Bettcher Amherst Metal Stamping Improves Material Flow with New Parts Washer
BROOK PARK, OHIO (May 22, 2006)-Bettcher Amherst Metal Stamping, a leading manufacturer of precision metal stampings, recently implemented a new, state-of-the-art parts washer to follow through with the company's lean initiative. The new parts washer is part of Bettcher's overall plan to rework the facility's layout to improve material flow.
"This is just one of the many steps we've taken to improve our processes and meet customer demand," said Jerry Lynch, President of Bettcher Amherst Metal Stamping. "Our new washer is 33% larger than its predecessor and is capable of processing more parts per hour to help meet our customers' needs."
Bettcher's new parts washer features a four-step cycle ensuring that each part gets washed, rinsed, coated with a rust prevention solution and dried. Among the numerous other benefits of the new washer, it is also strategically located on the plant floor to reduce material handling and improve product throughput, greatly reducing work in process.
This lean initiative is designed to maintain Bettcher's commitment to continuous improvement. The company is focused on maintaining global competitiveness through its adaptation to technology and the economy.
Bettcher Amherst Metal Stamping offers high-volume runs of precision metal stampings, including four-slide and multi-slide parts, wireforms, deep-draw parts and large transfer-die stampings. The company specializes in metal stampings for the power tool, lawn & garden, household appliance, HVAC, heavy transportation and plumbing industries. In addition to their Cleveland, Ohio headquarters, they provide metal stampings to the Maquiladora Region from their Reynosa, Mexico metal stamping facility near McAllen, Texas. For more information, visit the company website at www.BettcherLLC.com, email info@BettcherLLC.com, or call 216-267-0850.
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