All-electric investment fast-tracks productivity and raises OEE bar for Hampshire moulder

Posted on 21 Apr 2023 by The Manufacturer
D&G has observed energy savings over 75% and cycle times on the IntElect reduce by as much as 40% compared to the 22-year old hydraulic machine it replaced
D&G has observed energy savings over 75% and cycle times on the IntElect reduce by as much as 40% compared to the 22-year old hydraulic machine it replaced

Professional technical trade moulder D&G Moulding has ramped up productivity by over 40 per cent and lowered energy consumption by over 75 per cent with its latest machine investment – a 75-ton all-electric IntElect from Sumitomo (SHI) Demag.

Specialising in manufacturing premium automotive, aerospace, industrial marine and medical components in a variety of materials, the Alton-based moulding firm prides itself on running a lean, resilient, high-volume production operation. Like many, the cost of living crisis and energy price uncertainty was weighing heavily on the company’s mind. Eager to take steps to protect and…

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