Before you go ahead and invest in a new packaging machine from a vendor, you want to do your due diligence and make sure you know what you&#;re getting. So what you ask to properly vet different vendors? Here's a short list of essential concerns that you'll want to address while you're shopping for new high-tech packaging machines.
First, you want to make sure that the machines that you are considering will work with the products that you're using. Otherwise, you're going to have serious problems integrating that machine in the workspace.
You&#;ll also want to know how well your vendor's products will facilitate customization. You probably have specific packaging processes in mind, and some of those need custom equipment. Make sure you're on the same page before committing to a purchase.
Ask vendors about the typical maintenance burden for a given machine over time. You'll also want to know who to call in an emergency situation, and who will help from the vendor side. Support is critically important with these types of capital purchases.
Ascertain the facts as to how human operators use a machine to understand how easy it will be to train people, and what kinds of functionality that machine will support. For instance, ask about visual displays on human-machine interfaces (HMIs) that will illustrate packaging processes to human operators as they're being performed.
Ask about any special features that will enhance the machine&#;s value to you as a company. For instance, ask about any metrics or business intelligence information that a machine might provide through the Internet of Things (IoT) or machine to machine (M2M) network.
It&#;s also a good idea to figure out what kinds of packaging or assembly processes a machine can support. Can additional assemblies be easily added to the machine in the future if your product line changes?
In addition to bag filling processes, ask about cartoning and other types of containers that can be worked into the production process. Again, your needs may change over time, and you want vendors that can help to streamline additional future production processes efficiently.
Figure out how the machine works in terms of the precise spaces used to package food and other goods. For example, you'll want to figure out the floorspace available to accommodate the piece of equipment as well as any ceiling height restrictions.
How does the machine support ergonomic outcomes? This is an important question, and an important fact to consider, because it protects front-line workers from harm, and maximizes productivity at the same time.
It's also important to get some type of idea of how much uptime the machine will support. In other words, how long can you go without a break, and how long might you reasonably expect continual production to last without care or maintenance?
Packaging machines also support a given range of bag filling. Ask vendors about whether it's important to invest in one machine that will handle a whole range of bag widths, or several machines, one for wider bags and another for narrower bags. Figure out what the most cost-effective choice is for your business.
Make sure your vendor has an established record of service and commitment to your success for the life of the machine. Then you'll know you're in good hands in terms of quality manufacturing and support.
Another great thing to ask a vendor about is other related suppliers, particularly film suppliers or others who provide the pouches and materials used with the machine. This is another way to do the right research and ensure better business partnerships over the long haul.
Figure out how quickly and easily the packaging machine can change over to different production processes, for instance, different bag types or sizes. Talk to the vendor about tool-free changeover and other processes that can add efficiency and versatility to your operations.
It doesn&#;t hurt to do a little bit of research into what your competition is using. It&#;s a way to make sure that you&#;re not left behind, and that if you choose to make a bit of a larger investment, you&#;ll have a competitive edge. A great place to do this is industry trade shows.
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Partner with Viking Masek for your packaging machine needs today! Give us a call at (920) 564- or contact us online.
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You&#;re ready to purchase a new machine for your facility. You&#;ve contacted a few different manufacturers for more information, but instead of providing answers, they bombard you with question after question of their own. &#;What&#;s your budget?&#; &#;What kind of products do you need to package?&#; &#;Tell us about your facility.&#;
Why? Because these questions are essential to finding the right piece of equipment that suits your needs. Machines aren&#;t one-size-fits-all, and choosing a machine that isn&#;t compatible with your products, materials, or facility could spell disaster. Here are some questions to ask when shopping for packaging machinery. Be prepared to answer these questions during your search.
Some businesses have an unlimited budget. Others operate on a shoestring budget. Some can wait months for their new machine to arrive. Others need it ASAP. Before you begin your search for a new piece of machinery, it&#;s important to iron out a few basic details.
Your budget is one of these crucial details. Packaging machinery can cost anywhere from a few thousand dollars to millions of dollars. A turntable stretch wrapper costs, on average, $9,500 to $17,000 dollars. An automated guided vehicle (AGV) ranges from $100,000 to $150,000 dollars. Case packers are normally priced between $100,000 and $500,000 dollars.
