – Two Decades of Safety, Reliability & Growth

For over 20 years, Cedar Meats Australia, one of the country’s leading meat processing facilities in Melbourne, has trusted EES Electrics as their long-term industrial electrical partner.

From on-site maintenance to major industrial automation projects, EES Electrics ensures Cedar’s operations run safely, efficiently, and without costly interruptions. The partnership is built on trust, safety, and reliability, making Cedar’s plant one of the most electrically secure and efficient facilities in Victoria.

Case 1: Cedar Meats Australia Embedded Electricians – Minimising Downtime

Challenge: In a 24/7 production environment, electrical downtime meant lost product and revenue.

Solution: EES Electrics provided on-site embedded electricians in Melbourne, offering:

• Preventative maintenance and fault rectification.

• 24/7 emergency electrical support.

• Installation and upgrades without contractor delays.

Outcome: Downtime was reduced dramatically, and Cedar gained a fully supported in-house electrical maintenance team, backed by EES Electrics’ industrial expertise.

Case 2: Ammonia Detection & Safety Systems

Challenge: Ammonia leaks pose serious safety risks in refrigeration systems.

Solution: EES Electrics designed and installed a complete ammonia detection system, featuring:

• Advanced gas sensors and interlock controls.

• Automated power isolation during leaks.

• Alarm systems connected to management for instant alerts.

Outcome: Cedar now operates one of the most advanced electrical safety systems in Melbourne, ensuring worker protection and operational compliance.

Case 3: Site-Wide CCTV Security & Monitoring

Challenge: Cedar needed better visibility across its large production site.

Solution: EES Electrics delivered a custom industrial CCTV system, with:

• 100+ HD cameras and real-time monitoring.

• Integration with quality control and safety systems.

Outcome: Improved site security, traceability, and staff safety — providing peace of mind and compliance assurance.

Case 4: Livestock Tracking with Allflex EID Readers

Challenge: Manual livestock tracking created inefficiencies and compliance issues.

Solution: EES installed automated livestock tracking systems using Allflex EID readers, enabling:

• Real-time animal data capture.

• Automated compliance reporting.

Outcome: Cedar improved efficiency and traceability — a major win for smart factory electrical solutions.

Case 5: Cryovac Packaging Line – Boosting Productivity

Challenge: Cedar needed to increase output and reduce labour costs.

Solution: EES Electrics partnered with Amcor to install a high-speed Cryovac packaging system, including:

• Fully automated tunnels and bagging systems.

• Integrated industrial control panels.

Outcome: Throughput quadrupled while labour costs fell — a clear example of industrial automation success in Melbourne.

Case 6: Power Quality Analysis & Future-Proofing

Challenge: Rising energy demand risked costly penalties and reduced capacity.

Solution: EES conducted a comprehensive power quality audit and implemented:

• Total Power Factor Correction (TPFC).

• Load balancing and energy optimisation.

Outcome: Cedar saved thousands annually and increased infrastructure lifespan showcasing energy-efficient electrical engineering at its best.

Case 7: Conveyor Safety Interlock Systems

Challenge: Manual restarts and unsynchronised conveyors led to safety risks.

Solution: EES Electrics engineered interlock systems for coordinated start/stop control, reducing hazards and downtime.

Outcome: Cedar achieved a safer, smoother, and more efficient production flow.

Conclusion

For over two decades, EES Electrics Melbourne has been more than a :contractor we’ve been Cedar Meats’ safety and growth partner. We’ve delivered electrical maintenance, automation upgrades, and energy-saving solutions that make safety and productivity part of Cedar’s DNA.

At Cedar Meats, safe, efficient, and reliable operations are powered by EES Electrics a trusted name in industrial electrical contracting Melbourne

Beyond testing and compliance, real performance comes from engineered reliability.

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