The $700 million AG Processing soybean processing plant in David City, Nebraska, began operations in September 2025. PENETRON ADMIX SB, a crystalline waterproofing admixture, was specified to ensure the new below-grade concrete structures were impermeable to moisture and hydrostatic pressure from the region's high groundwater levels.
ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The $700 million AG Processing soybean processing plant in David City, Nebraska, began operations in September 2025. PENETRON ADMIX SB, a crystalline waterproofing admixture, was specified to ensure the new below-grade concrete structures were impermeable to moisture and hydrostatic pressure from the region's high groundwater levels.
AG Processing (AGP) is a U.S. agribusiness focused on soybean processing and refining, producing soybean meal, refined oil, and biodiesel. Owned by 15 farmer-owned cooperatives in the Midwest, AGP represents around 200,000 farmers. The company operates 10 soybean processing plants, four oil refineries, and three biodiesel facilities across Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, and South Dakota.
"Behold the soybean! These legumes are not only a powerful source of edible protein, but they are also widely used in the production of fuel, plastics, rubbers, adhesives, solvents, lubricants and more," explains Patrick O'Brien, Western Region Sales Manager for Penetron USA.
A typical soybean processing plant first crushes the beans to remove the hull. The paste is then pressed to extract oil, and the remaining flakes are dried, toasted, and ground into meal. The new facility in David City processes over 50 million bushels of soybeans annually.
"Due to the high groundwater levels in that part of Nebraska, Albert Construction needed a waterproofing solution for the below-grade concrete structures of the AGP facility," states Patrick O'Brien. "If untreated and exposed to the hydrostatic pressure of the groundwater, these concrete structures can become susceptible to moisture infiltration, potentially leading to corrosion of the embedded reinforcement steel and deterioration of the structure over time."
ARPS Red-E-Mix, the ready-mix concrete provider, added PENETRON ADMIX SB, a crystalline waterproofing admixture, to 1,500 yds3 (1,150 m3) of concrete.
The concrete mix used for the David City facility's foundation slab and retaining walls is now impermeable and resistant to water damage and steel corrosion, effectively withstanding groundwater pressure.
PENETRON ADMIX SB creates a non-soluble crystalline network in concrete, blocking water, moisture, and chemicals. It also allows treated concrete to self-heal future microcracks.
"The below-grade concrete structures of the David City facility are now waterproof for the service life of the concrete," concludes Patrick O'Brien.
The Penetron Group is a leading manufacturer of specialty construction products for concrete waterproofing, concrete repairs, and floor preparation systems. The Group operates through a global network, offering support to the design and construction community through its regional offices, representatives, and distribution channels.
For more information on PENETRON crystalline technology solutions, please visit http://www.penetron.com, email: [email protected] or contact our Corporate Relations Department at 631-941-9700.
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