In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - A3 Problem solving white boards - Chip management and coolant tray - Shelf for storing paint and information - Vacuum filter orientation marks - Updated the gripper 3D printing file - Part loading vs pallet loading Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Please follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and ta...
Oct 27, 2023•38 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - A3 is big! Go do it! - BT2 - A fresh set of eyes in the shop - Documenting the time savings of single piece flow - Making small improvements targeted at learning - Shigeo Shingo SMED details Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, a...
Oct 25, 2023•59 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: -Added paper towel holder to bandsaw - Updated generic Lathe CAM Template to automatically size softjaw pocket based on stock diameter - Updated generic Mill CAM template to use G54.2 probing - Started program hand off checklist and log for common issues - Updated generic lathe cam template with op 2 origins that auto position - Adjusted...
Oct 20, 2023•43 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - PDCA - Morning 3S'ing - Price for volume - Crisis motivation - Standard stock sizes vs non standard - Block scheduling Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and general business management to improve our businesses. Thanks for lis...
Oct 18, 2023•47 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Added twin rolling whiteboards - Installed the probe halo - Explored ID clamping - Using centerline text speeds up engraving - 3Sing when I get in the shop - digital assets? - CF PETG for automation - Sewing area rework Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Please follow us on Instagram and share your improvements a...
Oct 13, 2023•37 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: -Devin moves into a new shop. Very disruptive, but demonstrating the value of systems -Working on improving how we do product development -Systemization and patterns help highlight opportunities to improve Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Product...
Oct 11, 2023•56 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Added a new workstation with drawers to shipping station - Added a dedicated label printer to my desk for printing work order slips - Added a rolling workbench to get our inspection tools off of our granite surface plate - Rotated machine workstations for better viewing of workstation computers and trays - Keyboard text replacement on ...
Oct 06, 2023•38 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Is improving everything all the time a good aproach? - How do we establish target conditions? - Offshoring is just making waste cheaper - Production leveling Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and general business management to...
Oct 04, 2023•43 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Moved meeting area away from machine - Made a desk space by the 3d printer to work on buckles - Added a banister - Clearing production areas - Trying to reduce dust tracked in - Proved our new programs for 1" Cam Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Please follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag ...
Sep 29, 2023•32 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Single piece flow Burger Joint - Sorting Kanban for production levelling - We ran out of stock - what's the takeaway? - Stoked about the meetup! Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and general business management to improve our ...
Sep 27, 2023•43 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: -Built stairs -Improved clamping for 1in CB Cams -Integrated new jaw inserts -finalized new tooth cutter -Manual passthrough for end of program edits Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Please follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us.www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss con...
Sep 22, 2023•25 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: -Starting and finishing projects -Continuous improvement and scientific thinking -Mental energy -Production leveling Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and general business management to improve our businesses. Thanks for listeni...
Sep 20, 2023•39 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: -Updated generic 3d printed gripper tray with a center hole for hold down and a cutout that says Y + with an arrow - Moved over updated tool break program to High Torque machine - Updated single op generic gripper program with improved dump routine - Made a macro program that does an index offset and back bore operation - Added tool brea...
Sep 15, 2023•33 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Process vs operations - Gripper automation failure - Internal development vs external solutions - Optimizing things that are not a core competency is maybe not a great use of time Please join our Patreon! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and general...
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr 6 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvments they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: -Updated universal macro with mini tray layout -Eliminated tumbling!!! -Playing with branding -Painted our new shop Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Please follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us.www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the ...
Sep 08, 2023•40 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: -Improving process vs operations -BIg system changes vs the reality of running a business -Finding a niche and risk management -Standardization Please join our Patreon! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and general business management to improve our bu...
Sep 06, 2023•45 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: -Creating second sewing fixture -Update second speedio with new probing routines -Added tumbler log to avoid fishing around for parts -Made a setup template for lathe -Project with Eddy optimize for learning -Updated tool paths - Researched Coda -Cleaning as inspection -Wrote a note about mixing cup max fill (the answer should be where t...
