Automotive Bracket Machining Optimization
| Client | Demo Client 1 |
| Country | Germany |
| Industry | Machining |
Cycle time reduced after switching to a new end mill geometry.
Automotive Bracket Machining Optimization
The problem
A machining company producing brackets was losing cycle time to frequent tool changes and inconsistent surface finish on the finishing pass.
- Frequent tool changes on the finishing operation
- Inconsistent surface finish between batches
- Cycle time above the target for the line
What we changed
The finishing operation moved to a different flute geometry and coating combination, and cutting data was adjusted to keep chip load inside a stable range.
The result
Cycle time came down and tool changes became predictable, so the line could be scheduled without buffer stock of tools.
Details of the application are available on request.