An automotive parts manufacturer began a new finesse project, which led to a contract that increased production by approximately 1.5 times. This significant boost in production resulted in a supply shortage of their abrasive sanding discs.

Martin identified the potential supply issue and arranged for an abrasives representative to conduct a site visit the very next day. During the visit, the rep not only ensured the supply chain could meet the increased demand but also observed the finesse process in action. This allowed the rep to suggest a more aggressive sanding disc, which could enhance the overall efficiency of the process.

The new, more aggressive sanding disc was successfully implemented, resulting in a reduction of finesse work time by about 5 minutes per part and cutting disc usage by 50%. These improvements are expected to save the manufacturer approximately $2,000 in costs.

Proactive Supply Chain Support: Martin quickly addressed the abrasive disc shortage by coordinating a site visit with an abrasives representative to ensure the increased production demand was met.

Enhanced Process Efficiency: By introducing a more aggressive sanding disc, the finesse process time was reduced by 5 minutes per part, significantly improving productivity.

Cost Savings and Reduced Usage: The new solution cut disc usage by 50%, leading to estimated savings of $2,000, benefiting the manufacturer’s efficiency and bottom line