Citus Kalix Post-FAT and Post-SAT Training: Empowering Customers for Peak Productivity
When it comes to packaging excellence, installing the right machine is just the beginning. The real advantage lies in how quickly your teams can make it perform at its best — and that’s where Citus Kalix Post-FAT and Post-SAT training come in. Designed and delivered by CK Academy, these expert-led programs turn every equipment delivery into a moment of empowerment and performance.
Each program equips operators, maintenance engineers, and production managers with the knowledge and confidence to run their new equipment efficiently and safely. By building competence before and after installation, the Academy ensures smoother start-up phases, minimal downtime, and consistent performance right from day one.
Post-FAT Training to Reduce Downtime and Accelerate Ramp-Up
Before the equipment even reaches the production site , the Post-FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) training gives teams a crucial head start. Conducted at the Citus Kalix Training Center in Courcouronnes, France, this program blends theory and practice on real operational machines.
Participants learn essential skills such as machine setup, adjustment, and preventive maintenance, gaining hands-on experience in a risk-free environment. This preparation allows them to manage production confidently once installation begins.
The benefits are immediate: shorter start-up times, fewer interruptions, and smoother coordination between operators and maintenance teams. By training in advance, companies avoid the productivity dip that often follows new installations.
Each Post-FAT session includes full-day modules, lunch, and expert coaching. When bundled with a new equipment purchase, discounted pricing applies — making it a smart investment in long-term efficiency rather than an additional cost.
Post-SAT On-Site Training for Immediate Operational Readiness
Once the machine is installed, the learning continues on the customer’s production floor through Post-SAT (Site Acceptance Test) training. Delivered directly at the client’s facility, this program is tailored to real production conditions, product formats, and daily workflow.
Post-SAT is particularly effective for operators who were not present during FAT or who need to build confidence in a live environment. The training takes into account the unique rhythm and technical requirements of each factory, ensuring immediate operational readiness.
Citus Kalix trainers work side by side with teams to fine-tune parameters, guide process optimization, and address site-specific challenges. The outcome is a fully autonomous staff ready to maximize output from day one. Discounted rates are also available for this program when bought at the same time of a new machine.
Why Dual-Phase Training Sets CK Academy Apart
Many packaging equipment suppliers stop at installation. Citus Kalix goes further.
The dual approach of Post-FAT and Post-SAT creates a continuous learning path that extends well beyond machine delivery. By combining structured classroom learning with on-site practice, CK Academy ensures that every team member — from operators to maintenance engineers — is fully equipped to perform efficiently.
For Maintenance Managers, this means faster issue resolution and fewer unexpected stoppages.
For Production Managers and Technical Directors, it means smoother workflows and reliable output from the very first batches.
And for Procurement Teams, it reinforces the value of their investment with measurable productivity gains and a clear return on training.
This customer-centric approach reflects the Citus Kalix philosophy: machines perform at their best when people do too.
Certified Quality and Funding Support Through Qualiopi
In France, CK Academy training programs are Qualiopi certified, meeting the highest national standards for professional development. This certification also opens the door to partial public funding for eligible French clients, making it easier to invest in team expertise without straining budgets.
The result is a win-win scenario: world-class technical training supported by a recognized quality framework and financial accessibility that encourages ongoing skills development.
Train Smart, Perform Strong with Citus Kalix
Every minute of downtime counts in high-speed packaging. With CK Academy’s Post-FAT and Post-SAT programs, Citus Kalix gives manufacturers the tools, confidence, and technical knowledge to turn every new installation into a productivity success story.
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