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Drive & Tensioning Upgrade for Snack Food Conveying Lines

Supplying compliant equipment to support a capital upgrade at the Tingalpa facility.

Smiths Snack Foods required an upgrade to its conveying drive and tensioning equipment as part of a broader capital project at the Tingalpa site. The equipment needed to meet strict safety and electrical compliance requirements while integrating smoothly with existing production equipment.

Case Study

The Client

Business name
Smiths Snack Foods / PepsiCo
Industry
Food Production / Manufacturing
Location
Tingalpa, Queensland
Application
Drive and tensioning upgrade for conveying lines
System
AZA drive and tensioning assemblies
Key Focus
Compliance, equipment reliability, project integration

The Problem

The upgrade required compliant, project ready equipment capable of integrating into the plant’s established conveying system. Clear documentation, reliability, and alignment with Smiths’ project standards were essential, alongside coordination with Ford Engineering’s wider upgrade works.

The Solution

AFSystems supplied an upgraded drive and tensioning package incorporating the required safety and electrical features. The scope was delivered as a specialist equipment supply, ensuring compatibility and full compliance with Smiths’ installation environment.

The Outcome

The upgraded drive and tensioning assemblies were successfully integrated into Smiths Snack Foods’ conveying system as part of the capital upgrade. The improvements enhanced compliance, supported project milestones, and ensured a smooth handover for installation and commissioning.

Worked with Ford Engineering to confirm all compliance and equipment requirements

Finalised and supplied upgraded AZA drive and tensioning assemblies

Provided technical clarification and documentation to support installation

Ensured supplied components aligned with Smiths’ project and electrical standards

Client Experience with AFS

Client Rating
5/5
Recommendation
Yes, absolutely – highly recommended.
Feedback
“Excellent – responsive, knowledgeable, and helpful throughout.”
“AFSystems provided compliant, well documented equipment that integrated smoothly into the wider project. Their responsiveness and product knowledge supported confident progression of the upgrade.”
Smiths Snack Foods Representative
Smiths Snack Foods