The Factory Acceptance Test (FATs) is one of the most critical activities when procuring automated packaging equipment and custom automated systems. In 20-plus years of consulting, I have been a part of many. In my last article, I outlined some of the considerations when faced with laying the groundwork for a Remote FAT. This time, […]
When to Consider Buying Pre-Owned Equipment
November 1, 2019 By Leave a Comment
When deciding whether to buy a new or used car, the decision depends on a number of factors…and money isn’t always number one. Determining whether a new or pre-owned equipment purchase makes sense depends on the situation. As an engineer or production manager, it is always fun to dream of all the possibilities that the […]
Budgeting for Your Capital Project
July 10, 2019 By Leave a Comment
Like crafting a signature red blend, creating a budget for a capital project can sometimes feel like a cross between guesswork, sorcery and luck. As any project management expert will explain, there is no black magic involved. Instead, budgeting for a capital project requires insight, forward thinking, and an attention to detail. Projects begin with […]
Invest in Your Projects Success: Budget For a Successful FAT
April 26, 2019 By Leave a Comment
Budgeting for a detailed Factory Acceptance Test is an investment in your project’s success. If you’ve ever had trouble convincing whoever makes and approves the capital equipment budgets in your organization to invest in a thorough FAT, read on… Packaging World recently featured an article “Successful FATs Improve Equipment Start-Ups” by Jim Chrzan. While his […]
