One of the most important concerns facing any company today is worker safety. Maintaining a safe environment is among the top priorities for most organizations, since safety translates into higher production levels, lower insurance rates, and better overall worker performance. With fewer lost-time accidents, companies run more smoothly and save money, as well as provide a better place for their …
Processing metal tubes starts with two major groups of operations: cutting and end-finshing. Many machines can do one of these things well, but not the other. For example, some stationary lathe machines cut metal tubing with a fair degree of accuracy, although vibration tends to be a problem for conventional cut-off lathes, leading to inaccurate cuts and high tool wear. …
An MES or Manufacturing Execution System is more than just production management software. This system can help you handle the toughest and most complex orders, by creating a smooth workflow from raw material to finished product. With the right equipment and data transfer infrastructure in place, you can reduce setup time and scrap and be sure of consistent product flow. …
If you use tubing in manufacturing your product, an out-of-date tube cutting process may be limiting your overall production. You might consider just upgrading to an automatic cutoff saw or an automatic cutoff lathe. However, if your specifications require that the cut pieces to be deburred, chamfered or end-finished, the cutting operation is the easy part. The secondary deburring or …
Having made the wise investment in a rotating-head tube cutoff machine, the next step should be obvious: taking care of your machine so you get continuous production for years to come. Unfortunately, this may not be as easy as it sounds. Many business owners do not understand the maintenance schedule for a high-end machine very well, or the managers they …
When we think about making money with any business, we must necessarily consider how a company conducts its everyday activities. Workflow is a concept that has a huge impact on not only productivity, but also on profitability for any business. Simply put, the better a company’s workflow, the more likely it is to generate profits. Unfortunately, many businesses lose potential …
One of the biggest problems producers face in processing metal tubes, particularly if they want to finish as well as cut, is excessive steps. Every time production stops for changeovers or recalculations, time is wasted unnecessarily. The ideal system is streamlined, offering producers seamless loading, cutting, finishing, and unloading or packaging options. But for many producers, this process is cumbersome. …
In the world of manufacturing, automation is often the key to productivity increases. While productivity is important, it is also important not to lose sight of the creativity required to produce excellent materials. While some claim that automation can destroy creativity, turning every manufacturing process into a “cookie cutter” operation, this is not necessarily true. With the right machines, your …
When it comes to your production processes, streamlining is the key to increasing profitability. Although everyone realizes this, not all business owners are sure how to go about making their processes more efficient and effective, reducing waste, or spotting areas needing improvement. Here are a few tips to help you streamline production and increase worker safety and productivity. Improve quality …
The old saying, “There is a perfect tool for every job,” is particularly true when discussing the efficiency of tube fabricating plants. How you manage your workers’ time and effort can often determine whether you are making money or losing it. Therefore, having the right equipment is not just a matter of making work easier for everyone; it may also …