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Die Formability Predictions Compared To Hard Tool Tryout Results
The use of Computer-aided Design (CAD) and Simulation software have been around for a while now. Continuous improvement of these engineering software packages have allowed
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Blending Organizational Structures For Results
The difference between problem solving and process execution is significant, each benefiting from a specific approach to…
"What did you say?" Listening To The Voice Of The System In Context
A recent experience from the field. A machine operator sets up her process. A variety of…
Beware High Tech Sirens In Manufacturing
Phoenix Systems is joined by an unlimited number of manufacturing experts training for statistical literacy and process…
Where Facts Are Few, Experts Are Many.
I was unable to uncover the origins of this quote, but it is always attributed to…
Constancy of Purpose
William Edwards Deming (October 14, 1900 – December 20, 1993) was an American statistician, professor, author, lecturer,…
Sheet Metal Lubricant Analysis
Introduction A 1990 Taguchi Study conducted by Phoenix, along with a major stamping manufacturer, found three…
HOW DO YOU DEFINE PROCESS CONTROL?
Define process control? Everyone knows what process control is, right? Let’s collect some data. A quick…
Managing Through Processes
You are dedicated to being successful. You know your department’s processes ‘inside and out’. You should,…
Blank Variation Analysis
Description As an input to the forming process, we strive to understand the impact of specific…
The Phoenix Group Welcomes Professor Menachem Kimchi
The Phoenix Group has worked for many years with Professor Menachem Kimchi from The Ohio State…
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Fixing A Fracture Without Creating A Buckle Or Ghost Line
A body-side Outer develops a split in the C-pillar and header intersection area. In a frantic move to eliminate the split someone adjusts the equalizers
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Civil Affairs Battalion
The 418th Civil Affairs Battalion was facing numerous issues with its processes that limited its ability to execute on its mission. An engagement with The Phoenix Group gave the Battalion the ability to challenge the existing framework and make changes to increase operational efficiency.The net gain was as follows:
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Worldauto Steel
Global Steel Consortium Partners With Phoenix For Technical Engineering Expertise
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General Motors
The Phoenix Group Helps GM Drive 50% Reduction in Scrap & 35% Throughput Improvement Introduction General Motors is a global automotive company united by a
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Sheet Metal Displacement Analysis
So much of being successful forming sheet metal products is related to seeing the ‘invisible’; knowing how material moves during the forming process. We’re continually
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Doing The Right Work, On The Right Die, At The Right Time.
If, during a production run, a die experiences severe wear or is damaged, to a level that the production process cannot be adjusted to finish
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How To Use Risk Analysis To Meet Iso 9001:2015 And Iatf 16949:2016 Quality Standards
For organizations who are completing or have completed their quality management system transition to the current ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016 standards, you are well
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The Importance Of Understanding Mechanical Properties
Companies around the world use many different types of sheet metal to produce their products. When designers and Engineers are trying to decide which material