Dedicated Tool & Die Facility: Our Latest Addition at the Brookfield Facility
Across the last few weeks, Urban - along with our subsidiary, Oliver MFG - has worked to build a stand-alone Tool & Die Facility at our Brookfield location. Having an In-House Hydraulic Tool and Die facility that specializes in Hydraulic Part Holding Fixtures offers several key benefits, including:
Faster Turnaround Times
Immediate Access: With in-house Tool & Die, we can quickly produce, manufacture or repair dies and tools - reducing downtime.
Reduced Lead Times: Eliminating the need to outsource tool and die work means shorter production cycles.
Cost Efficiency
Lower Costs: In-house production can be more cost-effective, as it reduces the markup that would be charged by an external supplier.
Savings on Shipping: No need to transport tools or dies to and from an external supplier.
Enhanced Quality Control
Direct Oversight: We have direct control over the production process, ensuring that quality standards are met consistently.
Customization: Tools and dies can be tailored precisely to specific needs, improving product quality.
Increased Flexibility
Rapid Prototyping and Modifications: We can quickly create prototypes or make adjustments to existing tools and dies.
Adaptability: Easily adapt to changes in production requirements without the delays associated with outsourcing.
Improved Maintenance and Repair
On-Demand Repairs: If a tool or die needs maintenance or repair, it can be done immediately, minimizing disruption to production.
Extended Tool Life: Regular maintenance performed in-house can extend the lifespan of tools and dies.
Confidentiality and Security
Protection of Intellectual Property: Keeping production in-house reduces the risk of intellectual property theft or unauthorized use of proprietary designs.
Control Over Designs: We retain full control over your designs and processes, without sharing them with external vendors.
Increased Competitive Advantage
Quick Response to Market Demands: The ability to quickly produce and modify tools and dies allows our shop to respond more swiftly to changing customer needs.
Enhanced Capability: Offering comprehensive services, including tool and die production, can make your shop more attractive to clients.
Better Integration with Production Processes
Seamless Collaboration: Our tool and die team can work closely with the production team to ensure that tools are perfectly suited to the machines and processes in use.
Process Optimization: Tools and dies can be designed with specific machines and production goals in mind, leading to more efficient manufacturing processes.
Having an in-house hydraulic tool and die shop can significantly enhance our machine shop's capabilities, making it more responsive, efficient, and competitive.