Food Processing
and Packaging
Industry

As an essential sector, the food processing and packaging industry is expected to value at $36.5 billion by 2023, according to BCC Research. In 2018, it was valued at $29,2 billion. This means that the demand for food and food storage products is picking up, prompting companies to invest in additional equipment.

Quality parts will make all the difference in reducing downtime, preventing costly failures, and ensuring optimal productivity in factory lines. Opting for the bare minimum will only result in low output, reduced quality, and constant repairs.

Knowing how crucial every component is to this highly competitive sector, Reid Supply carries brands that food companies trust in shopping for parts such as position indicators, handles, and rollers and ball transfers. 

Since 1948, Reid Supply have been the preferred distributor of parts for the food processing and packaging industry. Offering more than 4,000 hard-to-find parts in our vast catalog, we have been a reliable partner for key players in the industry, from beverage manufacturers to canning companies.

Industry Experts

Our goal is simple: To provide companies with high-quality products that meet their requirements. We source our catalog from the world’s leading suppliers of replacement parts, material handling products, and process control instruments from 200 leading brands. You name it, we have it!

We take into account the unique needs of the food processing and packaging industry. Our expertise is unmatched, as we are supported by the right people. We have an in-house engineering team and expert manufacturer representatives are always ready to answer your questions. In addition, our dedicated and highly skilled sales team will walk you through our catalog and match you with the right parts.

We also provide downloadable CAD drawings products in case you need additional information before purchasing. In case you have detailed requirements for components, we can help you source them from our vast supplier network. We have a 30-day return policy in case the products

Request a quote and we can send it to you within four hours. To top it all off, we offer a 30-day return policy and discounts for bulk orders

Start browsing our product pages today and find machinery and industrial supply for your food processing company. Here’s an overview of some of the products that we carry:

Workholding

Our line of clamps and workholding tools are sought by a number of food manufacturers. We source only the best items from the world’s best brands in this category. 

Workholding parts are crucial to food production lines with daily output quotas to meet. Used for locating and securing larger components, workholding tools are crucial to improving manufacturing speeds, work accuracy, and product quality.

We provide an extensive catalog of clamps that are capable of holding and fixing workpieces of various sizes in place. Our wide selection of manual toggle clamps includes plier clamps, hook-and-latch clamps, and plier clamps that are easy to operate.

For larger components, we recommend browsing our selection of cantilever clamps and C-clamps. We also carry jig and fixture tools as well as an assortment of high-quality industrial-grade magnets.

Linear Motion

Linear motion parts are required in production line and conveyor belt systems. These are common in food packaging applications such as arranging, sizing and positioning individual items such as bread and cereal into packing containers.

Our catalog features the parts needed to build custom linear motion systems for any manufacturing scenario. We carry complete sets for both manual and automatic production line systems.

We provide individual components and replacement parts, including bearings, pillow blocks, and carriages. You can also browse our assortment of ball and acme nuts and flanges across a wide array of sizes and thread styles. For sliding systems, we carry pre-assembled ball bearing, roller rail, and track roller sets.

Any tool supply in the food industry wouldn’t be complete without gas springs and shock absorbers. We offer ideal damping solutions for freezer units, mixers, and bread slicers.

Material Handling

When transporting finished products from one stage to another in the production line, food manufacturers will need the right material handling parts and equipment. Our selection of hand trucks, dollies, and utility carts are durable and adjustable.

The products in this category are made from heavy-gauge steel that doesn’t compromise mobility. We carry various replacement material handling parts as well.

For product and equipment storage, we also offer mobile workbenches and security cabinets. Containment storage for hazardous liquids and gasses is also available. Our line of secondary containment and gas cylinder storage products has helped food manufacturers comply with industrial safety standards, prevent dangerous spills and leaks, and ensure the safety of operators. 

Grippers

If you are in need of packaging equipment parts, Reid Supply has a ready supply of grippers and gripper accessories. These parts are used for fixing irregular workpieces. In food production lines, grippers are mainly used to pack fragile items such as eggs and fruit.

We have an assortment of grippers to choose from. Our line includes serrated gripper pads, swivel action grippers as well as tapered. All of these can help in reducing damage or breakage during the packing process.

Handles and Handwheels

Used in various industries, handles and handwheels are also prevalent in the food processing sector. These tools can be mounted on large mixers, storage facilities, grinders, and slicers.

We carry a number of high-quality handwheels made from plastic, aluminum, and cast iron that are resistant to corrosion. The solid construction allows for optimal but comfortable gripping. You can also browse our range of handles that are ideal for specific applications. Browse from our collection of crank handles, recessed handles, pull handles, and vise handles that are critical to optimizing the production line.

In case you can’t find the right products to support your operations, we are always ready to help you source them straight from our North American partners. Feel free to call us at 1(800) 253-0421 or send an email to sales@reidsupply.com.