In today's world technology and its proper use can make all the difference.  CNC Industries has been focused on using Leading-Edge technology to its advantage since its inception.  We believe our proficient use of technology is what really sets us apart from the rest.

At CNC Industries, we focus on better manufacturing through better processes.   To achieve the highest level of performance possible we have custom designed an extremely robust MRP system.  This system includes Info-Stations at every workstation throughout the company and has enabled us to maintain a significant advantage over other machine shops.  With flexibility in controlled processes such as quoting, ordering, scheduling, process planning, routing, machining, finishing, assembly, fabrication, inspecting, shipping, time cards, and many other areas, CNC Industries is able to produce quality parts faster, more reliably and more cost effectively than its competition.

To meet the complex requirements of today's extremely competitive and fast paced world of manufacturing requires tremendous attention to detail.  At CNC Industries the combination of using Best Practices with Leading-Edge Technology and a Scalable Infrastructure adds up to: Precision Machining at its Best!

What it does: Collects, organizes, and reports mission critical information

Why it’s important:

Cost Savings – Lowers the overhead which equals savings for our customers
Delivery – Ensures jobs start on time, finish on time, and ship on time
Quality – Tracks every job, from start to finish, to ensure repeatable quality throughout the entire process.

Short Description:
In order to process the more than 1 million component parts shipped annually and keep a 0.03% or less scrap rate, it is important to have a very efficient way of collecting, organizing, viewing and reporting the vast information which is needed. To this end CNC Industries, Inc. has created it's own software to handle the record keeping.  The database known as “Job Manager II” has facilitated a fast growth rate while minimizing the overhead staff required to keep up with the information flow.

What it does: Secures and speeds up information

Why it’s important:

Cost Savings – Lowers Overhead expenses by removing the needs for external computer related expenses
Delivery – Aids in loading programs onto machines, keeping information up to date, hosts Job Manager, and generally removes computer related bottlenecks.
Quality – Machinists, Inspectors, and office staff all have immediate access to the information that is important. For example: Machinists can check drawings, set-up photos, and router instructions on the network to ensure they are running the part correctly

Short Description:
A detailed network topology including an Active Directory Domain Network, a storage server, multiple redundant network backups, Gigabit LAN transfer technology, and 2 new servers in the last year enable CNC Industries, Inc to maintain it's focus on technology running strong. Utilizing the latest in computer advancements programs are loaded onto machines faster, information is gathered more accurately, and problems are solved more efficiently. Information is secured through multiple methods, automated virus sweeps, file back-up routines, and redundant hard-ware architecture ensures that confidential information stays confidential and that data loss is virtually eliminated. Maintaining a high level of computer knowledge in our office staff enable us to run an efficient office without the need for computer expertise to be hired from outside sources.

What it does: Collects, organizes, and distributes standards and documents

Why it’s important:

Cost Savings – It greatly reduces the cost of storing and retrieving standard documents.
Delivery – Reduces wasted time since documents are instantly available to personnel at access points throughout the shop.
Quality – All documents are controlled and stored electronically in one central place. It provides information in real-time as well as eliminates the chance of using obsolete documents.

Short Description:
In order to manage and maintain the thousands of documents that we deal with, CNC has developed a custom-made software solution for storing and retrieving documents electronically. Since the documents are strictly controlled and maintained electronically, it virtually eliminates the possibility of obsolete documents creeping into processes. The electronic documents are readily available at access points all throughout the shop. Confidential or otherwise sensitive documents are password protected and available on a need-to-know basis.

What it does: Creates electronic files to control CNC Machines

Why it’s important:

Cost Savings – Taking advantage of the latest technology available for CAD/CAM shortens our programming time thereby dropping our programming charge.
Delivery – The ability to make complex parts quickly in our CAD/CAM programs allows us to maintain a shorter lead time than our competitors. 
Quality – Good electronic files created through our CAD/CAM programs ensure that we run high quality parts at all times. 

