One of the biggest decisions that production companies in any industry have to determine is when to change existing equipment and machines. There is always a cost factor involved, but when it comes to running old equipment, there are offsetting costs involved in operating with outdated equipment as well.
Understanding the cost benefits of upgrading to new packaging systems can make it easier to determine if an upgrade is the right decision. Of course, when equipment is reaching the end of its life cycle or if there are issues with continual downtime and the need for repairs, the choice to replace sooner rather than later will always be easier.
Increased Packaging Rates
New options in packaging systems for all types of containers and products offer an increased rate of packaging. This translates into increased production per hour, which helps to reduce the cost per unit of production.
Larger Options for Packaging Sizes
With greater demand for a variety of sizes and packaging options for different products, new packaging systems offer the versatility that a producer needs. Unlike old systems where there may be complicated processes to change sizing on the system, new systems are easy to adjust and can be pre-set for extremely short changes.
Less Waste
Higher levels of automation and more precise integration with current production software and technology means less waste in both packaging errors as well as in measuring and product delivery through the system. With less waste, there is a lower cost of production, which adds to the bottom line.
Higher Efficiency
Higher efficiency is a factor of lower waste, increased packaging rates as well as greater versatility with the systems. Full automation of packaging also leads to increased efficiency, something that will easily factor in the ability of the new system to pay for itself in a short period of time.
