How Much Time and Money Is Your Sleeve Retrieval Process Costing You?
In flexo printing facilities, efficiency is everything. Every second counts when it comes to meeting production demands and staying competitive in the packaging industry. Yet, one area where time is often lost — and rarely scrutinized — is the retrieval process for flexo sleeves. Many facilities don’t realize just how much time they’re spending on this seemingly small task, but the impact adds up fast.
Let’s break it down.
The Hidden Cost of Inefficient Sleeve Retrieval
In some flexo facilities, it can take upwards of 30 minutes to retrieve a single sleeve for a job. While that might not seem like a big deal at first glance, the cumulative effect over time is staggering. Here’s the math:
30 minutes per retrieval x 6 jobs per day = 3 hours daily
Over a 5-day workweek, that’s 15 hours spent just on retrieving sleeves.
In a typical month (20 workdays), that translates to 60 hours.
Over the course of a year (240 workdays), that’s 720 hours — or 18 full workweeks spent on sleeve retrieval alone!
Now, let’s put those hours into financial terms. If the burdened rate (wages, benefits, and overhead) for your department is $50/hour, that’s $36,000 per year spent on this inefficiency.
What’s the Solution?
At FlexoPodz, we specialize in creating smart storage solutions tailored to the needs of flexo printing facilities. Our systems are designed to streamline your workflow, cutting sleeve retrieval time from 30 minutes to just a few minutes.
By optimizing your storage, you’re not just saving time; you’re freeing up valuable resources that can be redirected toward more productive activities. Imagine reclaiming those 720 hours annually and saving $36,000 in the process. That’s time and money you can reinvest into growing your business, improving quality, or expanding capacity.
The Bigger Picture
Beyond the direct cost savings, an efficient sleeve retrieval process can also:
Boost Team Productivity: When employees spend less time hunting for sleeves, they can focus on more valuable tasks that directly impact production.
Improve Workflow: Faster retrieval reduces bottlenecks and keeps jobs running smoothly.
Enhance Employee Satisfaction: Streamlined processes reduce frustration and create a more organized work environment.
Start Saving Time and Money Today
The numbers don’t lie: inefficiencies in sleeve retrieval are costing your facility both time and money. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With the right storage solution, you can transform this pain point into an opportunity for growth.
Ready to reclaim your time and resources? Let’s talk about how FlexoPodz can help you optimize your storage and boost efficiency. Contact us today to get started.