Plastic Supplies Dudley Doubles Packing Speed with SEVERN-DT Automatic Bagging System

Plastic Supplies Dudley Doubles Packing Speed with the SEVERN-DT Automatic Bagging System

Plastic Supplies Dudley transformed its manual packing operation with a complete automatic bagging solution supplied and installed by Severn Packaging. The SEVERN-DT automatic bagging machine, fitted with an integrated Savema printer, more than doubled packing speed, enabled one employee to be redeployed elsewhere in the business and delivered an estimated payback period of just six months.

The Customer

Plastic Supplies Dudley is a UK supplier and distributor of plastic products and components. As order volumes increased, the business wanted to improve packing efficiency while maintaining flexibility, improving pack presentation and reducing its environmental impact.

The Challenge

Products were previously packed manually, with parts pre-sorted before being placed into bags and labelled separately. Although effective, the process required significant operator time, restricted throughput and created an additional labelling stage.

The key objectives were to:

• Increase packing speed without increasing labour.
• Reduce manual handling and unnecessary process steps.
• Improve the consistency and presentation of every finished pack.
• Introduce more sustainable, fully recyclable packaging.
• Achieve a rapid return on investment.

The Severn Packaging Solution

Following application discussions and product trials, Plastic Supplies Dudley selected the SEVERN-DT automatic bagging machine with an integrated Savema thermal printer.

The complete package supplied by Severn Packaging included:

• SEVERN-DT automatic bagging machine.
• Integrated Savema printer for printing labels directly onto the bag.
• Label design software.
• Machine installation and commissioning by Severn Packaging.
• Operator training.
• 12-month parts and labour warranty.
• Ongoing technical and aftersales support.

As part of Severn Packaging’s Total Systems Approach, the machinery was supplied alongside the bags, thermal ribbons and ongoing consumables required to operate the system. This gives Plastic Supplies Dudley a single point of contact for the machine, packaging materials, print consumables and technical support.

The Results

More Than Doubled Packing Speed

The SEVERN-DT more than doubled packing speed compared with the previous manual process, even when the time required to pre-sort parts was included in the comparison.

One Employee Redeployed

The increase in productivity allowed one member of staff to be redeployed into another area of the business, improving overall operational efficiency without reducing headcount.

Six-Month Payback

The combination of faster throughput and labour savings delivered an estimated return on investment in approximately six months.

Improved Pack Presentation

The integrated Savema printer now prints product and order information directly onto each bag during the packing cycle. This removes the need for a separate labelling process and produces a cleaner, more consistent and professional finished pack.

More Sustainable Packaging

The bags supplied by Severn Packaging contain 60% recycled material and are fully recyclable. This has helped Plastic Supplies Dudley improve the sustainability of its packing operation without compromising machine performance or pack quality.

Key Project Benefits

• More than doubled packing speed.
• One employee redeployed into another area of the business.
• Approximately six-month return on investment.
• Professional information printed directly onto every bag.
• Integrated Savema thermal printer.
• Label design software included.
• Fully recyclable bags with 60% recycled content.
• Machine installation and operator training by Severn Packaging.
• 12-month parts and labour warranty.
• Machinery, bags, ribbons and consumables supplied through one partner.

Customer Comment

“The SEVERN-DT has transformed the way we pack our products. We have more than doubled our packing speed while also improving the presentation of the finished packs. The productivity improvement has allowed us to redeploy one person into another area of the business, and the system achieved payback in around six months. The installation and support from Severn Packaging have been excellent.”

Joe Loverock
Director, Plastic Supplies Dudley

Severn Packaging Comment

“Plastic Supplies Dudley is a great example of how a relatively compact automatic bagging system can deliver substantial operational improvements. By combining the SEVERN-DT with integrated Savema printing and recyclable bags, the customer has increased packing speed, improved presentation and achieved a very fast return on investment. Our Total Systems Approach means we continue to support the complete application, including the machinery, bags, ribbons, consumables and aftersales service.”

Lee Williams
Sales Director, Severn Packaging

A Complete Automatic Bagging Solution

Severn Packaging supplies complete automatic bagging systems for manufacturers, distributors and fulfilment operations across the UK. The Total Systems Approach combines automatic bagging machinery, integrated printing, recyclable bags, thermal ribbons, installation, training, warranty cover and ongoing technical support through one trusted supplier.

For businesses looking to replace manual bagging and separate labelling processes, the SEVERN-DT provides a flexible route to higher productivity, improved presentation and measurable labour savings.