When production schedules are busy, even minor issues with end-of-line packaging equipment can cause unnecessary disruption.
Whether you’re preparing for a seasonal increase in demand or maintaining day-to-day production, taking a little time to check your equipment, spare parts and support arrangements can help reduce the risk of unexpected downtime.
Use this checklist to see whether your packaging operations are ready for the weeks ahead.
1. Machinery condition
- Have your strapping, wrapping and other end-of-line packaging machines been checked for signs of wear or damage?
- Are there any recurring faults or minor issues that need attention?
- Are machines operating consistently and producing secure, correctly packaged loads?
2. Servicing and maintenance
- Is your machinery up to date with its recommended servicing schedule?
- Have any outstanding maintenance issues been addressed?
- Are routine cleaning and maintenance checks being completed in line with manufacturer guidance?
3. Spare parts and consumables
- Do you have sufficient supplies of strapping, wrapping film and other consumables for expected production volumes?
- Are frequently required replacement parts readily available?
- Do you know how quickly additional parts can be supplied if needed?
4. Operators and training
- Are operators confident using the equipment and recognising common issues?
- Do team members know how to respond safely to machine faults?
- Are the relevant operating instructions and procedures easily accessible?
5. Technical support
- Do you know who to contact if your packaging machinery develops a fault?
- Are you familiar with your equipment supplier’s technical support and servicing arrangements?
- Do you have a plan in place to minimise disruption if a machine is unexpectedly unavailable?
Need some additional support?
At Gordian Strapping, we specialise in end-of-line packaging equipment, helping manufacturers keep their packaging operations running smoothly.
From machinery servicing and technical support to spare parts, consumables and complete packaging solutions, our team is here to help.
Contact Gordian Strapping here to discuss your packaging machinery requirements.
