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Why Ongoing Support is Critical in Live Bird Processing Live bird handling systems sit at the very front of the poultry processing line, making them one of the most critical stages in the entire operation. Any disruption at this point has an immediate knock-on effect, impacting throughput, welfare standards, and downstream processes. Unlike many other areas of production, there is very little room for error. Systems must operate continuously, reliably, and in line with strict

Salad leaves and fresh-cut produce are highly delicate, making gentle handling essential throughout the process. Poor transfers, excessive drop heights, or uncontrolled flow can lead to bruising, tearing, and reduced shelf life. A well-designed conveyor system ensures smooth movement from intake through to packing, protecting product quality and maintaining consistency across the line. Designed for Washing and Wet Processing Environments Salad processing typically involves in

Built Around Fresh, Variable Products Fruit and vegetable processing presents a unique challenge: no two products are ever exactly the same. Variations in size, shape, ripeness, and fragility must be considered when designing a conveyor system. A custom conveyor system in a fruit and fresh produce processing plant A custom solution allows you to handle everything from loose produce, such as grapes and leafy greens, to packed items, such as punnets and trays. By designing arou

Selecting a conveyor system for meat and poultry processing is about far more than simply moving product. In demanding environments where hygiene, reliability, and efficiency are critical, the right system becomes a core part of your operation — influencing everything from product quality to uptime. A well-designed conveyor should be built around your specific process. Every facility is different, whether you’re handling raw poultry, portioned meat, or frozen products. Factor

In the fast-paced world of food processing, efficiency is not just important, it’s paramount. From meat preparation to assembly, every step in the burger production process must be seamlessly orchestrated to meet consumer demand for quality, consistency, and speed. The shuttle conveyor is at the heart of this operation—a versatile and indispensable tool crucial in streamlining burger production lines. A 3D drawing of a shuttle conveyor manufactured by Wrightfield The Burger P

Wrightfield designed and delivered a fully integrated conveyor and packing system for a mushroom producer, working closely with the customer to optimise both layout and process efficiency. The site handled fresh, organic mushrooms grown on-site, meaning product size and weight could vary significantly. This created a key challenge: accurately weighing and packing mushrooms into retail punnets while maintaining a consistent, high-throughput process. Starting from the intake po

Wrightfield worked in partnership with Bradman Lake to deliver a steel access platform and fully integrated conveyor and distribution system for a high-volume food processing facility. The project involved handling product from three separate spiral freezers and delivering it to any one of five packing lines. Each packing line was configured for different product types, pack sizes, or customer requirements, meaning flexibility in product routing was essential to maintain effi

Wrightfield designed and delivered a bespoke bi-directional packing conveyor system for Iceland Seafoods in Grimsby, focused on improving the efficiency of their frozen fish fillet packing process. Previously, the operation relied heavily on manual handling. Product was bulked into bins, transported, manually transferred onto weighing scales, packed into boxes, and then moved onwards for sealing before returning to the freezer. This approach was labour-intensive, time-consumi

Wrightfield supplied a Shock Conveyor for Pet Food Freezer Infeed for Nature’s Way Foods at their Attleborough facility, supporting the production of frozen raw pet food products. The application involved handling raw slabs or patties of pet food, transferring them directly from the production line onto the infeed of a freezing system. As the product is frozen prior to packing, maintaining a consistent and controlled feed into the freezer was essential to ensure product quali

Wrightfield designed and supplied a bespoke paced packing conveyor system for Kerry Foods (now Pilgrim’s Food Masters) at their Attleborough site, supporting the production of ready-to-eat food pots. The system formed part of a make-up line where individual ingredients were manually added to pots by operators positioned along the conveyor. At the start of the process, empty pots were placed onto a chain and peg conveyor, which controlled both the spacing and movement of each

Wrightfield designed and supplied a bespoke conveyor system, including an overhead conveyor system for poultry cuts. The main objective was to increase the production capacity within a highly space-constrained environment. Like many food production facilities, the site had very limited available floor space, making it difficult to introduce additional processing lines using conventional layouts. The challenge was to create a solution that allowed for increased throughput with

Wrightfield worked with a company based in Staffordshire to upgrade an existing operation for a packing & accumulation conveyor system for grapes. The site was handling products such as grapes and other fruits, arriving in bulk from growers and suppliers without fixed weights. The existing setup lacked an effective way to manage product flow to packing staff. Operators were working from inconsistent piles of product, which created inefficiencies, reduced throughput, and made

Wrightfield supplied a bespoke buffer conveyor system for a chocolate-coated fruit processing facility, working in partnership with Starfrost. The system was designed to support the handling of delicate products such as chocolate-covered strawberries and raspberries within a frozen processing environment. The core challenge was managing two conflicting process requirements. At the front end of production, the customer needed to maintain a continuous flow. The coating process

Wrightfield delivered a bespoke conveyor solution for a doughnut production facility in Latvia, working in partnership with Starfrost. The project required product to be transferred directly from a production line up to the infeed of a spiral cooling system. The key challenge was managing a significant height difference — moving product from floor level to approximately four metres — while also accommodating a non-standard layout. Unlike typical spiral systems, where both inf

Why is space optimisation important in food processing plants? Space in a food processing plant is rarely static. As production grows and processes evolve, layouts that once worked well can become crowded or inefficient. Equipment is added, workflows change, and over time, movement through the plant can become slower and more complicated. Optimising space isn’t just about fitting more in—it’s about making sure everything works together smoothly. A well-organised layout suppor

If you zoom out and look at a poultry processing plant as a whole, everything starts with one critical stage: how birds arrive, are handled, and move into the process. It might sound straightforward—but in reality, live bird handling is one of the most complex and influential parts of the entire operation. It sits at the intersection of logistics, animal welfare, automation, and product quality. And increasingly, it’s where the biggest improvements are being made. Why live

If you’ve ever watched a modern food production line, one thing stands out almost immediately: everything is moving. Ingredients, products, packaging—each step flows into the next with surprising precision. Behind that movement is something simple in principle but incredibly important in practice: the conveyor system. So, how do food conveyor systems actually work—and why are they such a fundamental part of food processing? What is a food conveyor system? At its core, a conve

In today’s poultry processing landscape, efficiency, welfare, and consistency are no longer optional—they are fundamental to staying competitive. As processors face increasing pressure to optimise throughput while maintaining the highest welfare standards, investing in advanced live bird handling solutions has become a strategic necessity. At the forefront of this evolution are fully bespoke, automated systems designed to transform how birds are received, handled, and prepare

Client: Leisureplex Hotels Ltd Location: Hotel De Paris, Cromer Project: Design, Manufacture, and Installation of a New External Fire Escape Project Overview The historic Hotel De Paris in Cromer, managed by Leisureplex Hotels Ltd, required a new external fire escape after the previous structure was deemed unsuitable. The primary objectives were to enhance guest safety and ensure compliance with modern building regulations. Wrightfield was selected to design and custom-build

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing and food processing industries, efficient material handling is vital for maintaining productivity, reducing costs, and ensuring workplace safety. For businesses with unique operational demands, bespoke conveyor systems offer a tailored solution that off-the-shelf equipment can’t match. But what should you consider when choosing a custom system, and how can working with specialist suppliers deliver better value for your investment in the lon