An aerospace company was in need of a low-cost manufacturing solution for an aluminum grommet and seal retainer assembly used in a hydraulics application. The company was purchasing two stamped components and then assembling them by hand in-house. After evaluating the function of the part, Demsey Manufacturing Co., Inc determined that the parts would require a complete redesign which would allow the part to be made with a totally automated assembly process. Using two 325 U.S. Baird transfer presses Demsey was able to produce the item at a lower cost and a much higher production rate than previous, which enabled us to save the customer money.
| Product Name | Gasket Retainer Assembly |
|---|---|
| Product Description | These gasket retainer assemblies are used for hydraulic lines. |
| Capabilities & Applied/Processes | Part Redesign Tool Design & Manufacturing Deep Drawn Stamping Elimination of Customers Secondary Operation Increased Production Rate Cost Savings |
| Equipment Used to Manufacture Part | 2 - 325 U.S. Baird |
| Overall Part Dimensions | Material Thickness: Grommet: .020" Seal Retainer: .020" Width: Grommet: 1.125" Seal Retainer: .8425" Height: Grommet: .360" Seal Retainer: .550" |
| Tightest Tolerances | ±.002" |
| Material Used | Aluminum 3003-O Aluminum 3003-O |
| In Process Testing/Inspection Performed | Federal Model 99 P-20 Groove Gage |
| Estimated Part Weight | 0.00308 pounds 0.00559 pounds |
| Industry for Use | Aerospace |
| Volume | 90,000 Pieces Per Year of Each |
| Standards Met | Customer supplied print, 2D CAD Drawing ISO 9001:2015 |
| Delivery Time | 10 Weeks |
| Delivery Location | U.S.A. |
