Case Study: Mr. Coffee achieves faster, lower-maintenance coffee filter production with Span Tech conveyors

Mr. Coffee cuts maintenance to 0.09% of system price per year with SpanTech

The customer, Mr. Coffee, was facing serious efficiency and maintenance issues at its Ohio-based plant due to an outdated plastic conveyor system. The system's chains and sprockets required frequent replacement, and the hot, moist filters were bonding to the plastic, causing product damage. To address these challenges, Mr. Coffee partnered with vendor Span Tech for an updated conveyor solution.

Span Tech implemented its custom Designer System MonoSpan conveyors, which featured an open chain design that allowed filters to cool and dry before packaging. This solution provided a better grip on boxes and enabled trouble-free accumulation. The results were highly impactful: over six years, the system ran for approximately 16,800 hours with minimal maintenance, averaging only $174 per year in spare parts costs. The conveyors also significantly improved the work environment with their smooth and quiet operation.

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