Highland Equipment Inc.

Capabilities & Services

Orbital Welding

High quality can be achieved consistently, weld-after-weld.
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Engineering

Our team will help to engineer an ideal solution.
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Fabrication

We control the process from design to completion to ensure the highest quality.
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Borescoping

Inspecting the quality of the welds and ensuring the integrity of the system.
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Passivation

Boosting corrosion resistance and general durability.
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Glass Beading

Improves surface finish and enhances corrosion resistance.
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Products

Stainless Steel Tanks

Serving as critical containment solutions across a range of industries and applications, stainless steel tanks can be used to store many different substances.
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Stainless Steel Pressure Vessels

Pressure vessels are carefully fabricated, enclosed containers designed to hold either gases or liquids at a different pressure than the surrounding air pressure.
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Stainless Steel Blenders

Highland Equipment’s stainless steel blenders can handle all viscosities.
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Clean-In-Place Systems

Our CIP systems ensure that our process equipment can be cleaned without the need to dismantle.
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Pharmaceutical

Experts in fabricating process systems for pharmaceutical manufacturers.

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Food & Beverage

Sanitary processing for all viscosities of food and beverage products.

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Dairy

Completely CIP-able, refrigerated storage and process systems for soft dairy production.

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Cannabis

Cutting edge systems for the distillation and extraction of cannabinoids.

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Brewing

From pilot systems to industrial brewery expansions, we can meet the needs and specifications of your brewery project.

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Cosmetics

Our stainless steel process systems are a perfect fit for your industrial cosmetic needs.

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Learn about the design, manufacture and installation of stainless steel process equipment for a variety of industries in our free eBooks and digital guides.

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Key Design Considerations for Process Systems

In order to ensure you’re setting up the ideal process equipment for your unique space, we've put together this eBook that details and explains 6 key elements that are crucial to consider when designing your process system.

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Continuous Protein Process Systems

We have developed unique technology known as the Continuous Protein Process System (CPP) resulting in substantial production efficiencies and cost savings. Learn more about the CPP System in this eBook.

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The Benefits of Orbital Welding

Orbital welding takes a difficult task and turns it into a low maintenance, easily automated process that results in higher levels of precision and reliability. Download the eBook to explore the logistical and financial advantages offered by orbital welding.

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Aseptic Processing Equipment

Download this eBook to learn more about the sterilization of processing equipment and to discover all of Highland Equipments product offerings to meet your sterile production needs.

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Positive Displacement Pumps vs. Centrifugal Pumps vs. High-Pressure Pumps

May 13, 2022 3:03 pm Leave a Comment

Many industries rely on pumps for their daily operations, including the dairy, brewing, food processing, beverage manufacturing, and personal care industries. Highland Equipment supplies various hygienic pumps for a wide range of applications. In this blog, we’ll take a detailed look at positive displacement, centrifugal, and high-pressure pumps, including their suitability for certain processing applications. […]

A Guide to Stainless Steel Tank Fabrication

October 27, 2021 4:24 pm Leave a Comment

Highland Equipment has been building unmatched stainless steel tanks and equipment for various sanitary process applications since 1973. As the leading provider of sanitary process equipment, Highland Equipment has the tools and experience needed for various tank projects, from one-tank requirements, complex pressure vessels, skidded systems, and custom equipment to a host of customized tank […]

Considerations for the Custom Sales and Consultation Process

October 20, 2021 4:59 pm Leave a Comment

For nearly 50 years, Highland Equipment Inc. has provided stainless steel design and installation of sanitary process equipment for clients in a range of industries, including pharmaceutical, food and beverage, cannabis, cosmetics, brewing, and more. From complex pressure vessels to skidded systems and a variety of customized tanks and equipment, we approach each project with […]

Aseptic Mixing Tanks: Applications & Considerations

August 25, 2021 7:54 pm Leave a Comment

Aseptic mixing tanks help keep contents consistently free from contaminants using either a nitrogen barrier or highly pressurized air to maintain a sterile environment. Highland Equipment provides aseptic tanks tailored to the specific needs of your application. In this blog post, we’ll review some of the primary industries that use aseptic tanks, as well as […]

