Custom Fabrication of Carbonate Covers for Conveyor Line – Hayward
The Challenge
In high-speed beverage manufacturing, every second counts—and so does every standard of cleanliness. A Fortune 500 beverage producer faced a critical sanitation risk: open soda cans moving along the production line were exposed to airborne dust, dirt, and other contaminants inside the plant.
They needed a solution that could:
- Eliminate contamination risks without slowing production.
- Withstand a demanding beverage manufacturing environment full of airborne particulates.
- Meet OSHA safety and hygiene requirements while integrating seamlessly into their existing line.
The Solution
Mathews Mechanical applied its expertise in custom fabrication to engineer and install a fully integrated protection system tailored to the client’s operation:
- Precision-Built Structural Frame – Through advanced custom fabrication, the frame was designed to match the exact layout of the production line.
- Durable Carbonate Covers – Built to withstand the conditions of modern beverage manufacturing, these covers fully enclosed the open containers, shielding them from contaminants.
- Seamless Integration – The system combined practical custom fabrication with compatibility for existing equipment, ensuring zero downtime during implementation.
The Results
The new enclosure system transformed their canning process into a cleaner, safer, and regulation-compliant operation:
- Performance – By combining custom fabrication with precise engineering, the system significantly reduced contamination risks and safeguarded product integrity in beverage manufacturing.
- Precision – Every component was fabricated to exact specifications, ensuring a perfect fit without production interruptions.
- Peace of Mind – The solution delivered OSHA compliance while providing confidence in every can that left the line.
The Takeaway
By blending expert custom fabrication with a deep understanding of beverage manufacturing processes, Mathews Mechanical delivered a tailored solution that protected product quality, boosted sanitation, and reinforced the company’s commitment to Performance, Precision, and Peace of Mind. This project demonstrated how integrating custom fabrication with the demands of modern beverage manufacturing can create lasting operational and safety improvements.
