Audience
Manufacturing companies in need of a solution to streamline operations, leverage resources and increase profit margins
About Total Tool Management
ETW - based in Wisconsin - is a manufacturer of standard and custom tooling and we use a large variety of tools in our machining areas. Each tool assembly is replicated in our CAD/CAM application with user-defined templates to ensure proper part simulation. Programmers can easily program parts and select a tool from the CAM library with a simple click without having to create the tool each time it is needed. Standard tools used whenever possible as they often remain loaded in the machines to reduce setup time. Non-standard tools used only when unavoidable, thus eliminating unnecessary tool setups. To further more efficient tooling and accurately track usage, ETW has developed its own software - Total Tool Management (TTM) - that manages tools for all our machines and jobs. Every assembly and component is stored in a central database with the option to search for any single component or assembly for quick and easy reference.
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Company Information
ETW
etwinc.com/custom-tooling-1
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Product Details
Training
Not Offered
Support
Phone Support
Total Tool Management Frequently Asked Questions
Total Tool Management Product Features
Tool Management
Order Management
Supported
Tool Kitting
Supported
Calibration Management
Not Supported
Fixed Asset Management
Not Supported
Issue & Return Management
Not Supported
Job Costing
Not Supported
Maintenance Scheduling
Not Supported