Electropolishing vs. Passivation of Stainless Steel

July 21, 2021 4:42 pm Leave a Comment

The aesthetics or physical properties of metal may often see improvement by the application of various finishing techniques. For example, in custom metal basket applications, applying an appropriate finish will impact the functionality of the basket as much as the base material does. Two of the most popular finishing methods used for stainless steel include […]

Factory Acceptance Testing vs. Site Acceptance Testing

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Both Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) involve extensive testing of systems or system components to determine or verify compliance with the preapproved specifications. While there are similarities between the two, they are distinct processes. The following blog post outlines the key differences between FAT and SAT. What Is a Factory Acceptance […]

Passivation Methods to Preserve Stainless Steel Products

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What is the Passivation of Stainless Steel? Untreated stainless steel has a chemically reactive surface and can rust over time. However, the process of passivation — chemically washing the body of a stainless steel part — protects the surface and results in a longer-lasting item that better resists corrosion and rusting. Passivation removes free iron […]

Factors That Determine High Shear vs. Low Shear Mixing

June 16, 2021 7:13 am Leave a Comment

Processing plants need rotating mixers that can handle different compositions and materials to meet a desired endpoint. When mixing impellers rotate in a batch, they generate shear, or stress, on the materials, to mix them together. The viscosity and other properties of liquids, as well as the presence of solids, determine the force needed to […]

How Do Companies Utilize Borescoping to QC Fabrications?

June 9, 2021 9:46 pm Leave a Comment

Borescopes are optical instruments that facilitate visual inspection of hard-to-reach spaces, such as the inside of narrow pipes or tubes. They consist of a lens or camera on one end, a flexible, semi-rigid, or rigid tube and/or fiber assembly, and a display on the other end. Industry professionals utilize them to inspect a wide range […]

Sanitary Welding

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What Makes a Weld Sanitary? A sanitary weld is fully penetrated, which means the weld accesses the ID of the tube and that it creates a 100% structural joint. This type of weld has a smooth surface where it will contact any product, ensuring easy and reliable cleaning with no crevices or oxidation that could […]

Automating Process Systems for Hygiene and Efficiency

April 7, 2021 4:27 pm Leave a Comment

At Highland Equipment, we specialize in the production of stainless steel processing equipment for food and beverage producers. These large-scale applications require thorough and reliable cleaning, which is done with the assistance of clean-in-place (CIP) systems. The CIP system is used to destroy the buildup of soil in machines that produce consumable products. Configurations in any […]

Understanding 3-A Standards

March 31, 2021 9:08 pm Leave a Comment

At Highland Equipment, we are a premier provider of sanitary process equipment and systems. Equipped with extensive experience and a wide range of capabilities, our customers know they can rely on us to provide individual units and complete turnkey process solutions that meet and/or exceed industry standards. One of the main sanitary standards our equipment […]

Common Types of Mixers and Agitators in Sanitary Process Applications

March 17, 2021 7:49 pm Leave a Comment

Stainless steel is a durable, corrosion-resistant material that is used for a variety of sanitary process applications. From food and beverage processing to pharmaceuticals, chemical processing, and manufacturing, stainless steel is widely valued for its strength and high resistance to rust and corrosion. For this reason, it is the primary material used to manufacture mixers […]

The Advantages of Skid Mounted Process Equipment

May 2, 2020 3:38 am Leave a Comment

Skid mounts are portable platforms used for mounting industrial equipment to facilitate easy and secure transportation and storage. The skid mount may take the form of a frame, rails, or pallet. The machinery is permanently mounted onto a skid at the point of manufacture, which gives the machinery’s future users advantages in terms of mobility, […]

