Optimising Poultry Processing: How Habasit Solved a High-Impact Belt Challenge

This application demonstrates how the right belt design, not just tougher materials, can significantly improve reliability in high-impact, contamination-prone environments. Habasit’s innovative solutions help poultry processors reduce downtime, lower operating costs, and keep production running efficiently.

Optimising Poultry Processing: How Habasit Solved a High-Impact Belt Challenge

A leading poultry processor was facing persistent issues in its cage-dump application—short belt lifespan, frequent maintenance interruptions, and operational inefficiencies were impacting productivity. The root cause? High-impact loads combined with debris accumulation in open-hinge belt designs, leading to cam-shafting and sprocket disengagement.

Despite attempts from other belting suppliers using harder materials such as polyketone, the fundamental issue remained unresolved due to flawed open-hinge belt construction.

The Habasit Solution:

Habasit introduced the HabasitLINK® M5015 Flat Top 2” belt, engineered specifically to handle the demanding conditions of poultry processing environments. This black polyethylene (PE) belt features a robust closed-hinge design, preventing debris ingress and maintaining reliable engagement under heavy loads.

Installed at a width of 108", the belt immediately transformed the operation—eliminating excessive cam-shafting and removing the need for frequent cleaning beneath the belt.

Measurable Results:

The implementation delivered significant operational and financial benefits:.

100% reduction in planned maintenance and cleaning time
Extended belt lifespan, saving $6,000–$8,000 annually on replacements.
Up to $32,000 in savings over a typical four-year belt lifecycle.
Annual labour savings of approximately $8,840, based on industry averages

Designed for Performance in Poultry Applications:

This success highlights how innovative belt design—not just material hardness—can dramatically improve performance in high-impact, contamination-prone environments like poultry processing. By combining durability, hygiene, and reduced maintenance requirements, Habasit helps processors maximise uptime and reduce total cost of ownership.

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