Sep 01, 2023•40 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Operation sensitive, process blind. Thanks Wiley at Bike Friday - Automation is nice but building your team comes first - ERP and Coda - Getting more products done and not just to 90% Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and gene...
Aug 30, 2023•44 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvments they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: -Added coolant cancel codes and A axis return to tool break detect program -Made a setup sheet template. I was making more and more errors or omissions as things seemingly continue to accelerate -Ordered three probe halos -Updated probe calibration routines in our SOP's tab with photos and better descriptions -Had date and time of posting...
Aug 25, 2023•52 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: -How to optimize for learning -Staying energetically engaged in improving -Shop organization and layout Great lean tour - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z66gH20uTZQ Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and general business managem...
Aug 23, 2023•43 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: -Sewing machine fixturing -How to go about improving Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI Please follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us.www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and general business management to i...
Aug 18, 2023•29 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: -The importance of having an overall vision for the direction of the company and of various processes. -Rationalizing your production as it relates to defect rate, and inventory -Takt time vs cycle time Please join our patreo! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI And follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production...
Aug 16, 2023•39 min
This is our 50th Episode!!! Wow! Thanks for all the support! We just created a Patreon. If you get value from this podcast, please consider joining the Patreon. Please join our patreon! https://patreon.com/IncrementalCI In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: - Standardized language for R450 setups - Sewing machine programming - Reducing machining rejects on the CNC - Switchin...
Aug 11, 2023•51 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - Local Optimum vs Global optimum vs improving at the constraint, a la Theory Of Constraints - Organizational routines for improvement, not quantitative targets. Toyota kata, forward, page ix - Continuous improvment is, at minimum a way to reduce process backsliding - Managing for process vs outcomes Please follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us. www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts fr...
Aug 09, 2023•40 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. Some of the improvements include: -Scheduling package pickup -Post processor huge win (no hand editing) -Keyboard drawer -3D printed automation tools -Fixed a slow leak in bike tire Please follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us.www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System,...
Aug 04, 2023•42 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: -The importance of creating and testing hypotheses -Overproduction -Process speed vs SMED -How to build and maintain a culture of continuous improvement Please follow us on Instagram and share your improvements and tag us.www.instagram.com/incrementalci In this podcast we discuss concepts from Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and general business management to improve our businesses. Thanks for listening! Please drop us a...
Aug 02, 2023•47 min
In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvments they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. 8 Lean wastes - Over production, Over Processing, Excess inventory, Defects, Transportation, Wasted motion, Waiting, Wasted human potential Some of the improvements include: -Fast and cheap improvements are often better than expensive shiny things -Trimmed trees in the bike path -Tool cady for non-standard tools -Updated universal gripper macros -Signed a lease for a new ...
Jul 28, 2023•39 min
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: This week there is a loose theme of the importance of good metrics as well as some resolution on the question of when to plan and when to just move fast and try things. Many startups move fast but skip over the planning phase, and many big companies do too much granular planning without enough real world results. Also, FIFO is a good inventory method until your inventory turn is too long at which point safety stock can be a better approac...
Jul 26, 2023•35 min
Sorry about the audio quality this week! In this episode Devin and Uriel talk about some of the improvements they made over the past week and the thinking behind each. 8 Lean wastes - Over production, Over Processing, Excess inventory, Defects, Transportation, Wasted motion, Waiting, Wasted human potential Some of the improvements include: - Appropriate level of tolerance and scale for the applications - New gripper automation tray and macro system - New computer for streamlining workflows from ...
Jul 24, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 44
In this Concepts Edition episode Uriel and Devin discuss: - The perfect balance of ignorance and knowledgability to allow one to start a business - Inertia of existing systems in businesses and the challenges inherent in trying to change them - The time and place for different types of automation - Source of defects, and how you can use that rubric to find issues before they surface instead of after the fact - What counts as an improvement? Ongoing business activites that appear to be improvemen...
Jul 20, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 43
