Right-size the process before increasing capacity

After a busy period, it is tempting to solve every bottleneck by specifying the fastest machine available. Packroom performance actually depends on the complete process: product arrival, operator movement, packaging presentation, printing, sealing, protection and onward handling.

Right-sizing means choosing equipment that handles normal demand efficiently, has sensible headroom for peaks and remains flexible enough for the real product mix.

Measure the current packroom

Record packs per hour, operator time, changeover frequency, material usage, errors and points where work accumulates. Identify whether the restriction is loading, printing, sealing, protective packaging or moving completed orders away.

Choose the appropriate bagging system

Flexible tabletop bagging

The SEVERN-DT is suited to components, kits, spares and other small-to-medium products packed into pre-opened bags. Available in 200mm and 300mm configurations, it can include inline printing. Operator loading supports varied products, while its automation-ready design allows an infeed to be added when repeat volumes grow.

Automated counting and feeding

For stable product streams, counting, weighing and feeding systems can automate loading. Options include the SEVERN-CC counting conveyor, SEVERN-CS counting scale and SEVERN-BF bowl feeder. A trial should confirm feedability, orientation and realistic changeover time.

E-commerce fulfilment

The e-commerce bagging machine forms right-sized bags from roll-fed film and applies the shipping label inline. This can reduce operator touches across a high-volume fulfilment process.

Bring protective packaging to the operator

The Cirrus range produces air pillows, Multipocket and SoftLayer on demand, while Cirrus delivery systems can supply one or several workstations. Paper alternatives include HexcelWrap, Hexafil, paper cushioning and cardboard shredders.

Review the workstation and end of line

A configured pack bench can improve output without increasing machine speed. Materials and completed orders should follow a clear flow with minimal reaching and walking.

Robopac turntable, low-profile, rotary-arm and mobile pallet wrappers replace inconsistent hand wrapping with repeatable film application. The Maripak shrink range includes chamber machines, L-sealers, automatic side sealers, sleeve wrappers and shrink tunnels.

Allow realistic headroom

Assess output using the real product and material, allowing for changeovers, replenishment, checks and operator breaks. The best investment is a balanced process that improves consistency today and can expand without unnecessary complexity.

Contact Severn Packaging to arrange a packroom review, demonstration or trial.