Improve Torque Control with In-Process Monitoring

How to Improve Torque Control with In-Process Monitoring

Assembly processes generate a vast amount of fastening data in real-time that can provide valuable information to aid manufacturers in making more intelligent process decisions and minimizing quality failures while maximizing productivity. A smart torque control system equipped with a transducer constantly measures torque in real time and feeds data into the system. In-process monitoring…

Error-Proofing Assembly Process Techniques

Learn 5 Key Error-Proofing Assembly Process Techniques

Solving fastening errors is about controlling variables or eliminating potential risks that create an unwanted fastening event. Mistake proofing is the quickest path to zero defects and is a critical enabler for efficient manufacturing. Error-proofing the complete tightening process improves manufacturers’ quality control process by reducing the number of defective products pulled from the assembly…

Mountz NF-Series Brushless Electric Screwdrivers

Increase Manufacturing Productivity with NF-Series Electric Screwdrivers

Faster than hand tools, electric torque screwdrivers are ideal for high-volume assembly operations where speed is of the essence. These tools can either be operated by assembly workers or robotic applications. The NF-Series brushless electric screwdrivers add precision and repeatability to the assembly process. Electric screwdrivers with brushless motors are engineered for higher efficiency and…

Mountz Smart Electric Screwdrivers

Auto Program the RPM Setting for Smart Electric Screwdrivers

When fastening long screws with the EC or ECT smart electric screwdrivers, are you looking for efficiency and accuracy? The auto-customizing feature learns the characteristic of the rundown and will automatically program the free angle. This process allows the tool to operate at a high RPM and then automatically slow down to a low fastening…

Electric Screwdrivers

How to Program the Soft Start Speed Function of Electric Screwdrivers

With select Mountz brushless electric screwdrivers, it offers a soft start speed function. This feature allows you to set the initial speed ramp for a fastening application. You adjust the starting speed of an electric screwdriver for a slow rotation, which allows for smooth engagement between fasteners and parts. It helps prevent cross-threading events. The…

Error-Proofing the Complete Tightening Process Control

Error-Proofing the Complete Tightening Process Control

Error-proofing the complete tightening process improves manufacturers’ quality control process by reducing the number of defective products pulled from the assembly line and hedging the risk of liability from product failures in the field. A screw rattling loose in the avionics of a high-performance jet or from an implanted medical device can cause significant liability…

Implement Error-Proofing Manufacturing

How to Implement Error-Proofing Manufacturing

Minor fastening errors can quickly blossom into big problems. Over- or under-tightening can cause the fastener or assembly to fail under stress, either immediately or later. When a fastener fails, it can have serious repercussions, including overloading other parts and creating a cascading failure or rattling free in a moving assembly like an engine. As…

Torque Tools for Contract Manufacturing

Contract Manufacturer Implements Innovative Error-Proofing and Data Collection Process

As the digital age marches forward, electronics assembly is in high demand. This global electronic contract manufacturer customer has locations around the world designed to meet the unique needs of every kind of assembly. In one of its US facilities, they contract manufacture servers and routers for industry-leading companies. Because some of the boards being…

Torque Tools for Medical Device Manufacturing

Optimizing Complex Medical Device Manufacturing with a DC Torque Control System

An innovative world leader in medical devices manufacturing was ramping up production on a new ultrasound instrument but was struggling to optimize their new manufacturing process. Building this new piece of equipment involved a variety of different torque requirements. In the initial assembly, workers were using seven different drivers due to the various specs of the electronic and mechanical…

Aerospace Torque Tools

Aerospace Manufacturer Maximizes Productivity While Maintaining Quality with Electric Screwdrivers

Mountz was asked by a long time Aerospace customer who was looking to increase their productivity. In its manufacturing operation, the aerospace company was using light assembly electric torque screwdrivers to build the power modules that sit under the middle seat in each row of the plane to enable passengers to charge their devices. With…