Short Description:
At the heart of any CNC  machine is the CAD/CAM system.  At CNC Industries we have access to many different programs that are kept up to date with all of the latest development technologies.   3d and 2d programming capabilities ensure that no matter what the part is, we have the right program for the job.  Advanced features in our programs allow us to handle the most difficult parts with ease.   Simpler parts may be optimized to decrease price and lead time.  Either way we are ready to handle any project that comes our way.

What it does: Displays custom messages from the Office into the shop

Why it’s important:

Cost Savings – The more information employees have with respect to cost issues, the more everyone can help reduce costs
Delivery – The display shows monthly statistics with respect to on-time shipments
Quality – Conveys up to the minute information on numerous important business metrics

Short Description:
Using a Digital Sign Display in our shop facility allows CNC Industries to quickly convey important messages to the entire company. A state of the art LCD monitor connected to a server side software package allows a convenient and easy way to update the system with the latest performance information. The benefits of having the entire company "in the know" are far reaching and go a long way towards CNC Industries Goal of Zero defects.

What it does: Maintains message boards for communication between shifts

Why it’s important:

Cost Savings – Rapid access to vital information helps eliminate wasted time
Delivery – Any issues that may potentially delay production can be quickly sorted out through the message board.
Quality – Quality issues are handled immediately and notices are posted to reflect changes that may have occurred.

Short Description:
Information is increasingly critical to all aspects of business. Using the standard internet format and feel, CNC Industries has created an intranet for the passing of important information between work shifts and management.  To the extent possible, CNC Industries’ goal is to provide information in “real-time”.  By making maximum use of modern technology, communication issues faced by most machining facilities are eliminated.  Information flow is facilitated through a website hosted internally and accessible to key personnel. In the end all businesses, including machine shops, rely on quick, efficient, and reliable communication.  At CNC Industries, placing a high priority on technology allows us to use tools normally associated with much larger companies.

What it does: Provides a computer terminal access point anywhere it is needed

Why it’s important:

Cost Savings – Saves on overhead expenses through easy maintenance and more cost effective terminals

Short Description:
Wireless thin clients allow CNC Industries to redeploy employees and work areas as needed with minimal disruption. Thin clients are cost effective devices with minimal maintenance needed. Access to our Distributed MRP system is universal throughout our facility – making information available when and where it is needed. Through good planning and technological knowledge we have been able to stay at the forefront of computer innovations and the savings in time are showing in tangible ways every day.

What it does: Provides reliable in-facility communication between key personnel

Why it’s important:

Cost Savings – Facilitates immediate communication between personnel
Delivery – Improves worker efficiency and start-up time on jobs
Quality – Provides immediate feedback on important questions and issues

Short Description:
In today’s fast paced world, communications is extremely important.  In 1996 CNC Industries experimented with two-way radios as a way of providing immediate communication between supervisors and management.  What started as an experiment with a few radios has evolved into dozens of radios being used on a continuous basis.   As with all of our equipment, our focus has been on using high-quality, durable radios that can take the wear and tear of a busy environment.  While it may seem like a trivial thing, our use of two-way radios has saved countless steps, has increased overall efficiency and over the years has saved a huge amount of time.

What it does: Processes raw material into finished parts

Why it’s important:

Cost Savings – Allows complex parts to be run quickly, efficiently, and at a low cost.
Delivery – Parts are made quickly on multiple machines to speed through each job
Quality – Repeatability, precision, and rigidity combine to make each part exactly to print

Short Description:
Each CNC Machine that we purchase is thoughoughly analyzed to determine how it will fit within our company and processes. We use almost exclusively CNC machines to have flexibility and performance in each machine that we own. Our processes are made to allow a part to be made with extreme precision on many different machines in our facilities. We make sure that each machine that we purchase will complement our existing machines and parts that we manufacture. Between 2005 and 2006 we have more than doubled our milling department and increased our individual machinery efficiency by almost 70%. This increase in efficiency has allowed us to make more parts with the same amount of machines -- the net result is better prices for our customers. Read more about our individual machines at www.cncind.com/equipment.htm