August Onion Business of the Month
In the competitive world of onion production, where uptime, productivity, and profitability are paramount, Volm Companies has emerged as a leader in providing innovative solutions that keep the industry running smoothly. This August, we’re proud to spotlight Volm Companies as the Onion Business of the Month, celebrating their commitment to excellence, particularly through their VEST Program, Project Management, and unmatched Service teams.
A VESTed Interest in Innovation
Volm Companies’ Engineered Solutions Team (VEST) represents a bold departure from traditional incremental approaches to facility design and equipment integration. The VEST team embraces an Iterative Refinement Design methodology, ensuring that each project is not just a step forward but a leap toward smarter, more cost-effective solutions.
This innovative approach delivers tangible benefits:
- Labor Cost Reduction: Automation and robotics are at the forefront, streamlining operations and reducing the need for manual labor.
- Enhanced Safety: By integrating safety into every design, VEST minimizes risks and promotes a safer working environment.
- Increased Productivity: The VEST team focuses on maximizing throughput and efficiency, ensuring that every second counts.
- Compliance with Industry Standards: With ever-tightening regulations around traceability and food safety, VEST solutions help you stay ahead of the curve.
- Lower Rejection Rates: By improving handling and weighing processes, Volm’s solutions reduce waste and enhance product quality.
- Operational Streamlining: From receiving to palletizing, VEST ensures that every stage of the production process is optimized.
As the only vertically integrated packaging and equipment manufacturer and distributor in the industry, Volm brings together design, collaboration, innovation, engineering, integration, and ingenuity to create production solutions that drive profits. Whether it’s a comprehensive production overhaul or a targeted workflow upgrade, Volm’s VEST team is dedicated to maximizing productivity across your operations.
Project Management Excellence
Volm Companies’ commitment to excellence extends far beyond the initial design phase. Their project management process is a hallmark of their success, ensuring that every project is executed to perfection.
- Project Request Evaluation: The journey begins with a thorough evaluation of your needs, ensuring that Volm’s solutions align with your specific challenges.
- Flash Assessment: This quick yet comprehensive analysis identifies the project’s key drivers, must-haves, and budget constraints, culminating in initial project layouts and budget estimates.
- Engineering Study: The VEST team works closely with you to finalize concept designs, detailed project estimates, and a return on investment model, all delivered in a complete document package.
- Project Execution: From final design reviews to start-up coordination, Volm’s project management team handles every detail, ensuring a smooth and successful implementation.
Unmatched Service and Support
For nearly 40 years, Volm Companies has been a trusted partner to businesses of all sizes, offering not only creative equipment solutions but also unwavering support after the sale. Their highly trained service team, comprising 26 field and in-house technicians, is strategically located across North America to provide quick and efficient service whenever needed.
Volm’s Customer Care Products are designed to protect your investment by minimizing downtime and avoiding costly performance issues. These include:
- Spare Parts Kits: Keeping the right parts on hand ensures you’re always ready for any situation.
- Preventative Maintenance Plans: Regular maintenance keeps your equipment running as it should, avoiding unexpected breakdowns.
- Extended Service Contracts: These contracts protect you from unplanned costs when unforeseen repairs are necessary.
With a 24-hour service helpline, Volm Companies ensures that support is always just a phone call away, providing peace of mind and keeping your operations running smoothly.
Conclusion
Volm Companies stands as a beacon of innovation, reliability, and customer-focused service in the onion industry. Through their VEST Program, exceptional project management, and dedicated service teams, they continue to set the standard for excellence. As Onion Business of the Month, Volm Companies exemplifies the kind of forward-thinking and commitment that drives the onion industry.
