Material savings by utilizing in-line dimensional measurement and control

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To compete in today’s markets, it is a necessity to reduce operating costs. However, cutting costs cannot mean sacrificing a high quality standard. This paper explains how an in-line measurement and control system on an extrusion line can reduce scrap and reduce material usage. Quality is not only maintained at the high standard, but can also be improved, giving process a competitive edge.

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Description

To compete in today’s markets, it is a necessity to reduce operating costs. However, cutting costs cannot mean sacrificing a high quality standard. This paper explains how an in-line measurement and control system on an extrusion line can reduce scrap and reduce material usage. Quality is not only maintained at the high standard, but can also be improved, giving process a competitive edge.

Additional information

Author(s)

Kevin Weaver, Zumbach Electronics Corp., USA

Publication/Event/Pages

Paper presented at WAI's 79th Annual Convention (Interwire) in Cleveland, April, 2009. Published in WJI, April 2010, pp. 78-82.

Year

2009