Upholding the highest standards of production quality is non-negotiable in manufacturing. Over time, tooling assets are subject to wear and tear, which causes them to lose accuracy — which can affect the quality of your end product.
So how do you prolong the accuracy of your tooling?
A regular service & calibration schedule is the key to ensuring your production line, and your end product, are the highest quality they can be.
1) Improves the accuracy and life of your tools
A tool’s performance can depreciate throughout its lifecycle, leading to inaccuracies and potential product recalls. Implementing a regular calibration schedule is essential for maintaining high-quality standards.
Tooling manufacturers often specify calibrating tools based on the number of fastenings or cycles, similar to how cars require maintenance after a certain number of miles or a set period of time. Calibration ensures that tools, such as torque tools measured in Newton Metres (Nm), provide consistent output every time.
2) Increase productivity in your production process
A broken tool is of no use to anyone. It can cause significant downtime, manufacturing delays, and not to mention safety risks for operators. .
When paired with a service, a tooling calibration can significantly increase productivity throughout the entire manufacturing process. Why? Servicing helps to prevent breakdowns, keeps tools performing at their best, and the production line moving at pace.
At Abbey Industrial Solutions, we complete 95% of service and calibration work within seven working days, ensuring minimal downtime. This means you save time and resources while guaranteeing quality and reliability in your operations.
3) Save costs and resources in the long run
Equipment failures and product recalls are costly — both to your budget and to your brand’s reputation. Neglecting to service and calibrate your tools can lead to frequent breakdowns and defective end products.
Calibrating your tools frequently may seem excessive and unnecessary in the short term, but it will reduce spending on preventable repairs by 89%. Properly maintained tools perform longer, meaning you won’t need to purchase replacements as frequently, ultimately saving you money and ensuring the reliability of your operations.
Tooling calibration is crucial for improving the performance of your equipment and end product, increasing productivity in your production line, and making significant cost savings. Calibrating your tools in line with the original manufacturer’s recommendation will keep your equipment operating at its best.
Abbey Industrial Solutions offer comprehensive services throughout the entire lifecycle of your tools, from supply to annual servicing and calibration. We take care of the entire servicing process for you, including disassembling the tool, performing necessary maintenance, reassembling it, and calibrating it for optimal performance.
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