Used machines can cost less. However, if your budget allows, buying new is generally better. Used machines are more prone to breaking down and have a much shorter lifespan than new machines. They also come with substantially fewer quality of life (QOL) features. Before you shop, identify the average cost of the machine you need and set your budget accordingly.
Another important detail to consider is your timeline. When do you need your new machine up and running by? Do you need it within the week or can you wait? If you need it quickly, shop with local manufacturers or manufacturers that promise quick delivery and assembly.
The size, shape, and weight of your products or pallets can heavily influence what kind of machine is right for you. Stretch wrapping machines, for example, come in a variety of types. Turntable wrappers can handle most regular-shaped and average-sized loads. Rotary arm wrappers are ideal for loads that are too heavy or too light for turntable wrappers. Horizontal stretch wrappers are used to wrap items that are &#;longer&#; than normal, such as lumber, doors, windows, carpets, and textiles.
The kind of materials you use (film, containers, etc.) also makes a difference. Machines aren&#;t guaranteed to be compatible with your preferred choice of materials. Unless you&#;re willing to change the kind of materials you use, search for machines that work with your current material choices.
Choosing a machine that&#;s compatible with your facility is essential. If a machine is too heavy, too tall, or incompatible with your facility&#;s electrical source, you won&#;t be able to use it.
The first question you should ask is, &#;How much weight can the floor support?&#; Most floors are designed to support a minimum of 40-50 pounds per square foot. Make sure your floor can support the weight of the machine you buy. If the floor is put under too much pressure, it can crack or even collapse. Don&#;t forget that other machines in the vicinity, pallets and boxes, and foot traffic also contribute to pounds per square foot.
Another question you should ask is &#;How much space will this machine take up?&#; Every machine will take up a certain amount of floor space. Ensure you have enough room in your facility for a machine before you purchase.
One measurement that&#;s commonly overlooked is the height of a machine. If your facility has a tall ceiling, height shouldn&#;t be much of a problem, but if your facility has a short ceiling, remember to check the height of any machines you&#;re considering. If a machine is too tall, it might not fit inside your facility.
Finally, make sure that the machine you purchase is compatible with your facility&#;s energy source and electrical lines. A lot of machines from overseas are built with different components than machines bought domestically.
If the machine you purchase isn&#;t compatible with your facility&#;s power source, you have three options: purchasing a different machine, purchasing expensive adapters, or completely reworking your facility&#;s electrical. Talk about expensive!
As long as you remember to perform routine preventative maintenance, machines are generally reliable. But sometimes, machines can be unpredictable and break down unexpectedly and inexplicably.
When repairs need to be made, they need to be made fast in order to prevent extended downtime and productivity loss. One question to ask when shopping for packaging machinery is how hard it is to acquire parts for the machine. How accessible are they? How long do they take to manufacture? How long do you have to wait for delivery?
Long lead times can result in extended downtime. In general, older machines and machines from overseas are the hardest to quickly find and acquire parts for. To keep downtime to a minimum, purchase from a manufacturer that can produce and ship parts quickly. Your machine manufacturer should also offer:
The sooner your machines are repaired, the sooner you can resume production. Purchasing from a reliable local manufacturer ensures you get the most use out of your machine as possible.
There are a lot of different manufacturers to choose from. What kind of qualities should you look for in a packaging machinery company? Reputation is one. Take a look at their online reviews to see if customers rate them highly or poorly. As mentioned previously, you also want to look for a manufacturer that provides ample support in the event your machine breaks down or malfunctions.
Finally, look for a manufacturer that offers a wide range of high-quality machines. Thoroughly read through the manual of any machine you&#;re considering to see what kind of QOL features they come equipped with.
Robopac USA is the world&#;s largest secondary packaging equipment company and the #1 place to find state-of-the-art, high-tech machinery for your facility. We have case packer machines to help speed up the packing process, along with other machines that can stretch wrap, pack, palletize, erect, and seal products. Shop with us today or contact us to learn more about our products and services.
