What is a Preventative Maintenance Agreement (PMA)?
Think of a Preventive Maintenance Agreement as a personalized healthcare plan for your packaging equipment. Through regular checkups, adjustments, and proactive part replacements, we identify and address potential issues before they become costly breakdowns.
How We Evaluate & Calculate Your PMA
Our team assesses your equipment based on several factors, including the number of machines, their age and condition, the operating environment, and your production schedule. This evaluation allows us to create a customized maintenance plan that fits your unique requirements and budget. Some factors that we consider are:
- Your Equipment Fleet: The number and types of machines you use.
- Production Environment: Temperature, humidity, and other factors impacting equipment wear.
- Machine Age & Condition: Newer machines may need less frequent maintenance than older ones.
- In-House Expertise: Do you have dedicated maintenance staff?
- Operational Schedule: Prefer service during production hours or off-peak times?
- Desired Service Frequency: Monthly, quarterly, or semi-annual visits to fit your budget.
Maintenance Checklist
- Multiple service calls per year
- Close inspection of all equipment
- Tightening of screws, nuts, and bolts
- Inspection of electrical connectors
- Adjustment of timers, valves, heating units, and tensioners
- Inspection of motors and drive systems
- Replacement of worn or failing parts
- Cleaning and lubrication of critical components
- Fine-tuning the system for optimal speed and efficiency
- Comprehensive testing to ensure performance
- Training for your machine operators and maintenance personnel
The Summit Packaging Difference
- Reduced Downtime: Regular maintenance minimizes unexpected breakdowns, keeping your lines humming.
- Extended Equipment Life: Proactive care helps your machines last longer, maximizing your return on investment.
- Increased Productivity: Well-maintained equipment operates more efficiently, potentially boosting output by 20-30%.
- Predictable Costs: PMAs offer a fixed-cost solution, eliminating the uncertainty of emergency repairs.
- Local Expertise: Our factory-trained technicians have in-depth knowledge of packaging equipment and a keen eye for potential problems.
- Training Opportunities: Our technicians can train your maintenance team on proper equipment care.
Get a Quote
Call now to see if you qualify and get a quote! Let Summit Packaging help you maintain the reliability and efficiency of your packaging line with our comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Agreements.
