Workstation Crane Improves Productivity. Safety
From raw material to finished product, Republic Anode Fabricators serves plating industries with a full spectrum of metal fabrication and service capabilities, including full-service design, engineering, machining, and fabrication. Established in 1987, the company continues to expand. Several years ago, RAF purchased a new production facility in Valley City, Ohio. Unfortunately, the building was not equipped with an overhead crane.
Parts and products ranging from 100 pounds to 900 pounds had to be moved and positioned by forklift or handled by team force. As Parick Nicholson, RAF General Manager, explained it, “Even with forklifts, there was a lot of sweat equity required. Sometimes it took several people to muscle parts around, which meant we had to take workers off one job to help someone working on another.” Safety was another issue.
EMH Crane, along with Handling Concepts performing the installation, solved the problem with an Al System Workstation Crane, easily positioned and installed after buildings are operational. With lightweight aluminum track profiles, they can be disassembled, moved, and then reassembled as needs change. Plus, because an Al System Workstation Crane can easily handle parts and materials up to 2,000 pounds, it was a perfect solution to increase productivity and improve safety.
Meeting Market Deadlines with Scalable Automation
A leading medical device manufacturer faced a critical challenge: their initial automation supplier was falling behind schedule, jeopardizing a key product launch. Delays threatened substantial market share and revenue losses. Turning to Arthur G. Russell Co. (AGR) for a solution, the manufacturer required swift, effective action.
AGR responded with unparalleled speed and precision, delivering a 30 PPM (parts per minute) machine in under four months. This rapid solution ensured the product launched on time, safeguarding the manufacturer’s market position. Following this success, the customer quickly commissioned a second 30 PPM machine to meet growing demand.
AGR’s strategic approach also minimized risk. By validating automation concepts on the first two lines, AGR set the foundation for future high-volume production with proven technology and processes.
“Our unprecedented collaboration showcased the true power of teamwork and innovation,” said Jason Ensminger, President of AGR.
AGR’s scalable solutions not only addressed immediate challenges but positioned the customer for long-term success. With expertise spanning proof of principle to full-scale automation, AGR ensures timely market entry and the flexibility to scale efficiently as demand grows, making them a trusted partner in the competitive medical device industry.