Before you go ahead and invest in a new packaging machine from a vendor, you want to do your due diligence and make sure you know what you&#;re getting. So what you ask to properly vet different vendors? Here's a short list of essential concerns that you'll want to address while you're shopping for new high-tech packaging machines.
First, you want to make sure that the machines that you are considering will work with the products that you're using. Otherwise, you're going to have serious problems integrating that machine in the workspace.
You&#;ll also want to know how well your vendor's products will facilitate customization. You probably have specific packaging processes in mind, and some of those need custom equipment. Make sure you're on the same page before committing to a purchase.
Ask vendors about the typical maintenance burden for a given machine over time. You'll also want to know who to call in an emergency situation, and who will help from the vendor side. Support is critically important with these types of capital purchases.
Ascertain the facts as to how human operators use a machine to understand how easy it will be to train people, and what kinds of functionality that machine will support. For instance, ask about visual displays on human-machine interfaces (HMIs) that will illustrate packaging processes to human operators as they're being performed.
Ask about any special features that will enhance the machine&#;s value to you as a company. For instance, ask about any metrics or business intelligence information that a machine might provide through the Internet of Things (IoT) or machine to machine (M2M) network.
It&#;s also a good idea to figure out what kinds of packaging or assembly processes a machine can support. Can additional assemblies be easily added to the machine in the future if your product line changes?
In addition to bag filling processes, ask about cartoning and other types of containers that can be worked into the production process. Again, your needs may change over time, and you want vendors that can help to streamline additional future production processes efficiently.
Figure out how the machine works in terms of the precise spaces used to package food and other goods. For example, you'll want to figure out the floorspace available to accommodate the piece of equipment as well as any ceiling height restrictions.
How does the machine support ergonomic outcomes? This is an important question, and an important fact to consider, because it protects front-line workers from harm, and maximizes productivity at the same time.
It's also important to get some type of idea of how much uptime the machine will support. In other words, how long can you go without a break, and how long might you reasonably expect continual production to last without care or maintenance?
Packaging machines also support a given range of bag filling. Ask vendors about whether it's important to invest in one machine that will handle a whole range of bag widths, or several machines, one for wider bags and another for narrower bags. Figure out what the most cost-effective choice is for your business.
Make sure your vendor has an established record of service and commitment to your success for the life of the machine. Then you'll know you're in good hands in terms of quality manufacturing and support.
Another great thing to ask a vendor about is other related suppliers, particularly film suppliers or others who provide the pouches and materials used with the machine. This is another way to do the right research and ensure better business partnerships over the long haul.
Figure out how quickly and easily the packaging machine can change over to different production processes, for instance, different bag types or sizes. Talk to the vendor about tool-free changeover and other processes that can add efficiency and versatility to your operations.
It doesn&#;t hurt to do a little bit of research into what your competition is using. It&#;s a way to make sure that you&#;re not left behind, and that if you choose to make a bit of a larger investment, you&#;ll have a competitive edge. A great place to do this is industry trade shows.
Learn more about packaging equipment
Partner with Viking Masek for your packaging machine needs today! Give us a call at (920) 564- or contact us online.
You&#;re ready to purchase a new machine for your facility. You&#;ve contacted a few different manufacturers for more information, but instead of providing answers, they bombard you with question after question of their own. &#;What&#;s your budget?&#; &#;What kind of products do you need to package?&#; &#;Tell us about your facility.&#;
Why? Because these questions are essential to finding the right piece of equipment that suits your needs. Machines aren&#;t one-size-fits-all, and choosing a machine that isn&#;t compatible with your products, materials, or facility could spell disaster. Here are some questions to ask when shopping for packaging machinery. Be prepared to answer these questions during your search.
Some businesses have an unlimited budget. Others operate on a shoestring budget. Some can wait months for their new machine to arrive. Others need it ASAP. Before you begin your search for a new piece of machinery, it&#;s important to iron out a few basic details.
Your budget is one of these crucial details. Packaging machinery can cost anywhere from a few thousand dollars to millions of dollars. A turntable stretch wrapper costs, on average, $9,500 to $17,000 dollars. An automated guided vehicle (AGV) ranges from $100,000 to $150,000 dollars. Case packers are normally priced between $100,000 and $500,000 dollars.
