Problem:
An OEM manufacturer of drives and controls for cranes and hoists needed 72” x 72” control panel enclosures with predetermined cutouts for cooling units, panel meters, and multiple connection points. Traditional manual cutting methods were slow, labor-intensive, and prone to errors, increasing both production time and costs. Manual cutting also introduced safety hazards such as flying metal shards and broken blades.
Solution:
Using the Steinhauer ModCenter, FrommConnect completed the required cutouts approximately 75% faster than manual methods. The automated process provided cleaner cuts, reduced the risk of enclosure damage, and ensured consistent, repeatable results. The shop’s equipment and handling capabilities also allowed for easy fabrication of large enclosures, improving efficiency and worker safety.
In addition to the panel modifications, FrommConnect offers full-service panel fabrication, including drilling, tapping, hardware installation, and shipping fully assembled panels tailored to customer specifications.
Outcome:
The OEM significantly reduced labor costs and turnaround times, completing enclosure modifications in minutes rather than hours. The precision, repeatability, and safety of the process improved quality while freeing up the customer’s engineering team to focus on other priorities.
