The rise of automated metal-cutting machinery, like CNC milling, turning systems, and laser or water jet cutting with automatic feeding, has significantly boosted productivity despite the growing complexity of parts. New systems driven by labor-saving features have reduced manufacturing costs, but many shops still experience offset savings due to outdated deburring practices. Surprisingly, some shops still rely on high-paid workers using microscopes and hand tools to deburr small parts, which negates the savings and potential profits from modern manufacturing. Many shops operate separate finishing departments with hand-deburring tools or mass finishing equipment, which can create production bottlenecks. Incorporating centrifugal disc-finishing systems into the final manufacturing stage reduces labor costs, improves process control, and enhances delivery times, all while increasing productivity and consistency.
Beyond the Blast: Doing More with Your Investment
It’s as true today as it has ever been, we need to maximize the value of our investments. During this presentation, we’ll take a macro look at how to leverage proven automation solutions from every industry to explore how you can get the most out of your shot blast equipment. By leveraging known solutions across every industry, you’ll not only increase productivity, safety, reliability, and capability but you’ll ensure that your process is set up to support today’s demands and meet the challenge of tomorrow’s problems. Whether it’s a proven work handling solution or robotic air blast, join us and discover how you can get the most out of your blast cleaning investment.