In the world of packaging machinery, few investments deliveras much value and peace of mind as the ANSI/PMMI B155.1 safety standard. At $169, it is easy to underestimate what youare really getting. When you look at therealities manufacturers face today, B155.1 quickly reveals itself as the giftthat keeps on giving.
More Than Just Machine Builders
One of the most common misconceptions about B155.1 is thatit only applies to packaging machine manufacturers. In reality, the standard also applies toco-packers and co-manufacturers, organizations that integrate, operate, modify,or are otherwise responsible for packaging machinery in productionenvironments.
If you own it, operate it, modify it, or put product throughit, B155.1 is relevant to your operations.
Legal Implications
In our experience working with packaging manufacturers, itis not uncommon to see one to two litigation claims related to machineryincidents per year that ensnare a member company . In many of these situations, one of thecentral questions raised is whether the machine meets the recognized industrystandard. B155.1 exists precisely toaddress that question by providing clear, consensus-based guidance for riskassessment, safeguarding and information for use.
Safety That Pays for Itself
Applying the concepts and processes described in B155.1supports safer machine design and use. Astructured approach to risk assessment leads to more intentional safeguardingdecisions. Clear responsibilities helpreduce gaps between machine builders, integrators, and end users. The cumulative effect is fewer incidents,reduced downtime, increased operator confidence, and more consistent safetyoutcomes over time.
An Obvious Return on Investment
For $169, ANSI/PMMI B155.1 provides a structured safetyframework that promotes safer equipment and better alignment acrossmanufacturers, co-packers, and co-manufacturers.
What more could you ask for?
In a world where safety expectations are unlikely to becomesimpler, ANSI/PMMI B155.1 offers a practical path forward. It helps makemachines safer, supports sound engineering practices, and provides clarity inan otherwise complex landscape.
