The last few years have brought a torrent of news about the benefits of integrated machining, not the least of which is a drastic reduction in lead time and work-in-process. Regardless of its popularity, manufacturers experience many challenges beyond those at the chip removal level. Implementing integrated machining into your plant can prove challenging without the proper approach, and in addition, you must also simultaneously address the entire manufacturing process and employee training. We will examine key implementation details beyond those at the metal cutting level that are proving to be the most challenging. In addition, by studying Betts Industries in Warren, Penn., we will have the opportunity to examine some specific examples of the aforementioned issues.
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