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Hawke International benefit from DLoG (UK)'s data collection systems

Based in Manchester, Hawke International produces electrical cable connectors, termination and barrier products for use in hazardous locations.

Before the implementation of DLoG’s machine data collection system, Hawke operated a limited capability monitoring system. “Effectively, it recorded little more than run times and the number of machine cycles within a batch so didn‘t provide much scope for detailed analysis“ says Production Engineer, Keith Wright.

The DLoG system provides a comprehensive range of reports and also encorporates real-time graphical displays, which allow problem areas to be identified quickly and accurately.

“The system‘s effectiveness can be demonstrated by the way it helped us to home in on the issue of swarf clogging up the production machines,“ notes Wright. “The display provided a clear indication of the true extent of the problem - enabling us to justify the purchase of new swarf conveyors which, entirely as anticipated, have achieved a fast payback.

The new DLoG monitoring system has also played a central role in Hawke‘s drive to reduce set-up times, and the company is well on the way to bringing down average set up times by 50%.  In parallel, machine efficency has increased by 15% since the start of this project.

“It has helped to reduce overall production lead  helps to improve our competitiveness. “It‘s about control in all its forms - and accurate information is the key.“

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