Essential Daily Can Seamer Checks

Maintaining a can seamer is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of your production line and the quality of your final product. Regular maintenance and daily checks can help identify and address common issues before they become major problems.

Here are some key areas to focus on during your daily checks:

Ensure Adequate Oil

One of the simplest yet most crucial checks is to make sure your can seamer machine is properly lubricated. Adequate oil levels are essential for the smooth operation of the machine’s moving parts. Running a seamer with insufficient lubrication or contaminated oil due to failing seals can lead to increased friction, wear, and eventually, costly repairs.

Check for Excessive End-Play in Rolls

End-play refers to the lateral movement of the seaming rolls. Excessive end-play can lead to inconsistent seaming and potential product defects. The max should be .002. During your daily checks, ensure that the rolls have minimal lateral movement. If you notice excessive end-play, it may be necessary to adjust or replace the rolls to maintain optimal performance.

Inspect Chucks for Wear and Damage

Chucks are critical components in the can seaming process, responsible for holding the can in place during seaming. Daily inspections should include checking for any signs of coating wear, cracks, or other damage. Worn or damaged chucks can compromise the seal, leading to potential product contamination or spoilage.

Verify Knockout Pads

Knockout pads play a vital role in removing the can from the seamer after the seaming process. It’s important to check that these pads are spinning properly and are free of obstructions. A malfunctioning knockout pad can cause jams or damage to the cans, disrupting production and increasing the likelihood of downtime. Make sure to check that pads are free of damage or wear.

Check Can Holding Chucks for Spring Pressure and Sticking

Can chucks must maintain the right amount of spring pressure to hold cans securely during the seaming process. By hand or using a pry bar, check the chucks to ensure they are functioning correctly. If the chucks are sticking or the spring pressure is insufficient, it can lead to improper sealing and product defects.

Creating good practices like this is very tedious and must be adopted by all company cultures to create the necessary consistency in the products they produce.

Reach Out to RSS MACLIN

RSS MACLIN offers services that help you ensure peak performance. Our total line support offerings include preventative maintenance checks, seam checks, and can seamer audits. We also offer can-seam and can-seamer training, so your team can address issues promptly with the right attention.

Contact us to request a quote for service or to find out what we can do for your can-seaming machinery and your team.