For many shops setup may be the silent time killer. Shaving just 15 minutes off each setup can add up to tens of thousands of dollars in savings. But where to start?
Using UNILOCK modular workholding, Charlie Mitchell of Andretti Autosport, reduced many of his setup times by 70-80%. He’ll join BIG DAISHOWA Product Specialist John Zaya, on stage at IMTS to explain how he did it.
In order to take full advantage of a machine tool's capabilities, you must have the tooling to unlock a machine’s full capability. Here is some advice for making the most of a new machine tool with the right tooling.
There are few places where the old phrase “time is money” is more accurate than on the shop floor. The good news is you don’t have to reorganize your shop, reinvent your processes or invest in expensive machinery to eliminate hidden inefficiencies. Check out our guide for hours of time-saving suggestions that you can start implementing today.
When it comes to securely and accurately situating material on a machine table, there’s often more than one way to get the job done. With that in mind, consider these fundamental factors before purchasing new workholding.
The latest edition of Tooling Today is now available. The magazine is a compilation of technical topics, product insights, and tips and tricks shared by BIG KAISER product managers and engineers.