Most shops overlook fixturing, but it could be the biggest reason your CMM is wasting time and money. Discover how one simple shift in strategy is helping manufacturers slash downtime, prevent probe crashes, and boost throughput. Background In dimensional inspection, fixturing is often treated as an afterthought. Yet, how a part is held during inspection …
This article explores the transformative impact of Inspection Arsenal® on the inspection process at Van Buren Tech, an Advanced Manufacturing class that uses the Titans of CNC Academy, shedding light on how it has become a game changer in the quest for streamlined, individualized curriculum delivery.
Imagine the demand for quality that is required of a leading supplier of nuclear-grade materials. Laker Energy Products, located in Oakdale, Ontario, Canada supplies nuclear-grade materials and precisely machined components for CANDU® nuclear power utilities around the globe. The company is dedicated to the nuclear industry which requires the very highest level of performance. Delivering …
Our Journey To Becoming Part Of The Phillips Precision Tribe The fixturing tale of an ITAR certified company according to the Quality Manager/Engineer Colleagues around the globe have been joining the Phillips Precision tribe as they discover the immeasurable benefits and cost savings realized by choosing a quick-swap, modular approach to inspection. Tribe members regularly …
Quality Magazine included a case study written by Dwighd Delgado, founder and owner of Strategic Operations Solutions, LLC, about how Inspection Arsenal, a unique fixture solution that is both effective and affordable, can improve customer satisfaction and profitability by eliminating the 8 wastes most often encountered in the most critical steps in manufacturing.
Continuous improvement is fostered in the culture at Armstrong International of Three Rivers, Michigan. The company’s longevity – more than 115 years in business – is a reflection of this culture. One recent improvement was made in the identification process for the stainless steel line which tens of thousands of product variations totaling more than …