Month: February 2019
Tips for Implementing Lean Manufacturing
If you are in the manufacturing industry and want to boost your productivity and profitability, you are likely wondering what steps give you the best results. You can try different methods when your goal is to manufacture your items quickly without sacrificing quality, but they don’t all give you the same outcome. Lean manufacturing is […]
Spring Finishing and Coating Options
Did you know that most springs require plating or finishing for both cosmetic reasons and to prevent rusting? Today, we have endless choices when it comes to spring surface treatment, but only a few of them are common. On the other hand, most mechanical springs are still manufactured using spring steel due to its low […]
Understanding the Differences in Spring Wire Materials
Choosing the right spring wire materials when developing a torsion, extension or compression spring will make all the difference between enjoying a cost-effective, successful project or an expensive, failed project. In addition, certain factors directly impact your choice of optimum material for spring projects, such as tensile strength, corrosion resistance, elastic deformation, electric conductivity and […]