CASE Study – Tool Industry
Automation of Cutting Tool Management in a Production Facility
Wyzwania
Managing returns
Tool regeneration
Monitoring the number of uses
Integration with the existing system
Background
Our partner, specializing in the supply of cutting tools, approached us with a problem faced by their key client—a large multi-facility enterprise. The client required a system to collect tools after use, monitor their condition, manage regeneration, and optimize costs while adapting to intensive usage and a three-shift work system.
Problem
The client struggled with lifecycle management of tools. The lack of a system for effective returns and registration of technical condition caused inefficiencies and hindered tool regeneration. They needed a solution to minimize losses, optimize costs, and provide complete control over the tool usage process.
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How Did We Solve the Client’s Problem?
Needs Identification and Proposed Solution
We proposed a system consisting of:
- D810 Master PRO vending machine, acting as the central tool management hub.
- Three D810 OEM vending machines, automating the issuance and return of tools.
Adapting to the Existing Infrastructure
The solution introduced enabled tool returns with assigned labels, ensuring full control over their condition and usage:
- Monitoring the number of uses: Recording the number of tool usage cycles.
- Tool condition identification: Distinguishing between worn-out tools requiring removal from use and those scheduled for regeneration, enabling efficient servicing and reintegration.
- Returns between shifts: Allowing tools to be reassigned to another worker, ensuring workflow continuity in the shift system.
Testing and Implementation of the Solution
The system was tailored to meet the client’s requirements, supporting their operations in the most cost-effective way. After approval, the vending machines were fully implemented.
Benefits of the Implemented Solution
Extended Tool Lifecycle
Regular monitoring of technical condition and tool regeneration significantly prolonged their lifespan, allowing more efficient resource utilization.
Complete Control over Tools
Thanks to the label system and smart returns, the client gained full insight into the current state of tools, minimizing losses and downtime.
Work Efficiency
The ability to return a tool to another worker on the next shift eliminated availability issues.
Cost Optimization
Client savings exceeded the expected 20,000 PLN per month through effective management of tool regeneration and usage.
The system designed by ASD Systems perfectly meets the needs of our enterprise. Smart tool returns and the labeling function are groundbreaking for managing cutting tools, allowing us to significantly reduce costs and improve operations. We are highly satisfied and recommend this solution, as well as the overall collaboration with the vending machine manufacturer.
Key client of our partner (Tool Industry)
Our solution enabled the client to effectively manage cutting tools, optimize costs, and increase operational efficiency.
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