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EQUIPMENT
Top considerations
With all these benefits, it's easy to see why automation
has become a hot topic in the pet food industry, however,
these systems come with thier own challenges.
Because of the highly advanced nature of this equipment,
they often carry significant price tags, posing a
barrier to processors looking to implement automation
systems and receive a quick return on investment (ROI).
Robotic solutions will aid
the human labor to focus on
high-skilled, highly ergonomic
floor operations and safe
working conditions. "
Krupa Ravichandraan, Bosch Rexroth
" It is easy to be carried away with an all-in-one over
In addition to
palletizing, experts
recommend
processors incorporate
automation into
conveying and product
handling/transfer
equipment to further
streamline operations.
Burns & McDonnell
designed solution with all the bells and whistles, especially
if you are relatively new to the automation and
robotics equipment world, " Ravichandraan shared.
" Sometimes, people choose the least expensive equipment
or solution, which barely meets their current
needs or fails prematurely or is not suited for even minor
changes to production requirements. So, it is very critical
to work with experienced professionals in the OEM
(original equipment manufacturer) and vendor world to
help you walk through the process. "
Because of their significant costs, companies looking
to add automation into their operations should first target
more labor-intensive processes.
" Automation is most effective in processes with high
volumes, consistent batch production and uniform
packaging, " Valadez detailed. " ... Automating entire
production lines may require significant investment, but
targeting labor-intensive processes like case packing or
palletizing can provide quicker ROI. Automation is best
implemented in processes where throughput justifies the
capital expense. "
In addition to ROI and costs, Wilcox recommends
that processors make the following considerations:
* How well the new technology will integrate with
existing processes and infrastructure, as well as if
the current facility has additional capacity.
* If the solutions are able to grow and scale with future
needs and production demands.
* The impact on existing workforce, what additional
training is required to operate such systems, if the
current workforce can handle such training, and
how much cross-training is needed.
* A vendor's reputation with past customers and
the level of support they provide during and after
installation.
" Knowing the current workflow and identifying bottlenecks
or inefficiencies can guide you in selecting the
right technologies, " he added. " Researching industry
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