{"id":70559,"date":"2015-07-08T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-07-08T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lantechweb.wpengine.com\/blog\/how-much-maintenance-does-a-semi-automatic-pallet-wrapper-require\/"},"modified":"2015-07-08T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2015-07-08T04:00:00","slug":"how-much-maintenance-does-a-semi-automatic-pallet-wrapper-require","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lantech.com\/how-much-maintenance-does-a-semi-automatic-pallet-wrapper-require\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Maintenance Does a Semi-automatic Pallet Wrapper Require?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Semi-automatic pallet wrappers<\/a> are industrial machines with moving parts.  As with any similar machines, a few simple checks on a daily or weekly basis can keep them running smoothly and help you catch potential problems before they occur.<\/p>\n

Your Maintenance Guide<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Look. Listen. Act.<\/p>\n

Take a few seconds to make a fast visual inspection of the pallet wrapper before wrapping the first load. Look f<\/em>or anything that seems unusual, missing, dirty or broken. For example, see if the fim roll is installed properly, or if there\u2019s film debris under the turntable, or oil leaking.<\/p>\n

When you actually wrap the first load, pay attention. Look and listen. <\/em>If you hear a strange noise, STOP the machine. Be alert for squeaking or scraping sounds or any grinding noises.<\/p>\n

Act! <\/em>If something\u2019s wrong, fix it now. It won\u2019t get better by itself.<\/p>\n

Remember to disconnect the power before performing any maintenance procedure. And periodically remind your operators to read any warning or cautions on the pallet wrapper. After a while, these signs tend to become almost invisible.<\/p>\n

Regular Maintenance Is the Key<\/strong><\/p>\n

Most folks agree that it\u2019s always easier, less stressful, and less costly to prevent problems than it is to interrupt workflow to repair them. Even the most inexpensive pallet wrappers come with a manual that has maintenance instructions and a parts guide.  You should refer to that for your specific machine, but in general it makes sense to schedule at least the following on a quarterly basis.<\/p>\n