Haigh’s Chocolates

Engineering precision for temperature-critical chocolate production at scale

Client: Haigh’s Chocolates

Location: Salisbury South, SA / Kaurna Country

The challenge

As Haigh’s Chocolates prepared to double its production capacity, the challenge wasn’t simply scale — it was precision. Any deviation can compromise product quality. For this $130 million expansion, the client needed a high-performance facility that could uphold traditional chocolate-making standards while embracing future-ready technology.

Our Approach

Led by Project Director James Bowman and Project Team Lead Daniel Currie, Lucid partnered with Haigh’s to develop infrastructure that blends innovation with artisan production values. We focused on ensuring environmental consistency throughout the manufacturing and storage areas, coordinating closely with the broader project team to align services with highly specific operational requirements.

Solutions delivered

Integration of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic services within food-grade standards
Fire protection and safety systems customised for food manufacturing environments
Coordination of services to support quality assurance across manufacturing zones
Design flexibility to support future operational scaling and equipment upgrades

Outcomes

Supports Haigh’s ambition to double production capacity
Maintains precise environmental conditions essential for product quality
Creates infrastructure that supports food safety, operational efficiency and brand growth
Enhances local employment through expanded operations
Preserves the integrity of a heritage brand while enabling future innovation

Better World Impact

This project demonstrates how engineering can elevate craft. By designing around the unique requirements of chocolate production, Lucid helped Haigh’s Chocolates honour its legacy while preparing for growth. It’s a sweet intersection of tradition, innovation, and regional economic impact — a legacy built on precision, purpose and pride.

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