Giveaway in packaging refers to the excess product included in packs beyond the target weight. While it may seem small per pack, it can add up to significant cost losses, especially for high value products like nuts, raisins, and snacks. For production lines running at high speed, even a few grams extra per pack can translate into thousands of rupees in lost revenue each day.
Real World Impact of Giveaway
On a busy production line, the cost of giveaway is measurable per line per minute. Premium products amplify the financial impact, making precise portioning crucial. Over time, unchecked giveaway not only increases material costs but also reduces overall return on investment for the packaging line.
How Precision Weighers Help
SmartFill’s multihead weighers minimize giveaway with advanced combination logic and highly accurate load cells. By selecting the optimal mix of hoppers for every pack, the weigher ensures consistent fills while reducing excess. Optional reject systems with timing buckets further prevent off weight packs from reaching the market, safeguarding both product quality and revenue.
SmartFill Case Insights
Clients like Jagdish Farsan, Ekta Sing, and Ganesh have seen measurable savings after implementing SmartFill systems. Typical results include reduced product giveaway by 2–5%, faster cycle times, and lower material waste leading to a significant reduction in total cost of ownership across the line, including the multihead weigher (MHW), FFS/FFS integration, structure, and Z conveyor.
Key Takeaways
Investing in precision weighing technology not only improves accuracy but also saves money by cutting giveaway, enhancing production efficiency, and reducing long term operational costs.
Contact SmartFill at sales@smartfill.in today to get a complete quote for your setup and discover how precision weighers can optimize your packaging line.
