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    KEY TRENDS SHAPING THE INDUSTRY

    ELEVATING HYGIENE STANDARDS
    STRICT FOOD SAFETY REQUIREMENTS REQUIRE CLEAN-RUNNING SYSTEMS  

    As regulatory scrutiny intensifies, processors are revamping their sanitation protocols. The industry is seeing a shift towards hygienic design in equipment, advanced cleaning technologies, and stricter contamination prevention measures. These changes are not just about compliance — they're reshaping operational efficiency and brand reputation. 

     

    PRODUCT OFFERING DIVERSIFICATION
    MEETING CONSUMER DEMAND FOR VARIETY 

    Consumer palates are evolving, driving a surge in SKU proliferation. Product innovation continues to be a key strategy to maintaining brand relevance in an increasingly competitive environment. Processors are challenged to maintain efficiency while expanding product lines. This trend is accelerating the adoption of flexible manufacturing systems and quick-changeover technologies, transforming production floor dynamics. 

     

    THE CONVENIENCE REVOLUTION
    READY-TO-EAT TAKES CENTER STAGE 

    The ready-to-eat sector continues its upward trajectory, fueled by busy lifestyles, urbanization and growth in per-capita incomes. These products are also valuable to grocery retailers due to their higher price point. This growth is pushing innovation in packaging, preservation techniques, and last-mile logistics. Processors are reimagining production lines to accommodate this shift while maintaining product integrity and shelf life. 

     

    CUSTOMER VOICES: HOW GATES POWERS SUCCESS

    At Rock Bottom Brewery, exceptional beer starts with the right tools, and we’re proud to play a part in their success. From brewing to cleaning, Gates hoses are critical to ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and safety. Our lightweight, flexible, and durable hoses eliminate kinking and pressure loss, making the process faster and more reliable.

    REVOLUTIONIZING SANITATION PROCESSES IN FOOD PROCESSING 

    In an industry where safety is paramount, our PosiClean™ food-grade belting stands at the forefront of innovation. This clean-in-place conveying solution simplifies sanitation processes and reduces water usage by 45%. 

     

    PosiClean features a smooth, easy-to-clean surface that significantly reduces the risk of microbial contamination.  Aramid tension cords ensure minimal belt stretch and improved stability, resulting in a more reliable and efficient production line. 

     

    By choosing PosiClean, you're not just upgrading your equipment — you're future-proofing your operations against increasing regulatory scrutiny and consumer expectations for food safety.

     

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    INDUSTRY-LEADING TECHNOLOGY: POLYURETHANE BELTS
    A RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

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    USDA ACCEPTED FOR MEAT, POULTRY AND DAIRY PROCESSING

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    ENGINEERED FOR WASHDOWN ENVIRONMENTS

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    DROP-IN REPLACEMENT FOR MOST PLASTIC MODULAR BELTING

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    SEALED EDGES AND EMBEDDED TENSION MEMBERS PREVENT MICROBIAL INGRESS

    ENGINEERED FOR EXCELLENCE

    Our high-performance power transmission and fluid transfer products are engineered to withstand the demanding conditions of food and beverage operations, minimizing downtime and streamlining maintenance requirements. We are dedicated to helping you optimize productivity, reduce operational costs, and ensure the quality and safety of your products.  

     

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    FOOD & BEVERAGE INNOVATIONS & SOLUTIONS

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    FOOD MASTER™ BEVERAGE HOSE 

    Our Food Master Beverage hose is specifically designed for the sanitary transfer of milk, juices, beer, and other water-based products. This FDA-approved hose ensures the integrity of your products with using a patented Sanitron tube material, which imparts no taste, odor, or color. The monofilament plastic helix reinforcement provides exceptional kink and crush resistance while eliminating the risk of rust contamination. 

     

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    POWERGRIP™ GT4™ SYNCHRONOUS BELTS

    Designed for demanding environments, PowerGrip GT4 is a power-dense synchronous belt with a wide temperature range, ideal for both commercial freezer and high temperature cooking applications - and everything in between! The ethylene elastomer body provides resistance to juices and acids, as well as oils and other food by-products. 

     

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    CENTERCLEAN™ FOOD GRADE BELTING

    CenterClean belting has a smooth urethane surface for effective cleaning, with sealed edges that prevent microbial ingress. These FDA-approved and USDA-accepted belts are designed for self-tracking and troughing applications, as well as general processing conveyance, and are available with various surface textures to meet specific product release, placement, and control needs.

     

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    CLEAN MASTER™ WASHDOWN HOSE

    Available in general purpose and high-pressure variations, Clean Master Washdown hose is designed to meet the needs of food and beverage facilities with strict sanitation standards. This hose comes in 150 psi, 200 psi, and 1000 psi variations; the 1000psi hose is made with a heavy-duty hose cover resistant to oil, abrasion and heat. Compatible with hot and cold water washdown environments, this hose makes sanitation simple.

     

    LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR INDUSTRIAL CLEANING SOLUTIONS

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    POLY CHAIN® GT™ CARBON™ SYNCHRONOUS BELTS

    Poly Chain GT Carbon has a reputation as an industry-leading product, and for good reason! This powerful belt combines a durable polyurethane construction with a robust carbon tensile cord for extraordinary strength and minimal stretch. The lubrication-free design eliminates the risk of contamination from grease or oil, safeguarding your product integrity. Plus, Poly Chain GT Carbon is washdown-ready, withstanding your toughest cleaning procedures without corrosion, providing a hygienic solution that lasts longer than roller chain.

