Business Details
32 Years
experience
Custom Engineering Solutions for Food & Beverage Industry
Since 1994, Sharpe Engineering has been a trusted partner in delivering innovative engineering solutions tailored to the food and beverage industry. Our team of experts has successfully completed over 10,000 projects, accumulating more than one million hours of hands-on experience. We specialize in system integration, sanitary processing, and material handling, ensuring our clients achieve operational efficiency and reliability. Our approach combines engineering excellence with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by food producers. We manage projects from initial design to execution, allowing clients to focus on their core operations while we handle the technical details.Our dedication to transparency and client-centric solutions has fostered long-term relationships across diverse markets. With offices in Sun Prairie and Amherst, Wisconsin, we serve clients nationwide, including the Midwest and Texas. Our capabilities span packaging system integration, automation, and project management, supporting industries ranging from fresh produce to frozen foods. We pride ourselves on delivering custom solutions that modernize facilities and optimize production. Backed by decades of experience and a commitment to innovation, Sharpe Engineering remains a leader in food industry engineering.
Services
Packaging System Integration
Sanitary Process Systems
Material Handling Solutions
Automation & Controls
Project Management & Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in food industry engineering solutions.
- Our team delivers tailored solutions for modernizing and optimizing facilities.
- We manage projects from design to execution with precision and reliability.
- Our expertise spans sanitary processing, automation, and system integration.
- We serve diverse markets including fresh produce, frozen foods, and dairy.
Services
Packaging System Integration
We specialize in seamlessly integrating packaging systems to ensure harmonious operation of new and existing equipment. Our solutions enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and adapt to evolving production needs. Clients benefit from streamlined workflows and optimized packaging line performance tailored to their specific industry requirements.
Sanitary Process Systems
Our sanitary process systems ensure components like instrumentation and piping work together effectively. These systems improve operational efficiency and reliability while meeting strict hygiene standards. Clients gain enhanced product safety and compliance with industry-specific sanitation regulations in food processing environments.
Material Handling Solutions
Innovative material handling solutions maximize throughput by streamlining goods movement within facilities. Our designs address space constraints and operational challenges, delivering improved productivity and reduced labor costs for food producers handling bulk or packaged products.
Automation & Controls
We implement advanced control and automation technologies to optimize workforce efficiency and system connectivity. These solutions enhance precision in production processes, reduce human error, and provide scalable infrastructure for future technological upgrades in food manufacturing operations.
Project Management & Engineering
From initial design to milestone tracking, we manage entire projects to ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery. Our comprehensive approach covers engineering, scheduling, and execution, allowing clients to focus on core business while we handle technical complexities.
People
Gregory P. Fritz
President
Gregory P. Fritz leads Sharpe Engineering with a focus on strategic growth and client satisfaction. With decades of industry experience, he oversees operations and ensures the company maintains its commitment to innovative engineering solutions and exceptional service.
Gene Scherr
Founder & Senior Vice President
Gene Scherr founded Sharpe Engineering in 1994 and continues to guide its evolution. His leadership emphasizes technical excellence and adaptability to industry advancements, ensuring the company remains a trusted partner in food industry engineering.
Tim Sullivan
Senior Vice President
Tim Sullivan drives operational excellence as Senior Vice President. With extensive experience in engineering and project management, he focuses on delivering high-quality solutions that meet client needs while maintaining Sharpe's standards of reliability and innovation.
Jordan Rageth
VP of Finance
Jordan Rageth oversees financial strategy and fiscal health at Sharpe Engineering. His expertise ensures sustainable growth and resource allocation to support the company's long-term vision and client-focused initiatives.
Lacy Davis
Human Resources Manager
Lacy Davis leads HR initiatives to attract and retain top talent in the engineering and food processing sectors. Her work ensures a skilled workforce that aligns with Sharpe's mission of delivering exceptional service and technical expertise to clients.
Questions
What industries does Sharpe Engineering & Equipment serve?
We serve diverse food and beverage sectors including fresh produce, frozen foods, dairy, bakery, confectionery, and snack production.
What services does Sharpe offer?
Our services include packaging system integration, sanitary process systems, material handling solutions, automation, and full project management.
How long has Sharpe been in business?
Sharpe Engineering & Equipment has provided engineering solutions since its founding in 1994, with over 30 years of industry experience.
Do you handle projects nationwide?
Yes, we serve clients across the United States, with primary offices in Wisconsin and projects completed in Texas, the Midwest, and beyond.
