As a recent piece in NWI Times noted, Meats by Linz (The Linz Shop), a renowned name in the meat industry, has recently expanded its operations with a cutting-edge facility in Hammond, Indiana. This new plant represents a significant advancement for the company. Here are a few highlights from the article:
The Largest Dry-Age Room in the World
Hammond, once known as State Line Slaughterhouse, is embracing its historical roots with the opening of a new $52 million meat processing plant by Meats by Linz. This state-of-the-art facility, spanning 120,000 square feet, significantly enhances the company’s production capacity.
The new plant can process up to 1,000 cases of fillets per week, supplying premium steaks to renowned steakhouses worldwide, including STK Steakhouse, Kinzie Chophouse, St. Elmo’s Steakhouse, Harry & Izzy’s, and Rosebud Steakhouse. Maintaining a constant temperature of 33 degrees, the refrigerated plant ensures optimal meat preservation, with workers donning embroidered puffy jackets for warmth while working.
A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation
Rob Ferrino of 219 Development highlighted the plant’s potential for global recognition, stating “It was less than two years ago that we were standing here with shovels and broke ground.” Ferrino continued, “Chefs and restaurateurs from all over the world will be coming to this facility in Hammond. The notoriety is going to be incredible. The facility will literally process tens of millions of dollars of the best beef in the world. It boasts of the largest dry age room in the world.”
With over 50 years of experience, Meats by Linz has earned a reputation for supplying premium meats to top-tier establishments nationwide. The investment in this advanced facility underscores their commitment to excellence and positions them as industry leaders.
Wrapping Up
The new Meats by Linz plant marks a significant achievement, bolstering their capabilities to meet the rising demand for high-quality dry-aged meat. With cutting-edge technology and a steadfast dedication to quality, they are poised for continued success and growth.
