Top 10 Conveyor Suppliers in Kiribati

When Pacific Flow Systems opened its doors in 2010, founder Teariki Kabuaka had a simple mission: to build conveyors that could handle Kiribati's most demanding industry—fisheries. "I'd worked in a tuna cannery in Tarawa for years, and I kept seeing the same problem," he recalls. "Conveyors from overseas would rust within months, or the rollers would jam with fish scales. We needed something built for here ."

Today, Pacific Flow is the go-to conveyor supplier for fisheries across Kiribati, from small family-run operations in Betio to large-scale canneries in Bikenibeu. Their secret? Stainless steel. Most of their roller tracks and conveyor frames are made from marine-grade stainless steel, resistant to saltwater corrosion and easy to sanitize—critical for food processing. "We don't cut corners on materials," says Kabuaka. "A conveyor in a fish plant doesn't just move fish; it has to meet health standards. Our stainless steel systems can handle daily hosing down with hot water and disinfectant without a single spot of rust."

Beyond durability, Pacific Flow specializes in custom solutions. Take their "Tuna Express" line: a roller track conveyor with adjustable speed settings (from 0.5 to 2 meters per second) and built-in drainage holes to prevent water buildup. "A client in North Tarawa needed to move fillets from the cutting station to the freezing unit without them sliding around," explains lead engineer Mereia Tekanene. "We added rubberized roller wheels and a slight incline, and now their fillets glide smoothly—no more bent edges or wasted product."

But Pacific Flow isn't just about conveyors. They're a full-service lean solution provider, often pairing their roller tracks with custom workbenches and flow racks. "A conveyor alone won't fix inefficiencies," Kabuaka notes. "If your workbench is too low, workers will strain their backs loading fish onto the conveyor. If your flow rack is disorganized, you'll lose time hunting for tools. We design the entire workflow."

For small businesses in Kiribati, investing in a conveyor can feel intimidating. Will it fit in a tiny workshop? Can we afford it? Will we know how to maintain it? Kiribati Logistics Solutions (KLS) was founded in 2005 to answer those questions with a resounding "yes." "We started by selling basic belt conveyors out of a garage in Bairiki," laughs owner Teina Bauro. "Now we're the biggest supplier to mom-and-pop shops, from tailor studios to coconut oil processors."

KLS's claim to fame is their "MicroLine" series—compact conveyors designed for spaces under 50 square meters. These lightweight systems (most weigh under 40kg) can be assembled by two people in under an hour, no special tools required. "A lot of our clients have never used a conveyor before," Bauro explains. "We don't just ｄｒｏｐ off the equipment—we stay and train the team, even do a follow-up visit a month later to make sure everything's running smoothly."

One of their most popular products is the "Coconut Express," a small roller track conveyor built specifically for coconut processing. "Coconut husks are tough on equipment—fibrous, wet, and abrasive," says Bauro. "Our Coconut Express uses plastic roller tracks (yellow or grey, depending on the client's preference) with reinforced axles. It can handle 500 husks an hour, and it's so easy to clean—just hose it down at the end of the day."

What really sets KLS apart, though, is their focus on lean solutions for tight budgets. They often bundle conveyors with flow racks and workbenches to create "mini production lines" that fit in even the smallest spaces. "A tailor in South Tarawa came to us needing to move fabric rolls from storage to her sewing station," Bauro recalls. "We set her up with a 3-meter roller track, a small flow rack to hold patterns, and a foldable workbench. Now she saves 2 hours a day just from not walking back and forth."

Aluminum is the unsung hero of Kiribati's industrial scene. Lightweight, rust-resistant, and surprisingly strong, it's perfect for island environments where heavy steel equipment is hard to transport and maintain. Island Industrial Supplies (IIS) has capitalized on this, becoming Kiribati's leading supplier of aluminum-based conveyor systems since 2015.

"Steel is great, but it's heavy," says IIS founder Rutaake Kaake. "If you need to move a conveyor from one side of your workshop to another, good luck—unless it's aluminum. Our aluminum roller tracks weigh half as much as steel ones, and they never rust. For businesses in the outer islands, where shipping costs are high, that's a game-changer."

IIS's product line includes everything from basic aluminum tubes to fully assembled conveyor systems with aluminum guide rails (both A and B models) and plastic roller tracks. Their "AluFlow" series is particularly popular: a modular conveyor system where components snap together using internal rotary aluminum joints, no welding required. "A client in Maiana needed to reconfigure their conveyor every month to handle different crops—coconuts in one season, pandanus in another," Kaake explains. "With AluFlow, they can take it apart and rebuild it in an hour. No tools, no hassle."

Beyond conveyors, IIS also sells aluminum profile accessories—think brackets, end caps, and T-slot rubber seal covers—that make it easy to customize workbenches and flow racks to pair with their systems. "We don't just sell a conveyor; we sell a system ," Kaake says. "A workshop needs a place to work and a way to move materials. Our aluminum workbenches (like the Workbench E, single deck without casters) are designed to bolt right up to our roller tracks. It's seamless."

