Issue link: https://onenorgren.uberflip.com/i/1514344
Performing a tool change between jobs on the Gull Wing Press was never an easy task for employees at this customer's Stamping Plant. The press, which had two rails that required tool changes, was an older machine using an antiquated tool change method. In order to perform a tool change on the press, multiple employees would need to work together and stand on an elevated platform. The employees would then need to lift the tooling, stretching above their heads, and struggle to change the heavy equipment. The process took a long time with multiple attempts, was not ergonomic or safe, and they needed change. When seeing the press room team members struggle to perform the tool change, it was a no-brainer that the Norgren Easy Load tool changer would be a perfect fit. After a quick conversion to the new system on their rails, the Norgren Easy Load was able to: » Decrease changeover time between jobs with simple drop and release installation » Reduce the number of team members required to perform the job change » Improved ergonomics and safety by decreasing the tool's weight and size, in collaboration with Easy Load's drop-and-release installation. Easy Load improves safety and ergonomics for press room optimization Location: Elizabethtown, KY Customer: Tier 1 Automotive Stamper Key benefits: Increased safety and ergonomics in the press room Challenges Solution Easy Load Case Study Easy Load Receiver Easy Load Adapter Poka-yoke Single latch to release Easy and seamless changeover Rated for 100ft-lb load Configurable with optional modules Drop and release