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Educational Program
Formability analysis in the advanced-engineering and pro- duction areas of stamping. Partic- ipants will learn about the princi- ples of formability analysis in the form of circle grid, as well as lead- ing-edge computer simulations.
Case Studies—In-Die Sensor Applications and Growing Talent through Internships Advanced In-Die Sensor Applications
A tutorial on the best practices for die protection and automated in- die part quality measurement. Learn about self-adjusting dies that compensate for material changes.
Metalforming Pioneer: An Internship Model
Hear how one metalformer devel- oped a successful internship pro- gram working with a local high school, exposing students to careers in manufacturing and identifying potential employees.
1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Progressive Strip Layout and Stamping Estimating Progressive Strip Layout
Reviewed are the major steps in the optimization of strip layouts using computerized tools, starting from planning the number of operations and ending with formability simulation using finite increment technology and incre- mental simulation technology.
Stamping Estimating
Reviews the elements of cost of producing automotive parts in progressive dies as compared to those made in transfer dies. The strategies for tooling costs will be reviewed and a unique technology for predicting and validating process plans will be presented.
Continuous Improvement, Safety, and World-Class Idea Cultures
Metalforming Pioneer: Developing an Efective Continuous-Improvement Culture
Learn how a metalformer built a continuous-improvement culture whereby employees take owner- ship of costs and improvements, reaping many benefits both to the company and its employees.
Metalforming Pioneer: Pioneering a Safety Culture
Listen as a metalformer discusses its “Safety Breeds Success” world- class safety program, which has resulted in increased performance and productivity, cost savings and a positive work environment.
Metalforming Pioneer: Employee Involvement—
A World Class Idea Program
This award-winning stamper out- lines a suggestion program that resulted in 7068 individual improvements in 2011, generating a significant cost savings.
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