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CNC Machining Prototypes – JIT Production – HMLV
K Tooling offers high mix low volume production.
We have the capacity for whatever project you have in mind. Yes, you read that right.
Whatever vision that is propelling you forward, we can help with the next step. From simple, to complex – we have you covered!
Our main focus is easy interaction. We saw a need to streamline processes for our customers, and met that need. Easier on you, easier on us – better parts & projects, streamlined and successful.
We have developed the shortest path to completion of your project with the best price.
How have we developed the shortest path to completion of your project with the best price?
K Tooling offers high mix low volume production.
We only schedule about 80% of our capacity. This leaves openings in our schedule to fit new or rush projects in, without having a negative impact on the planned schedule. Your parts will fall into two categories, planned or unplanned production.
We have designed our processes to meet your every need. Yes you read that right → Every need
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Planned Production
orders are orders that are placed in advance with a JIT delivery schedule. We achieve cost reduction by leaving resources required to produce your parts in the manufacturing cell.
- The cutting tools used to machine your parts always remain in the machine, prepared for the next job. For milling parts, we have multiple “pallet” stations with standardized work holding.
- If we need to build fixturing, it is modular and can quickly be mounted onto an open pallet, and then introduced into the manufacturing cell.
- All of the fixturing is done offline so the machining cell is never interrupted.
- Your job is then scheduled to run. Lathe style parts have what are called “quick change over collet pads”, and “chuck jaws”. These style parts are dedicated to turret positions, in order for similar tools to be used.
Unplanned Production
follows a similar path to our planned production orders.
- The difference being that it is scheduled by utilizing the 20% we have strategically left open.
- The key is that all the tooling is in the machine so that it omits the setup time associated with tools being loaded or unloaded. Also, the fixturing is set up for offline weather standard or custom.
- Spindle utilization is about 98%.
Offline Scheduling
helps us be flexible and adaptable for unplanned situations. The engineering, CAD, CAM, process planning, job scheduling is all done “offline” ahead of time.
- We have strategically built flexibility into our steps knowing we are going to handle expedited projects, to better match every possible need.
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Ready to send us your project? Click the “Get a Quote” button below. If you are interested in learning more, look for our blog post: “High Mix, Low Volume. Chapter 1: It starts with you.”
Multi-Axis
5 axis milling/lathe/mill turnkey
Whether it’s a 5-axis mill part or a multi-axis lathe job we have you covered. KANBAN and JIT deliveries for low/high volume jobs. Palletize your job on our system for even more flexibility.
High Mix/ Low Volume
Always at the ready! Machine tools are on standby ready for your project. With over 300 tool stations it’s likely the tools needed for your job are already prepared in the machine.
QMS
With our commitment to continuous improvement we have adopted ISO:9000 / AS9100 as our quality standard. Our Quality Manual is available for review
Machining Technology We Use
2 to 8 axis turning centers
3 to 5 axis milling centers
All formats from sketches to CAD
Metals and engineered plastic
Parts in as little as 7 days
Industries We Serve
Construction
Medical
Automotive
Commercial
Aerospace
Utilities
Medical
Automotive
Commercial
Aerospace
Utilities
Value Products We Produce
Mechanical parts & assembly
Motor housing
Guide blocks
Pulleys
Cylinders
Why K Tooling?
- Most quotes within hours.
- Manageable lead-time / expedite options and expectations
- ISO:9000/ AS9100 Compliant QC System in place.
- High Mix, Low Volume (HMLV) philosophy in place to meet your needs.
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