In seafood processing, every minute of downtime, every cleaning cycle, and every hygiene challenge directly impacts profitability. Choosing the right conveyor belting isn’t just a maintenance decision—it’s a business decision.
A leading fish processing plant in Vietnam recently transformed its production line by replacing its conventional modular conveyor belts with Volta SuperDrive™ homogeneous positive-drive belts. The results demonstrate how innovative belting technology can significantly improve operational performance while reducing costs.
From High Maintenance to High Performance
Like many seafood processors, the plant struggled with the inherent limitations of modular belts. Gaps and joints trapped product residue, extended cleaning times, increased maintenance requirements, and created potential areas for bacterial growth—driving up operating costs while making food safety more challenging.
To address these issues, the processor upgraded to Volta SuperDrive™ homogeneous belts, featuring a seamless, non-porous construction with integrally extruded teeth. The new solution eliminated the crevices where bacteria could accumulate, improved belt tracking, and simplified routine sanitation.
The Results Speak for Themselves
Within the first year, the processor achieved measurable operational improvements:
- 61% reduction in total conveyor belt operating costs
- Annual belt-related costs reduced from $7,159 to $2,808
- Faster and easier wash-down procedures
- Elimination of time-consuming belt disassembly during cleaning
- Lower ongoing maintenance requirements
- Zero contamination incidents reported after installation
Customer Perspective
«I think Volta belts are the best because they are easily installed and cleaned. There are no spaces in the belt for bacteria to harbor, leaving no bad odor caused by bacteria.»
Fish Processing Plant, Vietnam
Why It Matters
For seafood processors facing increasing pressure to improve food safety, reduce downtime, and control operating expenses, conveyor belting has become a strategic investment rather than simply a replacement component.
This success story demonstrates how upgrading to homogeneous conveyor belting can deliver measurable returns through improved hygiene, lower maintenance, and a significantly lower total cost of ownership.
Read the full case study to discover how Volta SuperDrive™ belts helped deliver proven ROI, enhanced hygiene performance, and long-term operational savings.
