Material Flow Improvement and Reduction of Non-value Added Inventory for Canada Tube Form Production Process

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Canada Tubeform is a leading London, ON based provider of tubular hydroforming capability, robotic MAG welded assemblies and CNC tube bending (single and multi-radius capability, precision tube bead forming, resistance welded Assemblies, swaging and end forming, custom tube forming, prototyping). In this cost competitive market, Canadian Tubeform has identified a need to improve operational efficiency, reduce cycle time and minimise waste by streamlining production processes to reduce non-value added handling of inventory, reducing floor space by eliminating inventory. All of this will improve Canada Tubeforms' competitive advantage in the automotive sector.Through this proposed project Canada Tube Form will collaborate with Lambton College's Bluewater Technology Access Centre (BTAC) to improve their process productivity and waste reduction.The project will result in a more lean operation and save floor space, with less overhead and reduced production time. This will make Canada Tubeform more efficient and increase their market share, allowing them to stay ahead of foreign competitors in the cut throat automotive market. This ultimately will provide benefits for Canada, providing economic and exporting impact.