From Three Tools to One ,A Productivity Breakthrough
Project Overview
The previous process relied on a three-tool sequence to complete a single operation — each tool change introduced non-productive spindle downtime and compounding risk. Every tool change adds seconds of idle time — and increases the risk of concentricity issues and scrap. The Transformation A single custom-engineered SPL Step Drill replaced the entire three-tool sequence — consolidating drilling, step enlargement, and chamfering into one seamless operation.
Results & Outcome
Tooling Reduction Simplified inventory and reduced tool management overhead — from three dedicated tools to one. Increased Throughput Faster cycle times unlock significantly higher daily output without additional machine time. Precision & Consistency Single-tool execution ensures tighter dimensional control and eliminates concentricity variation.
Key Highlights
- ✓90% Efficiency Gain reduction in cycle time per par 100 secs to 9 Secs
- ✓Simplified inventory and reduced tool management overhead — from three dedicated tools to one.
- ✓Faster cycle times unlock significantly higher daily output without additional machine time.
- ✓Single-tool execution ensures tighter dimensional control and eliminates concentricity variation.
Products Used
Spl. Step Drill
Component: 7927
Material: EN8