     

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    MXG™ 4K HYDRAULIC HOSE

    MXG 4K hydraulic hose is engineered to exceed your expectations. Our patented Xpiral™ woven spiral technology is tested to an industry-leading 1,000,000 impulse cycles. MXG 4K offers a more compact outside diameter, 25% lower force-to-bend, and 20% less weight. Power your potential with MXG 4K! 

     

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    You need hoses that can withstand these harsh conditions

    PLANT MASTER™ XTREME™ 501AR INDUSTRIAL HOSE

    Frequent washdown procedures are a reality in food and beverage production. You need hoses that can withstand these harsh conditions. Our Plant Master Xtreme 501AR hose is a premium, multi-purpose solution offering superior abrasion resistance for extended service life. With a nitrile tube construction and multiple-ply synthetic textile reinforcement, this hose can handle air, oil, and chemical applications while withstanding high ambient temperatures.

     

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    Woman checking a beverage hose at a brewery

    FOOD MASTER™ BEVERAGE HOSE 

    Our Food Master Beverage hose is specifically designed for the sanitary transfer of milk, juices, beer, and other water-based products. This FDA-approved hose ensures the integrity of your products with using a patented Sanitron tube material, which imparts no taste, odor, or color. The monofilament plastic helix reinforcement provides exceptional kink and crush resistance while eliminating the risk of rust contamination. 

     

     LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR FOOD MASTER OFFERINGS

    Gates PowerGrip™ GT4™ Belt used for a high temperature application

    POWERGRIP™ GT4™ SYNCHRONOUS BELTS

    Designed for demanding environments, PowerGrip GT4 is a power-dense synchronous belt with a wide temperature range, ideal for both commercial freezer and high temperature cooking applications - and everything in between! The ethylene elastomer body provides resistance to juices and acids, as well as oils and other food by-products. 

     

    LEARN MORE

    Ground beef packages on a conveyor

    CENTERCLEAN™ FOOD GRADE BELTING

    CenterClean belting has a smooth urethane surface for effective cleaning, with sealed edges that prevent microbial ingress. These FDA-approved and USDA-accepted belts are designed for self-tracking and troughing applications, as well as general processing conveyance, and are available with various surface textures to meet specific product release, placement, and control needs.

     

    LEARN MORE

    Man pressure washing food processing equipment

    CLEAN MASTER™ WASHDOWN HOSE

    Available in general purpose and high-pressure variations, Clean Master Washdown hose is designed to meet the needs of food and beverage facilities with strict sanitation standards. This hose comes in 150 psi, 200 psi, and 1000 psi variations; the 1000psi hose is made with a heavy-duty hose cover resistant to oil, abrasion and heat. Compatible with hot and cold water washdown environments, this hose makes sanitation simple.

     

    LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR INDUSTRIAL CLEANING SOLUTIONS

    Pallet of bottles filled with orange juice on conveyor

    POLY CHAIN® GT™ CARBON™ SYNCHRONOUS BELTS

    Poly Chain GT Carbon has a reputation as an industry-leading product, and for good reason! This powerful belt combines a durable polyurethane construction with a robust carbon tensile cord for extraordinary strength and minimal stretch. The lubrication-free design eliminates the risk of contamination from grease or oil, safeguarding your product integrity. Plus, Poly Chain GT Carbon is washdown-ready, withstanding your toughest cleaning procedures without corrosion, providing a hygienic solution that lasts longer than roller chain.

     

    LEARN MORE

    Hydraulic bottle capping machinery

    MXG™ 4K HYDRAULIC HOSE

    MXG 4K hydraulic hose is engineered to exceed your expectations. Our patented Xpiral™ woven spiral technology is tested to an industry-leading 1,000,000 impulse cycles. MXG 4K offers a more compact outside diameter, 25% lower force-to-bend, and 20% less weight. Power your potential with MXG 4K! 

     

    LEARN MORE

    You need hoses that can withstand these harsh conditions

    PLANT MASTER™ XTREME™ 501AR INDUSTRIAL HOSE

    Frequent washdown procedures are a reality in food and beverage production. You need hoses that can withstand these harsh conditions. Our Plant Master Xtreme 501AR hose is a premium, multi-purpose solution offering superior abrasion resistance for extended service life. With a nitrile tube construction and multiple-ply synthetic textile reinforcement, this hose can handle air, oil, and chemical applications while withstanding high ambient temperatures.

     

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    WATER SAVINGS CALCULATOR

    Try our water savings calculator and receive an estimate of how much your facility could save on operational costs by utilizing PosiClean conveyor belting.

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    PRODUCT APPLICATION ENGINEERING SUPPORT

    We know that maintaining your facility is complicated. When you're looking to streamline a system or troubleshoot an issue, simplify your processes and call in an expert. Receive free product support from our team of skilled engineers. 

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    CHAIN TO BELT CONVERSION COST SAVINGS CALCULATOR

    Switching from roller chain drives to Gates synchronous belts can save your facility money within the first year! Build a personalized estimate and determine your ROI.

    DETERMINE YOUR SAVINGS

    Contact our team of industry experts and application engineers to learn more about Food & Beverage today.