The Importance of Quarterly Mechanical Maintenance Checks for Seamers

Conducting quarterly can-seamer maintenance audits is vital to increasing your O.E.E. (Overall Equipment Effectiveness). Skipping proper maintenance can hinder performance in your production line. Discover why it is important to conduct these quarterly checks so you can continue to operate at peak operational efficiency.

Quarterly Maintenance Checks

Comprehensive Can-Seamer Cleaning

1. Remove all material waste and perform seamer CIP

Hand polish tooling using roll polisher from RSS MACLIN 
Residue buildup on the can-seamer head can cause misalignment during the sealing process, potentially damaging the can and making it unusable. Cleaning the can-seamer head is important because it not only prevents contamination, but it contributes to food safety, preventing downtime, and reducing waste.

Conveyor System 
Residue on the conveyor system disrupts the flow of cans through the seaming station, causing jams and production downtime for cleanup. Addressing the excess buildup allows you to prevent more cans from being damaged, spillage of products, and prevent slipping hazards.

2. Clean/Inspect Seamer Rollers

The primary function of the first op roll is to create the initial kick radius of the cover and body hook. The second op roll irons it out. Wear, tear, or damage to these rollers can compromise the seal, and cause leaking and spoilage.

Calibration Check

1. Ensure Can Height and Diameter Settings are Accurate

One of the most crucial checks is to make sure the settings on the can seamer reflect the correct height and diameter. If the settings are set to the incorrect measurements, this could cause improper sealing and damage the cans — deeming them unusable.

2. Calibration Adjustment

Regular recalibration allows for the proper sealing and maintaining product quality.

Review Wear Parts Inventory

1. Assess the Condition of Spare Parts

Ask yourself: “Will the seamer parts I have on hand be effective if a replacement is needed?” Even if you answered yes, confirming you have spare seamer parts that can easily be replaced and are functional is important to making sure your can seamer is working at optimal performance.

2. Order Replacements as Needed

If you do not have replacements available, we recommend having one to two in stock for emergencies.

Schedule Can-Seamer Maintenance

Quarterly can-seamer maintenance is a necessary step to a functioning can seamer. If you are in need an audit or line maintenance, we can help you address problems before big issues arise.

Contact us to request a quote for service or to learn more about how we can support your can-seamer maintenance needs.