Scott Technology Limited announced a NZD 12 million deal with McCain Foods, the world's largest manufacturer of frozen potato products, to deliver its proven, automated materials handling system to the McCain, Alberta, Canada processing facility. The solution combines multiple production lines to a common palletising system for cases of frozen french fries and has been designed to handle McCain's production capacity of 130 cases per minute. It features two high-speed palletisers, nine buffer tables for multiple SKUs, as well as case and pallet conveying systems and pallet wrappers.

Scott's latest Maestro+ software package will monitor efficiency and display KPIs while supporting and guiding maintenance. The deal further solidifies Scott's position as an expert provider of advanced materials handling systems in North America. The system will be built in Scott's European materials handling center of excellence and delivered in late 2024.