Snacks

Snacks are relatively stable in terms of hygiene as most are marketed in small hermetically packed bags after baking, drying, or frying. The processing factories are often similar in part to vegetable processors or bakeries, but the abundance of oil and varied seasonings makes the workplace more complicated to clean. The product is also often fragile and abrasive in nature, especially when salted. Volta has excellent solutions for this industry and the belts handle product gently and provide extended belt life on salting and seasoning lines.

Baked snack longevity

Europe’s largest producer of baked savory snacks has used Volta for over 20 years. A post-seasoning conveyor was plagued with abrasion caused by salt which deposited miniscule plastic fragments from the belt into the product and wore the modular joints out in just over two years. A Volta 4mm positive drive belt was fitted in 2001 and gave over 13 years of consistent hygienic service. Similar belts were then installed on all the elevators used on multi-head weigher lines.

Fried snacks change over

The snack food market is a global market. The main consumers reside in Europe and North America. Trends suggest a growing market in Asia with an increase in demand for healthy versions. Recipes vary and oil types are scrutinized. Production practices per facility are as well. Volta’s fabrication capabilities replaced modular belts with a central belt hold down over the transition from horizontal to vertical utilizing a 900mm wide single cleat design. This eliminated both an unhygienic dirt trap, simplified maintenance and cleaning, and prevented hazardous oil seepage onto the work floor.

Rice snack conveyor belt conversion

An Asian customer was happy to work with an established Volta distributor and fabricator to convert most of the production floor to hygienic belting. The belts were designed to give optimal performance with specially finished cleats and clean conveyor design. It is rare to find identical requirements from even two conveyors and over 20 belts in this facility were made to specific design requirements and exacting standards of performance.

Fruit and nut mix snacks

Fruit and Nut mixes are increasingly popular as a healthy alternative to other snacks. The sourcing of the varied products that go into mixes creates several problems for companies packaging and selling these products which ultimately do not have full control over quality. A Volta customer overcomes this by sterilizing all material in a clean room. The equipment is commissioned to the highest standards of Hygienic Design. This minimizes the time spent in the room by cleaning staff and reduces the impact of outside agents in the room. Volta belts have been selected as the only compatible option in this environment.

SuperDrive™ (SD)

When you are looking for the ideal solution to help you increase your production rate, simplify the process, slash costs and comply with regulations, it’s time for SuperDrive™!

A Positive Drive belt that solves the key mechanical problems of classic flat belts, namely, slipping and off-tracking, SuperDrive™ helps lower running costs for reduced cost of ownership, requires less hot water, provides less chemical exposure, and reduces cleaning time.

As a result, you have more time and money for production. Perfect!

Dough Pump Conveyors

Dough pump conveyors are used to process raw dough in large-scale production bakeries.

These conveyors elevate dough at a sharp incline and commonly use plied belts with bottom guides. Due to uneven loads, bakery belts often suffer from off-tracking, and slippage, which can cause fraying, tearing and the need for belt tension, leading to belt failure. A retrofit to
SuperDrive™ solves all of that, making raw dough production… as easy as pie.

Narrow Transfers

Bakery lines often incorporate small pulley diameters and static ‘knife edge’ nose bars. When selecting the right belt for your business, make sure to measure the diameter/radius and, to note the wrapping angle.

Our bakery conveyor belts are specifically tailored for biscuit and pizza base cutting lines, helping make dough production simple and efficient.

Cutting Lines

Our TPE bakery conveyor belts are highly resistant to cuts and abrasion.

They are also easily repaired in the event of mechanical damage, making them robust, cost-effective, and literally, the best thing since sliced bread.

Integrity and Fairness

Ethical standards guide our business practices, reflecting our commitment to fairness, trust, and reliability. We value mutual respect, intellectual honesty, and humility.Each team member takes ownership of 

their decisions and pursues continuous improvement. This philosophy builds enduring relationships that highlight our long-term success.

Personal Touch

Despite our global reach, we maintain individuality in all interactions, cultivating strong relationships.

with customers, partners, and colleagues. Our approach ensures everyone feels valued and supported. We promote work-life balance through a family-oriented culture, creating an environment that fosters both individual and collective growth.

Empowerment

We encourage employees to take initiative, make decisions, and drive innovation by providing necessary resources. This culture of accountability enables our team to excel and contribute to the company’s progress. We nurture our employees’ potential through an inclusive environment, offering constructive feedback and recognition. Our commitment extends to self-actualization, helping staff find career fulfillment while advancing organizational goals.

Teamwork and Collaboration

Success at Volta is a collective endeavor. Our motto, “We are in it together; we will act as one,” embodies our commitment to unity and mutual support. We provide an environment of belonging and open communication. By harnessing each employee’s unique talents, we overcome challenges together as a team, making us stronger together than the sum of our parts.

Value Creation

Our stakeholders benefit from efficient, reliable, and high-performance belting products.
Our industry-leading expertise enables our customers and partners to stay ‘one step ahead’ while we support their sustainable growth. Our continuous investment in training and knowledge retention ensures innovative thinking and cutting-edge solutions designed to keep our customers at the forefront of their industries.

Customer Focus

We prioritize our customers’ unique needs and challenges, offering tailored solutions to ensure their success. Our commitment drives continuous improvement of our products and services. We maintain a strategic Go-to-Market (GTM) mindset and a can-do approach, always aiming to innovate. Our emphasis on quality and customer-oriented solutions encourages mutual benefit and lasting partnerships.

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