Lean Manufacturing Practices to the Next Level
CWM has formalized lean manufacturing in its production procedures as part of its aggressive program of pursuing best lean practices, which incorporates continuing in-house training. The CWM program is based on in-depth reviews of the successful lean programs of its largest customers, who have successful backgrounds in the formal application of lean manufacturing principles. CWM […]
500% Cost Saving: Die Cast vs Machined Brass
The low-volume production of a small precision component for a medical device, produced in CNC machined brass, was put through value analysis against possible alternative production efficiencies. The review results indicated that a CWM net-shape 4-slide miniature zinc die casting could replace the machined part with no sacrifice in mechanical properties at a significant cost […]
Summer 2011, Vol. 7, No. 2
Message from CWM President Eric Treiber 21% Sales Increase in 2010 Over 2009 Global Sales: CWM Shipped to 18 Countries Open Communications Boosts Customer/Vendor Service CWM Soccer Team Scores Third Place Trophy January thru June Employees-of-the-Month Honored Click here to view the .PDF
New Report on OEM Sourcing’s Return to U.S.
The North American Die Casting Assn. (NADCA) has released a seven-page white paper on the resurgence of manufacturing sourcing to U.S. suppliers, as reported in major consulting firm studies and industry and business publications. The overview cites examples of “onshoring” from Fortune 500 companies to smaller manufacturers producing toys. The review notes North American custom […]