Why Switch to Electric Tools for Your Assembly Line?
“Why should I change to electric?” is one of the most common questions I get asked when talking to businesses that use pneumatic assembly tooling. The list of reasons is massive, but I usually begin with two of the big ones: cost and consumption.
Key Benefits of Electric Screwdrivers
Based on an assembly line with ten tools, tightening 5,000 screws at two-second cycle times:
- To run an assembly line of 10 pneumatic screwdrivers like the one pictured below (right) for a year would have an energy cost of around £12,000 and will emit 27,000kg of CO2.
- To run an assembly line of 10 electric screwdrivers with comparative specifications (left picture) as the pneumatic tool would have a total energy cost of around £67 and will emit 150kg of CO2.
As you can see, the difference is astonishing, and it never fails to surprise people when we show them. Businesses understand the significance of reducing their emissions and creating a more sustainable environment. This is a great way to take the initiative and look to the future; what’s more, the cost savings in running the tooling ensure a rapid return on investment. (Based on one shift working eight hours per day at 210 working days per year)
Other notable improvements in switching to electric are:
- Significant Cost Savings
- Reduced Carbon Emissions
- Enhanced Performance and Accuracy
- Lower Noise Levels
- Advanced Data Feedback
- Versatile Tightening Strategies
- Minimal Maintenance Requirements
- Integration with Process Control Systems
If you’re ready to take the next step in your manufacturing operations, then let’s discuss how we can take your assembly forward. If you want to calculate where you are now and where you could be, then please get in touch. I am always happy to work with people looking to drive change.
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