Saving money in business is more important than ever these days, and as a savvy factory manager, this is definitely on your mind. Regardless of your position in a factory, cost efficiency is appreciated in any industry. Here are three effective methods for saving on industrial manufacturing costs:
1. Buy surplus parts.
While most surplus parts are sold “as is,” many of them can be brand new and still in the box. A surplus gear reducer and other parts can often be acquired for a fraction of their retail value. You can buy directly from the manufacturer, from other customers of the same manufacturer, or from a surplus or salvage company.
Not only can you often negotiate the price, but some companies will offer a 30-day money back guarantee. You can search online for terms such as “Falk surplus” or “surplus gear reducer” to compare prices and locate stock. It’s always a good idea to keep your relationships current and in good standing with manufacturers like Falk and their sales reps to get the latest surplus gear reducer parts, info and deals.
2. Utilize manufacturers’ repair programs.
You know you need your gearbox to run properly for the best performance. Manufacturer programs such as Falk Renew provide gearbox repairs for cost-effective and reliable repair solutions.
Manufacturer programs can take the guesswork out of when to rebuild or repair a gearbox. This prevents costly down time and replacement. You trust your car to the experts; make sure the person handling your gearbox repairs is also the best qualified.
3. Ensure the best fit for couplings.
Your shaft couplings need to fit not just for optimum performance, but to save you money. A poor-fitting coupling can lead to increased drag, which can cause it to break down sooner. Breakdowns cost money, not just in repairs but in lost time.
A good coupling setup is easy to connect or disconnect, allows for misalignment, has no projecting parts and ideally follows the manufacturer’s alignment target values. You want to make sure when the machine hits its operation temperatures that the alignment conditions are as good as they can be. Optimum operation will save you money down the road. In this case, an ounce of prevention is definitely worth a pound of cure.
Reducing industrial manufacturing costs can be achieved with a little forethought and planning. Do your research to find great deals on Falk surplus parts, and strengthen those relationships with your parts manufacturers. They can also help you take care of your gearbox repairs and other maintenance to reach and maintain optimum performance levels. Reducing manufacturing costs upfront is money in the bank.
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Wednesday, July 27th, 2011