Solutions
Scrap on a few molds
A few molds make far more scrap than others, likely because each shift uses different settings.
| Saves per year | Cost | Payback | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Test the settings, keep one sheetProcess change | $29,800 to 83,800 | About $5,800 once, then 120 technician hours a year | About 2.5 months | |
Course in setting a pressProcess change | $29,800 | About $17,000 for the course and the tests | About 7 months | |
Pressure sensors in the moldsEquipment | $29,800 | About $60,000 for three molds | About 24 months |
Test the settings, keep one sheet
Process change$29,800 to 83,800About $5,800 once, then 120 technician hours a yearAbout 2.5 months
Course in setting a press
Process change$29,800About $17,000 for the course and the testsAbout 7 months
Pressure sensors in the molds
Equipment$29,800About $60,000 for three moldsAbout 24 months