When you need to move heavy loads—think 50kg bags of rice, crates of machinery parts, or stacks of building materials—you need a conveyor built to handle the stress. That's where Oceanic Conveyor Systems comes in. Founded in 2008, this Tarawa-based supplier specializes in heavy-duty chain and roller conveyors that can take a beating and keep on rolling.

"Most suppliers focus on light to medium loads, but some businesses need more," says Oceanic's sales manager, Tebaua Ioane. "A hardware store moving 20kg cement bags, or a construction company hauling steel beams—those need conveyors with thick steel frames, reinforced roller tracks, and powerful motors. That's our niche."

Oceanic's flagship product is their 60 Steel Roller Track, available in green, yellow, grey, or white (to match client branding). With steel wheels and a load capacity of up to 150kg per meter, it's built for durability. "We test every roller track by running 100kg weights over it for 10,000 cycles before shipping," Ioane says. "If it survives that, it'll survive Kiribati."

But heavy-duty doesn't mean one-size-fits-all. Oceanic works closely with clients to design custom systems, often incorporating swivel roller balls (1 inch or 0.5 inch) for tight corners or caster wheels for mobility. "A construction company in Betio needed a conveyor that could move rebar around their yard," Ioane recalls. "We added lockable caster wheels so they can position it exactly where they need it, then lock it down. Now they're not wasting time carrying rebar by hand."

Not all conveyors are created equal—especially when you're dealing with sensitive electronics, small parts, or precision assembly. Atoll Manufacturing Solutions, founded in 2012, specializes in ESD (electrostatic discharge) safe conveyors and workstations, making them the top choice for Kiribati's growing electronics repair shops and small assembly businesses.

"ESD is a big deal if you're working with circuit boards or computer parts," explains Atoll's lead designer, Nei Mwemweata. "A single static shock can ruin a component worth hundreds of dollars. Our ESD workstations and conveyors are grounded to prevent that, and they're made with conductive materials that dissipate static safely."

Atoll's product line includes ESD workbenches (with or without casters), ESD roller tracks (often with black ESD wheels to signal their special properties), and modular conveyor systems that can be configured for assembly lines. One popular option is their Workbench E (single deck, without casters) paired with a 40 Steel Roller Track with black ESD wheels—a setup perfect for soldering stations or phone repair shops. "A repair shop in South Tarawa wanted to organize their workflow: incoming phones on one end, repaired ones on the other," Mwemweata says. "We set them up with an ESD workbench, a short roller track, and a small flow rack for tools. Now they can process 30 phones a day instead of 15."

But Atoll isn't limited to electronics. They also design lean solutions for other precision industries, like jewelry making or watch repair. "We once built a conveyor system for a pearl farm in Abemama," Mwemweata recalls. "They needed to move oyster shells gently from cleaning to sorting. We used soft plastic roller tracks (yellow, to keep the shells visible) and adjustable speed settings. No more cracked shells, no more lost pearls."

Not every business needs a permanent conveyor bolted to the floor. For mobile operations—like farmers' markets, temporary event setups, or workshops that need to rearrange space frequently—portability is key. That's where Bairiki Industrial Tech (BIT) comes in. Founded in 2018, this young company has made a name for itself with lightweight, foldable, and caster-equipped conveyors that can go wherever the work is.

"We started BIT because we noticed a gap," says founder Kitiona Bure. "A lot of small businesses in Kiribati don't have fixed workshops—they set up under a mango tree, or move to where the crops are. They need conveyors that can keep up. Our mini aluminum roller tracks (yellow or black) weigh less than 10kg and fold in half for transport. You can throw one in the back of a pickup truck and set it up in 5 minutes."

BIT's most popular product is their "RollerGo" series: a portable conveyor with swivel caster wheels (lockable, of course) and a telescoping frame that extends from 1.5 to 4 meters. "A vendor at the Tarawa Farmers' Market uses one to move baskets of bananas from her truck to her stall," Bure says. "She sets it up in 2 minutes, and it saves her from carrying heavy baskets in the sun. When the market's over, she folds it up and drives home."

But BIT isn't just about portability—they also focus on affordability. Their conveyors are priced 30% lower than many competitors, making them accessible to startups and micro-businesses. "We use aluminum and plastic parts where we can, without sacrificing quality," Bure explains. "A small bakery in Betio needed a conveyor to move dough trays, but they had almost no budget. We sold them a basic RollerGo with plastic roller tracks for less than $500. Now they're expanding, and they're coming back for a second one."

Tarawa Conveyor Co. (TCC) has been around longer than most—since 2003—and in that time, they've become the experts in warehousing solutions. If you need to organize a large inventory, move pallets efficiently, or create a system where products "flow" to pickers automatically, TCC is the name to know.

"Warehousing in Kiribati is tricky," says TCC's operations manager, Ioane Tabai. "Space is limited, and you can't afford to waste a square meter. Our gravity conveyors and flow racks are designed to maximize vertical space and keep products moving—no motors needed, just gravity."

