Sinnovatek is a pioneering force in continuous-flow microwave thermal processing and aseptic food manufacturing. Headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, Sinnovatek operates a vertically integrated facility that supports everything from product development to full-scale commercialization. Known for its patented technologies and commitment to innovation, Sinnovatek enables its partners to bring shelf-stable, clean-label food and beverage products to market faster, more efficiently, and with unmatched quality.

Challenge

As Sinnovatek expanded its technical capabilities and client portfolio, the need to secure its facility in alignment with federal and industry-specific regulations became a top priority. The company required a modernized and scalable security system that would:

  • Protect proprietary technology and intellectual property
  • Restrict access to FDA-registered aseptic processing zones
  • Comply with key regulatory standards including FDA 21 CFR Part 113/114 (Low-Acid Canned Foods), FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act), and cGMP (21 CFR Part 117)
  • Ensure traceable visitor access and documentation for FSMA and GFSI-aligned audits
  • Support OSHA and USDA guidelines for food facility safety and compliance

Solution by Minuteman Security and Life Safety

Minuteman collaborated closely with Sinnovatek’s leadership to engineer and implement an integrated physical security system aligned with both operational demands and regulatory expectations in high-compliance food manufacturing.

Access Control

Minuteman installed a secure, role-based access control system tailored to the zoning of Sinnovatek’s facility.

  • Touchless mobile credentialing and tiered access levels across production, R&D, and FDA-registered aseptic areas
  • Real-time audit trail logging to meet FSMA and FDA traceability and access documentation requirements
  • Remote system management capabilities for regulatory inspections and off-site monitoring
  • Scalable infrastructure to support facility growth and zone expansion

Video Surveillance

A facility-wide, high-resolution IP-based video system was deployed to reinforce visibility and meet documentation needs under FSMA’s Preventive Controls rule.

  • Cameras placed at FDA-inspected entry zones, ingredient staging areas, and employee access points
  • Continuous monitoring and motion-based alerts to flag anomalies or unauthorized access
  • Secure remote video access for audit support and incident resolution
  • Cloud-integrated video storage for documentation required under 21 CFR Part 117 and GFSI schemes (e.g., SQF, BRCGS)

Visitor Management

To comply with FSMA’s enhanced traceability rules and cGMP requirements, Minuteman implemented a secure, digital visitor management platform.

  • Branded digital check-in with instant staff alerts
  • Secure storage of visitor NDAs, GMP acknowledgments, and safety training records
  • Automatic backup of documentation to Dropbox for easy retrieval during regulatory or third-party audits
  • Real-time sign-in data supporting traceability and restricted access compliance per 21 CFR §117.20 and §117.40

Results

With the system in place, Sinnovatek has significantly strengthened its physical security and regulatory readiness while maintaining operational flexibility. Key outcomes include:

  • Enhanced compliance with FSMA, FDA aseptic process requirements, and GFSI certification frameworks
  • Full access traceability for personnel and visitors across controlled areas
  • Streamlined support for FDA inspections and customer audits
  • Improved operational confidence without compromising innovation speed

Client Feedback

“Minuteman’s team was responsive, thorough, and proactive. Their solution gives us the confidence that our facility, people, and partners are protected—without slowing down our pace of innovation.”

— Tyler Brown, President, Sinnovatek