Vawdrey saves manufacturing time with Demmeler table system

When Vawdrey’s Quality & Manufacturing Engineer, Bradley Kent, went in search of a bench for a recently acquired robot being used for welding, he was advised to take a look at the Demmeler modular table system. This led Kent to Wollongong-based Leussink, the exclusive Australian distributor of the German-made Demmeler modular table system.

“In my role with Vawdrey I’m constantly looking at ways to improve how we manufacture our trailers and truck bodies,” says Kent. “When this search led me to acquire a robot for welding, I was impressed when I discovered the way in which the Demmeler system allowed us to clamp the work.

“We estimate that we are saving about 20% in the time it takes to manufacture the smaller parts, with the added bonus of accuracy. The Demmeler system is more precise, allows us to set up jigs, and clamp anywhere, not just at the sides of the bench. It allows us to repeat the same job over and over and it comes out the same way every time.

“After acquiring our first Demmeler table, we could see more applications for the system and now have three different size tables in our facility. We use the table system for our smaller parts that need jigging like drawbars, mezzanine posts, and of course the robot.”

Before acquiring the Demmeler system, Vawdrey was using a steel bench for the same tasks. Leussink Engineering worked closely with the Vawdrey management team to ensure they bought the right combination of tables and accessories for their specific work requirements.

“The people from Leussink Engineering have taught us how to get the most out of the Demmeler system,” says Kent. “Initially, they provided advice on the best tables and accessories, and then provided training.

“Our guys really love the Demmeler table system. And we’ll certainly consider buying a few more. They really like how they don’t have to constantly reset a job, because once it’s set up, it stays in place.”

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