Used machines can cost less. However, if your budget allows, buying new is generally better. Used machines are more prone to breaking down and have a much shorter lifespan than new machines. They also come with substantially fewer quality of life (QOL) features. Before you shop, identify the average cost of the machine you need and set your budget accordingly.
Another important detail to consider is your timeline. When do you need your new machine up and running by? Do you need it within the week or can you wait? If you need it quickly, shop with local manufacturers or manufacturers that promise quick delivery and assembly.
The size, shape, and weight of your products or pallets can heavily influence what kind of machine is right for you. Stretch wrapping machines, for example, come in a variety of types. Turntable wrappers can handle most regular-shaped and average-sized loads. Rotary arm wrappers are ideal for loads that are too heavy or too light for turntable wrappers. Horizontal stretch wrappers are used to wrap items that are &#;longer&#; than normal, such as lumber, doors, windows, carpets, and textiles.
The kind of materials you use (film, containers, etc.) also makes a difference. Machines aren&#;t guaranteed to be compatible with your preferred choice of materials. Unless you&#;re willing to change the kind of materials you use, search for machines that work with your current material choices.
Choosing a machine that&#;s compatible with your facility is essential. If a machine is too heavy, too tall, or incompatible with your facility&#;s electrical source, you won&#;t be able to use it.
The first question you should ask is, &#;How much weight can the floor support?&#; Most floors are designed to support a minimum of 40-50 pounds per square foot. Make sure your floor can support the weight of the machine you buy. If the floor is put under too much pressure, it can crack or even collapse. Don&#;t forget that other machines in the vicinity, pallets and boxes, and foot traffic also contribute to pounds per square foot.
Another question you should ask is &#;How much space will this machine take up?&#; Every machine will take up a certain amount of floor space. Ensure you have enough room in your facility for a machine before you purchase.
One measurement that&#;s commonly overlooked is the height of a machine. If your facility has a tall ceiling, height shouldn&#;t be much of a problem, but if your facility has a short ceiling, remember to check the height of any machines you&#;re considering. If a machine is too tall, it might not fit inside your facility.
Finally, make sure that the machine you purchase is compatible with your facility&#;s energy source and electrical lines. A lot of machines from overseas are built with different components than machines bought domestically.
If the machine you purchase isn&#;t compatible with your facility&#;s power source, you have three options: purchasing a different machine, purchasing expensive adapters, or completely reworking your facility&#;s electrical. Talk about expensive!
As long as you remember to perform routine preventative maintenance, machines are generally reliable. But sometimes, machines can be unpredictable and break down unexpectedly and inexplicably.
When repairs need to be made, they need to be made fast in order to prevent extended downtime and productivity loss. One question to ask when shopping for packaging machinery is how hard it is to acquire parts for the machine. How accessible are they? How long do they take to manufacture? How long do you have to wait for delivery?
Long lead times can result in extended downtime. In general, older machines and machines from overseas are the hardest to quickly find and acquire parts for. To keep downtime to a minimum, purchase from a manufacturer that can produce and ship parts quickly. Your machine manufacturer should also offer:
The sooner your machines are repaired, the sooner you can resume production. Purchasing from a reliable local manufacturer ensures you get the most use out of your machine as possible.
There are a lot of different manufacturers to choose from. What kind of qualities should you look for in a packaging machinery company? Reputation is one. Take a look at their online reviews to see if customers rate them highly or poorly. As mentioned previously, you also want to look for a manufacturer that provides ample support in the event your machine breaks down or malfunctions.
Finally, look for a manufacturer that offers a wide range of high-quality machines. Thoroughly read through the manual of any machine you&#;re considering to see what kind of QOL features they come equipped with.
Robopac USA is the world&#;s largest secondary packaging equipment company and the #1 place to find state-of-the-art, high-tech machinery for your facility. We have case packer machines to help speed up the packing process, along with other machines that can stretch wrap, pack, palletize, erect, and seal products. Shop with us today or contact us to learn more about our products and services.