Consumer Packaged Goods

Design Flexibility and Space Savings:

Ryson helps consumer packaged goods manufacturers move cartons, cases, trays, totes, and other packaged products vertically while using less floor space. Our spiral conveyors and related vertical conveying solutions are commonly used to connect production, buffering, packaging, and palletizing levels in a continuous flow. For CPG plants balancing throughput, uptime, and frequent line changes, Ryson provides compact, configurable equipment built for dependable operation and easier integration.

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Ryson’s product line offers many viable solutions in the Consumer Package Goods marketplace - And offer several advantages.

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CPGs often operate on a narrow margin and rely on efficient equipment to be running without interruption.

That makes equipment flexibility and reliability especially important. Ryson spiral conveyors are well suited for these high-performance environments because they help manufacturers move packaged products vertically in a small footprint while maintaining strong throughput and dependable flow.

By using overhead space instead of longer floor-level conveyor paths, Ryson solutions can help simplify layouts, improve operator access, and preserve valuable production area. They are a strong fit for packaging lines where plant teams need to elevate, lower, route, or buffer product without adding unnecessary complexity.

Help simplify your production lines and increase your production area with Reliable Vertical Conveying.

High Quality

Ryson equipment is manufactured in Yorktown, Virginia and tested prior to shipment to support smoother commissioning on arrival. This quality-focused approach is especially valuable in CPG plants where downtime, startup delays, and poor integration can affect line performance quickly.

Modularity

Each machine is built to application requirements and designed for straightforward integration. Ryson’s modular approach also supports future repurposing or field modifications, which is a practical advantage for CPG manufacturers managing evolving product mixes, packaging formats, and line layouts.

Flexibility

Ryson designs equipment around the application. That matters in CPG environments where product dimensions, line speeds, and packaging formats can vary. From case handling to dynamic buffering, Ryson offers vertical conveying solutions that support continuous flow while adapting to layout and process needs.

Why this matters in CPG plants

Help preserve floor space by moving products vertically instead of extending horizontal conveyor runs.
Improve access around packaging and production equipment by routing product overhead.
Support higher throughput with continuous product flow and fewer transfer points.
Reduce lifecycle burden with low-maintenance designs and strong service support.
Prepare for future line changes with modular, configurable equipment.

Creating Aisle Space:

Production and packaging lines often restrict operator access and create congestion around critical equipment. Instead of relying on gates or walkovers that can interrupt flow or create ergonomic concerns, Ryson spiral conveyors can elevate product overhead and restore safer, cleaner aisle access throughout the facility.

From Case Packer to Palletizing:

Ryson spirals are a strong fit for moving cases between case packers and high-level or low-level palletizers. They support the required elevation change in a compact footprint, handle varied product sizes without constant adjustment, and help reduce the controls and integration burden through efficient one-drive designs.

Curing Prior to Packaging:

Some consumer packaged goods need cooling, drying, or curing time before the next packaging step. Ryson spiral conveyors and vertical accumulation buffers can create overhead product travel or dynamic storage that adds time without consuming large amounts of floor space. In up-and-down configurations, paired spirals can turn overhead space into useful process capacity.

In the world of consumer packaged goods, Ryson Equipment helps keep you ahead in the game. Their ability to be reconfigured, and repurposed is a long-term advantage and cost effective. We consistently hear that Ryson Spirals are the most consistent and reliable piece of machinery at a production plant.

CPG operations frequently deal with changing package sizes, product variety, and mixed-SKU handling. Ryson solutions can support these changing conditions by combining compact layouts with flexible configurations that fit evolving line requirements.

Ryson Solutions for
Consumer Packaged Goods

High Capacity

Our High Capacity models are designed to carry heavier loads and can be configured to have different sized conveying surfaces ranging from 12” to 36”. The clever – and efficient - design of our chain-slat arrangement allows the transport of different sized units without need to make adjustments. This is a perfect feature for operations like pick modules – where package sizes can vary greatly.

Rotating Conveyor

Ryson’s Rotating Conveyor gently rotates boxes as they travel along the conveyor at the same speed as the line it is in. Because the load rotates as it travels, it doesn’t need to be started or stopped, removed from the conveyor or violently accelerated to perform the rotation. Gaps between loads are maintained during rotation ensuring smooth flow. Boxes need a small amount of clearance between individual units, but do not need consistent or measured gaps.

Vertical Accumulation Buffer

Configure two Ryson Spirals to preserve valuable floor space while sending product overhead for overhead dynamic storage or buffering. The Ryson Accumulation Buffers can be used to provide dynamic storage where products need time for cooling, drying or curing. Additional dynamic buffer storage capacity can be obtained by adding pairs of spirals.

Why Choose Ryson ?

Compact vertical conveying that helps free production floor space
Continuous product flow for high-throughput packaging operations
Modular designs that can be configured and repurposed over time
Most spirals ship pre-assembled and pre-tested to simplify installation
Low-maintenance operation backed by parts, service, and startup support

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Ryson conveyors used in CPG manufacturing?

Ryson conveyors move cartons, cases, trays, totes, shrink-wrapped bundles, and packaged goods between production, packaging, buffering, palletizing, and distribution areas. They can handle different product sizes without adjustment, keeping uptime high.

Why do CPG plants use spiral conveyors?

CPG plants use Spiral Conveyors to save floor space, maintain continuous product flow, support high uptime, gentle product handling and adapt to changing package formats and line layouts.

Can Ryson equipment support frequent packaging line changes?

Yes. Ryson modular and made-to-order design supports configurable layouts and future field modifications, which helps CPG manufacturers adapt to changing product mixes.

Which Ryson models fit CPG lines?

Depending on your application, Case Spirals, Narrow Trak Spirals, Mass Flow Spirals, Vertical Accumulation Buffers, Rotating Conveyors, and Bucket Elevators can all fit different CPG production or packaging needs.

Can Ryson equipment be used in both new and existing facilities?

Yes. Ryson equipment can be specified for greenfield facilities and retrofitted into existing operations, especially where vertical space is available but floor space is constrained. They are ideally suited for installation in tight or congested areas of production.

How can vertical conveying improve CPG line efficiency?

Vertical conveying can connect production levels, reduce long conveyor paths, preserve operator access, simplify layout constraints, and help products flow continuously and reliably through packaging and palletizing.

Can Ryson conveyors help reduce downtime in CPG plants?

Yes. Ryson emphasizes reliability, low maintenance, pre-tested equipment, and modular construction, all of which support uptime in margin-sensitive CPG production environments. Ryson’s proactive service team can also quickly help in the event of a crash.

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