Implementation of Assembly Line Improves Efficiencies
November 1, 2015
Grinding center builder Haas Schleifmaschinen (Trossingen, Germany) is utilizing RoundTrack technology from STROTHMANN Machines & Handling to improve the quality of its production planning and cut down throughput time.
RoundTrack technology enables ergonomic, resource-friendly transport of the machines. The intra-logistics system is designed to be very plain and unobtrusive. Three rails were installed in the shop floor and backfilled with screed. The polished RoundTracks are built to pose no obstacle when walking across. The grinding centers, each weighing several tons, are placed on two compact carts. Due to the system's minimal running resistance, even fully loaded carts can be moved by hand.
The new assembly line consists of nine stations. Every three days, the assemblies are moved one station ahead. Therefore, customers can be given the precise acceptance date seven weeks before the start of final assembly.
"The one-time investment in floor rails and multi-purpose carts has enabled Haas to realize a long-life intra-logistics solution that creates no extra operating costs," said a company spokesperson.
For more information contact:
STROTHMANN Machines & Handling
200 North Cobb Pkwy., Suite 302
Marietta, GA 30062
770-424-4141
www.strothmann.com
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