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Machine Utilization Strategy
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Finding ways to increase machine tool cutting time is one of the
greatest challenges businesses face today.
Two tool-related activities — tool change and setup/gaging —
consume 25% to 40% of available production time. To reduce
thisdowntime, Kennametal recommends the implementation of a
Machine Utilization Strategy (MUS). A strategy is includes the
products, technologies, and procedures that produce the greatest
amount of utility from capital equipment.
Listed below are the products and services recommended by
Kennametal to provide the most significant cost savings as part of
an MSU implementation.
1. KM® Quick Change Tooling — reduces downtime by reducing
tool change and set-up time
2. Advanced Cutting Tool Materials — increase production by
utilizing the most advanced cutting tools that enable you to run
faster and longer between tool changes.
3. Tool Kitting — provides all the tooling necessary (including
fixturing) to complete a production run or shift of operation.
4. Pre-Gaged Tooling — eliminates time spent measuring cuts
during the set-up process, reduces the risk of human error at the
machine control, and provides a quick and efficient method for
changing worn tools.
5. Kennametal Advanced Tool Management System (KATMS) —
specifically designed to facilitate the effective management of
cutting tools, but is equally effective in controlling other types of
inventory and consumable goods.
With this manufacturing strategy, you can transfer tool
maintenance from the machine tool to the tool room. This will
improve tool maintenance, increase machine up time and
productivity, and decrease nonconforming percentages.
Refer to the Kennametal Machine Utilization Strategy handbook for
more information.
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To place an order, contact Kennametal or your authorized Kennametal distributor, or visit www.kennametal.com.