Tool Management

About the Product

This application provides a comprehensive overview of the entire tooling inventory. It tracks the location, usage cycles, and maintenance status of every tool used in production. By integrating with machine data, it can predict when a tool needs sharpening or replacement, preventing quality issues caused by worn components and eliminating the time wasted searching for tools across the shop floor.

Typical challenges

Lost or misplaced tools: Valuable production time wasted searching for specific jigs or dies in large facilities.
Unexpected tool failure: Broken or worn tools causing sudden production stops and expensive scrap.
Manual tracking: Relying on physical logbooks or memory to track tool usage cycles and maintenance history.
Inefficient procurement: Overstocking or understocking tools due to a lack of data on actual usage and wear rates.

Business impact

Reduced Setup Times: Instant location tracking ensures the right tools are ready and available for every changeover.
Lower Tooling Costs: Predictive maintenance and cycle tracking extend the life of expensive dies and cutting tools.
Improved Product Quality: Monitoring tool wear prevents dimensional deviations and surface finish issues before they occur.