Conference Tracks
Thursday, April 3, 2008
| MORNING (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) |
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| TH1 | Advanced Sensors | ||
| TH2 | Die Setup/Quick Die Change | ||
| TH3 | Safety | ||
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Select 1 of 3 concurrent tracks
Track 1: Advanced Sensors
Moderator: Sam D'Angelo
This all-inclusive track covers sensor technology for die protection and production of high-quality parts. Find out how in-die sensors work and where they work best, and find out what to do with the wealth of information that sensors provide.
In-Die Part-Quality-Measuring Sensors
George Keremedjiev, President, Tecknow Educations Services, Inc.
This presentation will explore the following topics: growing the sensor program into advanced analog applications; costs and justifications for automated in-die part-quality measurements; controlling dies with motors and linear actuators; and in-die advanced part-quality measurements.
50 Tips for Better Die Protection
Jim Finnerty, Product Manager, Wintriss Controls Group of Honeywell
This fast-paced seminar covers the tricks and tips that usually must be learned by experience; seemingly little things that end up having a big impact. Attendees will learn the two things that can doom a sensor program before it starts; how to avoid the five most common die-protection mistakes; the five things they need to know about die wiring; and how to prepare a press for die protection. Attendees also will discover the worst place to mount sensors.
Integrated Electronic Systems
Tom Mascari, Vice President-Engineering, Link Systems
White Paper (13k pdf)
Attendees will learn how integrated electronic systems store and recall process parameters, provide information and prompt press operators, and how this technology reduces setup time and makes complex systems more understandable and manageable for operators. The presentation will discuss the operation and benefits of a plant press-network system.
Back to TopTrack 2: Die Setup/QDC
Moderators: Tom Bell/John Keily
The trend toward smaller part runs necessitates strategies to reduce downtime between stamping jobs. This track shows what technology is available to reduce job-changeover time and how to incorporate this technology into your operation.
Reducing Setup Time and Costly Accidents Using 10 Basic Rules
John Ford, President, Training Services
The objectives of this presentation are to increase skill, knowledge and professionalism of die setters; reduce set-up time; reduce costly accidents that injure people and damage tooling/machines; and improve quality and extend die life through better set-up practices. Content includes an error-proof method to set shut height; 10 basic rules for die setting; and the importance of cleaning dies, bolster and ram. Clamping techniques also will be discussed along with the dangers of over-tensioning. Also to be addressed: making the first pass and the first part; indicators of incorrect operation; adjustment of air-counterbalance; and checking safety devices.
Proper Planning and Organization to Reduce Changeover Time
Gary Zunker, President, Lightning Time Savers
Attendees will learn what is required from the hourly and salaried workforce to achieve quick die change. Out-of-press setup time will be discussed, and different systems for pre-staging tools will be identified. Mr. Zunker will explain the importance of pre-staging tools and material, and how much setup-time reduction can be expected without spending capital dollars.
Back to TopTrack 3: Safety
Moderator: Richard Sbroglia
Pressroom safety cannot be compromised. Find out what new regulations are coming that address pressroom safety, and how you can best protect employees and equipment.
Effect of New ANSI Mechanical Power Press Standard and Potential OSHA Standard Change
Jim Barrett, President, Link Systems
This presentation focuses on how the new ANSI B11.1 mechanical power press standard and OSHA’s potential changes to its standard will affect the industry. Included is a brief history and evolution of mechanical power press standards in the United States, factors contributing to the latest revisions in the ANSI B11.1 standard, and major changes and additions to the latest ANSI B11.1 standard. Also to be discussed: possible adoption by OSHA of new 29 CFR 1910.217 regulations, and potential effects and costs of new standards on the metal stamping industry.
Integrating an OHSAS 18001 Health and Safety Management System into an Existing ISO 14001 Environmental Management System
Rodney Dahlin, President, Dahlin Consulting
This presentation will concentrate on integration of ISO 14001 with OHSAS 18001. All three standards (Quality, Environment, Safety and Health) can be integrated. In a manufacturing facility, programs for environment and safety & health are often closely aligned, and successful integration of ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 will require, at a minimum, top management commitment, internal auditors trained in both standards, cross-function teams representing all levels in the organization.
Besides describing integration and initial assessment, the presentation will show attendees how to maintain a robustly implemented system.
Enhancing Workplace Safety through OSHA's Cooperative Programs
Virginia Ames, Compliance Assistance Specialist, OSHA, and Richard Sbroglia, Safety Director/HR Manager, E&E Mfg. Co
This presentation provides an overview of the various OSHA programs available to help small businesses improve workplace safety and health. Richard Sbroglia discusses how his company was the first automotive stamping company in the nation to receive OSHA’s Star Award. He also discusses how his company has benefited from working with OSHA.
Ergonomics in the Pressroom
Virginia Ames, Compliance Assistance Specialist, OSHA
Attendees will learn how to recognize and control ergonomic hazards in the pressroom in order to prevent workplace musculoskeletal disorders.
