SIOUX FALLS, SD – John Morrell & Co.’s Sioux Falls, SD, pork packing plant is adding new equipment to its slaughter, first-cut and fabrications departments, according to ArgusLeader.com.

The company plans to install four new hog singers, which burn hair off the carcasses, and a blood dryer. John Morrell filed for a construction permit in April. Construction is expected to begin during the summer.