The key to success was the intense collaboration between the two partners. In various workshops processes in both plants were analysed and knowledge on bag manufacturing and cement filling process were shared. “Through the different workshops we held, everyone from Lafarge and Mondi contributed input in their field of expertise”, says Imran Omari, Packaging Manager at Lafarge Jordan. “This exchange of experience was very valuable for all team members, and we can now see the successful results at the end“, he adds.
Improvements on both sides were determined and implemented such as standardised training, enhanced palette packaging, reviews of the quality control system, training for bag handling, enhanced stock management procedures and even adaptations of filling equipment.
The processes improved through the project resulted in a considerable reduction of the breakage rate, which even exceeded the challenging target of reducing breakage by two thirds. “The results are impressive and I am glad to see that such a joint project between Lafarge and Mondi in Jordan enhanced the business cooperation towards more improvements on both sides”, explains Giuseppe DeDonno, Deputy Plant Manager at Lafarge Jordan.
“The positive results we achieved are a great motivation for us at Mondi Jordan to continue our efforts in delivering the best products with high service level standards”, adds Mohammad Najmiddin, Sales Manager at Mondi Jordan.
