Organising cleaning paper starts with knowing where it is used and who replenishes it. A product may suit several tasks or require more specific use according to its documentation. Planning replenishment helps identify needs without claiming unmeasured savings or performance.
Set up each point of use
Note the workstation, task and available holder. Check the dimensions it accepts and avoid choosing a roll by apparent size alone. When changing references, check width, core and outer diameter again.
Record consumption before planning purchases
Over a representative period, record when each roll is opened and finished. Account for changes in activity: a busy week is not comparable to one with less use. Use the data to estimate packs needed and review your forecast regularly.
Agree when to replenish
Assign responsibility and a reorder alert level based on observed consumption and the supplier's confirmed delivery time. Confirm the order and terms before scheduling replenishment.
Calculate a reorder alert using your own figures
A simple estimate is: expected use during the delivery lead time + the reserve chosen by the workshop. Keep the units consistent and record open rolls separately from complete packs available in storage.
Illustrative example: you use 4 rolls a week, the supplier confirms a one-week lead time and you decide to retain 2 spare rolls. Your alert level would be 4 + 2 = 6 rolls, equivalent to 3 packs of two. This tells you when to review purchasing, not how much to order automatically. A delay, increased activity or a different reference requires a new calculation.
Keep a record that explains consumption
| Item | Example entry |
|---|---|
| Period and location | Week 1, cleaning area |
| Opening stock and receipts | 8 rolls + 4 received |
| Closing stock | 7 complete rolls; one open roll recorded separately |
| Event | Additional cleaning on Thursday |
In this example, 8 + 4 − 7 = 5 rolls left storage. That does not mean they were completely used up: one may still be open. Keep this distinction when comparing weeks and assign responsibility for checking alerts and confirming orders.
Review format and cost
The pack of two 400 m rolls totals 800 metres. This helps calculate quantities but does not establish how long it will last in your workshop. To compare prices, use the cost per 100 metres guide. For another format, ask the SIC Refinish team.