Design Principles for Effective Clean-in-Place (CIP) Systems

April 24, 2020 6:17 am Leave a Comment

Clean-in-place (CIP) systems are an assembly of mechanical components and devices utilized to combine water, chemicals and heat to create cleaning solutions. These chemical cleaning solutions are pumped or circulated by the CIP System through other systems or equipment in order to clean them. As the name suggests, the intent of a CIP System is […]

The Continuous Protein Process Video

December 4, 2019 9:53 pm Leave a Comment

Highland Equipment Inc. has developed unique technology known as the Continuous Protein Process System (CPP) that produces various types of soft cheese requiring heat and acidification, as well as tofu and food grade casein products by a truly continuous method — resulting in substantial production efficiencies and cost savings. Interested in learning more about CPP […]

How Do Sanitary Valves for Stainless Steel Process Equipment Differ From Other Valves?

August 29, 2019 5:11 pm Leave a Comment

Sanitary valves are necessary in manufacturing processes where maintaining a clean, sterile environment is critical. Sanitary valves feature an absence of crevices or cavities where bacteria other contaminants can otherwise build up. Design and construction of a sanitary valve must facilitate easy cleaning-in-place (CIP) and circulate CIP fluids. Some industries and applications where sanitary valves […]

Keys Factors to Consider When Choosing a Material for Metal Fabrication

June 13, 2019 12:21 pm Leave a Comment

The metal fabrication industry makes use of various materials and techniques to create high-performing, reliable products for diverse industries and applications. Blanking, cutting, drawing, stamping, bending, hydroforming, roll forming, stamping, and welding are a few of the most popular fabrication techniques, but the best method will depend on the specific application at hand and the […]

The Benefits of Mechanical Polishing

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Mechanical polishing involves the utilization of processes such as grinding and buffing in order to remove scratches, gouges, and other damage appearing on the surface of a material. Mechanical polishing is done to improve the surface condition of a product for decorative or functional purposes — or both. Understanding the Mechanical Polishing Process There are […]

3 Key Design Considerations for Your Process Systems

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The innovation driving modern-day production may be an art, but the optimization of the various processes involved is definitely an exact science. There are two ways to go about production. Some choose to go with a fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants approach, in which things work sometimes, or most of the time, and when they don’t, it’s back to […]

Highland Equipment’s Continuous Protein Process System

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Food processing is a complex undertaking. At every stage of production, processors need to follow rigorous safety standards to ensure that their products remain free of contaminants. At the same time, they need to heat, blend, and store every ingredient according to exact specifications to ensure the quality of the finished product. With so many […]

The Benefits of Dimple Jackets for Pressure Vessels

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Used in a huge range of industries, from food and beverage processing to chemical and petrochemical manufacturing, fluid management is critical for ensuring smooth, efficient, and safe operations. In these applications, jacketed vessels are used for custom temperature control of containers’ contents, which may be hazardous or sensitive. Available in a variety of different designs […]

Benefits of Orbital Welding

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In orbital welding, the workpiece is held in place while the welding arc moves around it continuously in 360° to melt and connect the two objects being welded together. Orbital welding may also refer to two 180° welders being used in tandem for the same purpose. This process addresses issues that can be challenging for […]

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Full Range of Stainless Steel Equipment
From Design to Installation
International Presence

Highland Equipment’s Quality Control Specialists work hard to ensure that our shop fabrication, field assembly and erection of piping systems meets and exceeds all industry standards.

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Industry Leaders in the Design, Fabrication, Installation, and Service of Sanitary Stainless Steel Process Equipment

Orbital Welding

Engineering

Fabrication

Borescoping

Passivation

Glass Beading

Stainless Steel Tanks

Stainless Steel Pressure Vessels

Stainless Steel Blenders

Clean-In-Place Systems

Pharmaceutical

Pharmaceutical

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage

Dairy

Dairy

Cannabis

Cannabis

Brewing

Brewing

Cosmetics

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Free and Informative Resources

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Key Design Considerations for Process Systems

Continuous Protein Process Systems

The Benefits of Orbital Welding

Aseptic Processing Equipment

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