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This approach, or one similar, also will prove invaluable for problem-solving and for conducting root-cause analysis. You may discover, for example, that a quality problem was restricted to one individual coil from the outside edge of one damaged master coil. Or you may learn that the problem per- sists with the coils slit from each of the outer edges of mater coil due to a condition called feathering—a thickness decrease due to coil crown.
Effective, efficient lot traceability relies on an accurate system to achieve desired quality control, inventory man-
Spotlight on PMA
agement, reduced costs and a stress-free business envi- ronment. ERP-based lot-tracking software eliminates expensive manual product tracking by providing a quick, precise and cost-effective operating system. This not only improves internal and external communication and efficient handling of product-quality spills, but also enables compliance with consumer-protection laws and regulations. MF
Peter Ulintz and Stuart Keeler will speak at PMA’s Higher Strength Steel seminar on October 27-28 in Cleveland, OH.
Upcoming Calendar of Events
Tooling by Design
PMA Offers New Supervisor-Training Series
October 6-7
Contrary to popular belief, pay is not the primary reason employees leave their jobs. The number one reason cited among job changers is the environment created by their supervisors. To retain talent, companies must focus attention on their supervi- sory staff. This means more than just picking the right person for the job; you must continually monitor how effective the supervi- sor is with his assigned team.
Designing and Building Metal Stamping Dies,
Knowing how to supervise does not come naturally. Often, supervisors are promoted because they have an exemplary per- formance record. Yet, the skills required on the factory floor differ from those needed to encourage and engage employees. These skills can be learned with support and coaching from management.
Southfield, MI
PMA, in partnership with ERC, will conduct a two-part Super- visor Training Series in Cleveland, OH. Topics include communi- cation, conflict management, teamwork, problem-solving and coach- ing. The first session will be held October 20-21, 2015; session two runs December 1-2.
info@pma.org for details.
Cleveland, OH
October 13
The Servo Press Technology Experience, Troy, MI
October 14-15
Annual Safety Conference for Metalforming Professionals,
October 20-21
Supervisor Training Series, Cleveland, OH
October 27-28
Stamping Higher-Strength Steel Seminar—What Happens When Steel Gets Stronger? Cleveland, OH
Visit www.pma.org or contact PMA at 216/901-8800 or
PMA Welcomes
• Demmer Corp., Lansing, MI
• Global Resource Technologies, LLC, Canton, OH
• MetriCan Estampados SA de CV, San Luis Potosi, Mexico • Sentry Insurance Co., Stevens Point, WI
Join PMA and experience the power of membership! Con- tact Janet Krall at 216/901-8800 or jkrall@pma.org with questions.
its Newest Members
For more information, please visit www.pma.org/meetings.
Executive Development Academy Coming to Chicago
Join more than 50 metalforming- industry executives in Chicago on November 9-11, 2015, to par- ticipate in PMA’s second Execu-
tive Development Academy (EDA).
Attendees will network with peers
and hear from prominent speak-
ers on topics including interna-
tional business, understanding and
embracing your leadership style, busi- ness-succession/transition planning and terms and conditions.
Visit www.pma.org/eda for program details and registration.
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