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Estimate simple annual benefit and cash payback. Use conservative assumptions and validate the result with finance, engineering and production owners.
Enter the production figures and select Calculate result.
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Packaging Automation Payback Calculator
Estimate annual benefit and simple payback from labour, waste and capacity improvements.
Questions about this calculator
Is this a financial forecast?
It is a simple screening calculation, not a formal investment appraisal. Add tax, finance, depreciation, ramp-up and risk as required by your business.
Should added capacity be counted?
Only where the business can sell or use the additional good output. Keep capacity contribution separate from direct cash savings.
What costs are often missed?
Integration, utilities, tooling, guarding, training, maintenance, consumables, finance and residual operator work.