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Ion Nitriding Surface Treatment
Many stamping organizations are shifting away from the standard practice of Chroming their dies for improved life and surface quality. As opposed to surface bonding
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Blanking Process for Advanced High-Strength Steels (AHSS)
AHSS Properties & Blank Die Standards With the continuing Government requirements to produce safer and more…
Die Maintenance & Repair: Optimizing Die Maintenance for Enhanced Productivity & QualityÂ
Your highest priority is making customer shipments daily, which immediately prioritizes press line productivity. Your focus…
The Role of Circle Grid Analysis and Die Formability Predictions in Advanced Metal Forming
In the world of metal stamping, precision and efficiency are paramount. Engineers and manufacturers rely on…
An Introduction to Advanced High-Strength Steels (AHSS): Definition + OverviewÂ
What Are Advanced High-Strength Steels (AHSS)? Advanced high strength steels (AHSS) are stronger and more complex…
Understanding bead geometry & binder in sheet metal stamping
Sheet metal stamping is a crucial process in the manufacturing industry, enabling the creation of intricate…
Understanding process control & key process variables in stamping
WHAT IS PROCESS CONTROL? Define process control? Everyone knows what process control is, right? Let’s collect…
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…
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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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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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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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Understanding Mechanical Properties of Materials
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