Advancements in technology offer packaging machine flexibility.
As production facilities continue to be challenged by smaller batch runs, higher OEE requirements and skilled labor shortages, there is a desire for simpler, more flexible equipment. One way to achieve more flexibility is by addressing the time, tools and parts needed to implement changeovers.
Size changeover can be accomplished by a variety of methods. The most common methods historically involved a cart full of change parts, manual adjustments using slots and scales, or manual adjustments with digital (mechanical) counters. Some machines still use a combination of all three.