Gardner Pie - Maintaining Handmade Quality with Automation

Gardner Pie Company, a leading U.S. pie manufacturer with over 80 years of expertise, has modernized its operations with a no-touch conveying system designed and installed by Benchmark Automation, enabling gentle handling of delicate pies from filling and baking through freezing and final packaging while preserving product quality and appearance; by integrating precision conveyors, servo-controlled positioning, and intelligent accumulation across more than 530 feet of production line, the company can prevent damage, maintain consistent spacing, and optimize throughput, all while supporting the shift toward baked-and-frozen products, ultimately scaling capacity from 500,000 to a projected 8 million pies annually and strengthening its position as a leader in efficient, high-quality food manufacturing.