Project Success Story: AK Material Handling Systems & Every Meal

Every Meal: Making a Difference Since 2010

Every Meal began in 2010 with a simple yet impactful mission: to provide one bag of non-perishable food each weekend to 27 kindergarteners. Fast forward to today, and Every Meal now serves over 400 schools across Minnesota, delivering meals to nearly 12,000 children weekly. As their outreach has grown exponentially, so has their need for efficient systems to handle the increased demand.

The Challenge: Scaling Operations to Feed More Children

With its rapid growth, Every Meal faced a challenge: streamlining its food packing and distribution processes. To meet more children’s needs, they required an improved conveyor system to enhance the efficiency of packing non-perishable food bags. Their goal was to create a faster, more organized workflow for their volunteers, ensuring that every school receives sufficient and accurately packed food.

The Solution: Unex Gravity Conveyor System

Understanding Every Meal’s operational needs, AK Material Handling Systems provided a Unex Gravity Conveyor System, which transformed their packing and distribution process. This system:

✅ Enhanced organization and clarity in packing operations
✅ Improved efficiency, allowing volunteers to pack more meals in less time
✅ Created a streamlined experience, making food distribution easier and more enjoyable

“Unex Gravity Conveyor can alter the operations and increase productivity overnight. It’s amazing to be part of this process and see it come to light,” said Pete Brandon, Design Specialist at AK Material Handling Systems.

The Impact: Better Quality Control and Enhanced Volunteer Experience

“Every Meal has seen a huge improvement since installation with quality control and an organized system,” said Rob Williams, President of Every Meal.

The installation of the gravity conveyor system has significantly improved quality control and workflow organization at Every Meal.

✅ Food arrives at schools in optimal condition
✅ Improved volunteer efficiency ensures every school gets the food they need
✅ Streamlined packing process creates a more impactful and rewarding experience

Looking Ahead: A Growing Partnership

Every Meal’s mission continues to expand, with plans to feed even more children. AK Material Handling Systems is honored to be part of this journey, and we remain committed to providing the solutions they need to achieve their goals. We want to thank Rob and his dedicated Team at Everymeal for contributing to garnering the necessary resources to sustain and expand their programs. You continue to inspire us, and you truly make a difference. 

Need to Optimize Your Warehouse Workflow?

At AK Material Handling Systems, we love providing solutions that make a difference for both businesses and nonprofit organizations.

If you’re looking to enhance your warehouse efficiency, improve storage capacity, or optimize your workflow, reach out to us! Let’s work together to achieve your operational goals while supporting meaningful missions like Every Meal. Call 866-963-4287 or fill out a quote form today.