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Packaging Systems: New, Used or Refurbished?<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Improving packaging efficiency is essential for any business that handles products, their storage and shipping. Regardless of the product, streamlining processes helps you save money and reduce production downtime. This leads to increased overall profits.<\/p>\n

One of the actions with the greatest impact on efficiency is carrying out regular maintenance on your packaging machines<\/a>. While new machines require less maintenance, operate faster and can offer a variety of capabilities, the initial cost of new equipment may seem high.<\/p>\n

A viable alternative to spending money on new machines is purchasing used or refurbished packaging equipment<\/a>. This alternative can still provide a similar reduction in overall costs for those who are not ready to make a major capital investment.<\/p>\n

So, when packaging machines break down, should you send them for servicing or buy new ones? In this article, we offer some advice to help you make the right decision. We also discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each option.<\/p>\n

Evaluate your current equipment<\/strong>
\nAge of the packaging machines<\/strong>
\nWhen deciding whether to replace or refurbish your existing packaging equipment<\/a>, consider the age of the equipment. Packaging machines and systems<\/a> that are more than 15 years old cannot compete with newer models in terms of speed and versatility. In addition, the availability of spare parts becomes increasingly limited over time, not to mention the additional cost of replacing older parts more frequently.<\/p>\n

Downtime<\/strong>
\nConsider how much time you lose each month due to maintenance issues. Maintenance is unavoidable and even necessary, but if you spend more than 10 hours per month repairing packaging machines, the initial cost of refurbishment or new machines will pay off in the long term.<\/p>\n

Maintenance costs: Time and money<\/strong>
\nHow much do you spend maintaining your packaging systems?<\/a> What is the customer service like? Does the company respect your time and provide a service that meets your needs? The additional costs of frequent repairs, especially when dealing with a supplier that does not value your time or provide excellent service, can easily exceed the cost of a new machine.<\/p>\n

Are parts available on the market?<\/strong>
\nIt is important to consider the quick availability of spare parts for your packaging machines. Even if older machines are powerful, repairs will eventually be necessary. If the parts you need to repair an older machine are no longer manufactured, they may be almost impossible, or at least very difficult, to find.<\/p>\n

The lack of readily available spare parts leads to additional time for an unplanned repair or replacement of the packaging machine. This downtime could be harmful to production and the supply chain.<\/p>\n

Adaptability to current trends<\/strong>
\nNew and improved materials and designs are developed every day. Some machines cannot handle certain new materials, limiting your ability to keep your packages relevant. This also limits your ability to benefit from the cost savings associated with using newer materials.<\/p>\n

Consider the cost of machine errors<\/strong>
\nHow much money do you spend reprocessing orders because of machine errors? Even without frequent repairs or interruptions, if you spend time redistributing orders you have already completed because of printing errors or an incorrect cut, it is time to consider a new solution.<\/p>\n

Pros and cons of replacement options<\/strong>
\nNow that we have discussed the various aspects of evaluating current machines, we will share some common advantages and arguments for repairing your machines, refurbishing them or replacing them with new equipment.<\/p>\n

Repair<\/strong>
\nRepairing existing packaging machines<\/a> is the least expensive option. Repairs are often quick, but depend on the parts you need and the suppliers. Repairs require minimal downtime compared with the time needed to replace packaging machines and systems.<\/p>\n

If your machines are relatively new, can keep up with the production schedule and can handle a variety of materials and configurations to keep pace with trends, then a quick repair is probably the best choice.<\/p>\n

A robust preventive maintenance programme will help keep repairs a viable option. Often, worn parts or potential damage can be identified and fixed before your machines are even affected.<\/p>\n

The disadvantage of repairing machines is that, in the case of older machines, repairs may have a short lifespan. The older a machine is, the sooner additional repairs will be needed.<\/p>\n

Depending on the age of your machine, frequent repairs can cost much more than refurbishment or replacement.<\/p>\n

Refurbishment<\/strong>
\nRefurbished equipment is often the best option when machines experience frequent errors that lead to packaging being redone. The main benefit of refurbishment is that it is less expensive than completely replacing the equipment. Refurbished machines can result in faster and more accurate production.<\/p>\n

Refurbishment can lead to longer periods of production downtime because the machine is shut down for refurbishment and therefore will not produce anything.<\/p>\n

Buying a new packaging machine<\/strong>
\nAlthough repair and refurbishment are very good choices for keeping equipment operating at a high level, there are times when replacing machines with new equipment makes sense.<\/p>\n

New machines are much less likely to require repairs, especially with an appropriate maintenance programme. New machines also have lower maintenance costs than older ones.<\/p>\n

With newer equipment, you can update your packaging to match current market trends while experiencing less production downtime.<\/p>\n

The disadvantages of buying new machines are the high costs, as well as production downtime when replacing the machines and the working hours required to train machine operators in how to use them.<\/p>\n

There are several factors to consider when determining whether equipment needs to be repaired, refurbished or replaced. Cost is probably the most important consideration. Downtime is equally important. Each option requires production to stop for a period of time. There is time spent with repair or maintenance personnel, as well as time spent training staff. It is also important to consider your ability to remain agile and adapt to changes in protective packaging trends<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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