Manufacturers can put Swiss Screw technology on the drawing board to help with production challenges
Predictions for manufacturing In the year ahead might best be described in one word – uncertainty.
Of course, there will be challenges, but the manufacturing industry has exceeded expectations over the past few years. So, there is reason for optimism. Whatever happens, manufacturers will need to be prepared for several key issues including:
Supply chain – While supply chain challenges are improving, U.S. manufacturers are focused on resiliency – putting strategies in place on how to source components and raw materials should supply disruptions continue or reoccur.
Workforce – There is an expanding skills gap in manufacturing, as older, more skilled workers retire, and replacement employees are harder to find. Outsourcing production of some components may be part of the solution.
Economic outlook – Economists are still somewhat unclear on what to expect in 2023. Talk of recession is balanced by strong job reports. Whatever happens, manufacturers need to look for ways to be nimble and responsive to changing conditions, while working more efficiently than ever.
One thing is certain in 2023 – Swiss screw technology can help companies boost productivity, increase efficiency, and reduce turnaround time for all kinds of manufactured components. Industries from aerospace and medical devices to defense and telecommunications recognize the advantages of Swiss screw precision machining for their operations. These include:
Productivity – Swiss screw technology delivers exceptional speed and accuracy in the production of end-use components as well as turnaround for prototypes.
Precision – Swiss screw machining meets the most challenging tolerance requirements due to its exceptional stability in the manufacturing process. The machines better support the stock material during production, so the part moves while the tooling is stationary resulting in high precision accuracy.
Versatility – With up to 6-axis machining capabilities, Swiss screw machines can produce complex, intricate parts. The technology offers positioning for component features such as cutting, drilling, and tapping that might otherwise have to be machined separately.
Sheldon Precision is an independent manufacturer with a talented and experienced staff, producing critical parts and components for a broad range of industries across the country and worldwide.
For more information on how our Swiss screw expertise can help with your specific applications, contact Sheldon Precision today. Contact