TCC's gravity conveyors use roller tracks (often with steel or aluminum wheels) set at a slight incline, so products glide from high to low without electricity—a boon for businesses with unreliable power. Their flow racks (like Material Rack B, 3 rows and 3 floors) are paired with these conveyors to create "first in, first out" (FIFO) systems, perfect for perishables or time-sensitive goods. "A grocery store in Bikenibeu was throwing away expired milk because they couldn't rotate stock fast enough," Tabai recalls. "We installed flow racks with roller tracks: new milk goes in the back, and it rolls forward as customers take the front cartons. Now they have zero waste."

But TCC doesn't stop at conveyors and racks. They also design custom workbenches for warehouse staff, with features like built-in tool holders and adjustable heights. "A warehouse isn't just about storing products—it's about people working efficiently," Tabai says. "If your pickers have to bend over a low workbench all day, they'll get tired and make mistakes. Our ergonomic workbenches, paired with our roller tracks, keep everything at waist height. Happy workers mean faster, better work."

Abaiang Lean Systems isn't just a conveyor supplier—they're consultants. Founded in 2014, this company takes a holistic approach to efficiency, using lean manufacturing principles to design conveyor systems that don't just move products, but improve entire processes .

"A conveyor is just a tool," says founder Manaia Kabuai. "The real value is in how it fits into your workflow. We start by asking: What's slowing you down? Where are the bottlenecks? Then we design a conveyor system that solves those specific problems."

Abaiang specializes in modular lean pipe systems, which use lean tubes and joints that can be quickly reconfigured as needs change. "A furniture factory in South Tarawa needed to switch between making chairs and tables," Kabuai explains. "With traditional conveyors, they'd need two separate systems. With our lean pipe conveyors, they can take apart the chair line in an hour and rebuild it for tables. It's like Legos for adults."

But Abaiang's real strength is their consulting. They send teams to observe a client's workflow, map out inefficiencies, and then design a lean solution that includes conveyors, workbenches, flow racks, and even employee training. "We once worked with a shirt factory that had workers walking 2 miles a day just to get materials," Kabuai recalls. "We installed a simple lean pipe conveyor system, rearranged their workbenches, and cut walking time by 80%. Now they make 100 more shirts a day, and workers are less tired."

Agriculture is the backbone of Kiribati's economy, and for farmers and processors, moving perishables—like fresh fruit, vegetables, or flowers—requires a gentle touch. Maiana Material Handling, founded in 2016, specializes in conveyor systems designed to protect delicate goods, with soft plastic roller tracks and swivel roller balls that minimize jostling and damage.

"A bruised coconut or a crushed pandanus leaf is a wasted product," says Maiana's founder, Kaitira Tebau. "Our plastic roller tracks (yellow or grey) have smooth, rounded edges, and our swivel roller balls (0.5 inch for small items, 1 inch for larger ones) let products glide without pressure points. We even make stainless steel swivel roller balls for clients who need extra durability."

Maiana's conveyors are also easy to clean—a must for food processing. Their plastic components resist stains and can be sanitized with bleach or hot water, making them compliant with food safety standards. "A coconut oil processor in Maiana was losing 10% of their yield because coconut meat was getting stuck in the cracks of their old metal conveyor," Tebau says. "We replaced it with a plastic roller track, and now they can hose it down in 5 minutes—no more stuck meat, no more waste."

Beyond conveyors, Maiana sells hand trolleys and turnover racks designed to work with their systems, creating end-to-end solutions for farmers. "A farmer in Arorae grows bananas and needed to move bunches from the field to his truck," Tebau recalls. "We sold him a hand trolley with a small roller track on top—he can load bananas onto the trolley, roll them to the truck, and then slide them off the roller track. No more carrying heavy bunches on his shoulders."

What happens when your conveyor breaks down in the middle of a busy season? For many businesses in Kiribati, the answer used to be weeks of downtime waiting for parts. But not anymore, thanks to Butaritari Conveyor Services (BCS). Founded in 2009, BCS is Kiribati's only conveyor supplier focused solely on maintenance, repairs, and replacement parts—and they're available 24/7.

"Conveyors don't stop working at 5 PM, and neither do we," says BCS owner Rutaake Beia. "A fish processing plant can't wait until Monday to fix a broken roller track—their tuna will spoil. We have a warehouse in Tarawa stocked with roller track connectors, caster wheels, joint parts, and every other component you might need. We can be on-site in 2 hours for emergency repairs."

BCS's services include preventive maintenance (they'll come quarterly to inspect your conveyor, clean parts, and ｒｅｐｌａｃｅ worn rollers), emergency repairs, and custom part fabrication for older or hard-to-find systems. "We once had a client with a 20-year-old conveyor from overseas that no one made parts for anymore," Beia recalls. "We measured the broken roller, machined a new one in our workshop, and had it installed the same day. They were back up and running by afternoon."

But BCS isn't just about fixing problems—they also help clients avoid them. They offer training sessions for maintenance staff, teaching them how to spot early signs of wear, lubricate moving parts, and keep conveyors running smoothly. "Prevention is cheaper than repair," Beia says. "A 30-minute checkup every month can save you from a $1,000 repair later."