Automotive Parts Manufacturer Increases Efficiency by 40%
1Background
A leading Tier 1 automotive supplier with multiple production lines was experiencing bottlenecks in their sheet metal forming operations. Their existing tooling was causing frequent quality issues and required excessive setup time between production runs.
2Challenge
The company needed to increase production capacity by 30% to meet growing demand while maintaining strict automotive quality standards. Their legacy tooling system was incompatible with modern quick-change requirements and resulted in significant downtime during changeovers.
3Solution
We provided a comprehensive tooling upgrade including precision-ground punches and dies with quick-change holders. Our engineering team worked closely with their production staff to optimize tool selection and setup procedures. The new tooling system featured modular components that could be quickly reconfigured for different part geometries.
4Results
- 40% increase in overall production efficiency
- Setup time reduced from 45 minutes to 15 minutes
- Defect rate decreased by 85%
- Tool life extended by 200%
- ROI achieved within 6 months
5Client Testimonial
The tooling upgrade from Tranyond transformed our production capabilities. Not only did we exceed our efficiency targets, but the quality improvements have strengthened our relationships with OEM customers.