Episode 28: The Power of Preventative Maintenance (ft. Pete Seward)

In this episode of Wrappy Hour, we sit down with Peter Seward, Vice President of Engineering and Technical Services at Harpak-ULMA, to discuss one of the most overlooked drivers of packaging performance: preventative maintenance.While new equipment often takes the spotlight, Peter explains why a proactive maintenance strategy is essential for maximizing uptime, extending equipment life, and avoiding costly unplanned downtime. Drawing on decades of experience supporting packaging operations across North America, he shares practical advice on building effective maintenance programs, recognizing early warning signs, and empowering operators through training and routine inspections.From preventative maintenance best practices and spare parts planning to the evolving role of remote support and predictive technologies, this episode explores how today's manufacturers can shift from reacting to problems to preventing them altogether. Whether you're responsible for a single packaging line or an entire production facility, you'll walk away with actionable insights to help keep your operation running at peak performance.You can listen to Wrappy Hour directly on our website (harpak-ulma.com/wrappy-hour) or find a link to your preferred player there! Be sure to follow Harpak-ULMA on LinkedIn for more content and some behind-the-scenes action from the podcast.Please note the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Harpak-ULMA or its employees.