Course Introduction: The Making of a Can at Ball Wakefield

Welcome to The Making of a Can training course at Ball Wakefield.

This course provides an overview of the complete can manufacturing process, following the journey from a simple aluminium cup through to a finished pallet of cans ready for shipment. Participants will gain an understanding of each stage of production, the equipment involved, key quality checks, and the safety requirements that ensure our products meet Ball's world-class standards.

Throughout the course, we will explore:

Cupper Operations – forming the initial aluminium cup.
Bodymaker Process – drawing and ironing the cup into a can body.
Washing and Drying – preparing the can for decoration.
Printing and Coating – applying graphics and protective coatings.
Necking and Flanging – shaping the can for filling and seaming.
Inspection Systems – ensuring quality and compliance.
Palletising Operations – preparing finished cans for storage and customer delivery.

By the end of this course, you will understand how each process contributes to producing safe, high-quality beverage cans and the important role every team member plays in maintaining Ball's standards for safety, quality, and performance.

Journey of a Can