Snap-on ’ s Level 5 tool management system guards against FOD
Engineers and technicians working in the food and drink processing and packaging industries are well aware of the possible consequences of tools going missing . Foreign object damage ( FOD ) is a threat in any manufacturing or line maintenance workplace , especially those where food or drinks are being produced .
Keeping track of every tool and item of equipment presents a major challenge , making professional tool storage and management more important than ever . Snap-on Industrial ’ s Level 5™ automated tool management system constantly tracks every tool , advising with voice announcements which tools have been removed or when they are returned , ensuring greater protection against FOD .
It also enables engineers and technicians to find every tool they need quickly , saving time and easing stress .
Major benefits of the system include :
• No individual tool scanning required ;
• No RFID tags to install or replace ;
• No limitations on tool size : from ¼ ” screwdriver bit upwards ;
• Intuitive interface , via touchscreen ;
• Audible voice confirmation of tool removal and replacement ;
• Automatic locking for maximum security ;
• Errors announced and displayed to indicate incorrect tool position or advise when a drawer is not closed .
Says Richard Packham , Director UK & Europe for Snap-on Industrial : “ Snap-on ’ s automated system takes tool management to an entirely new level . The ability to monitor several boxes from one central computer offers managers a huge time saving advantage .”
For more information visit : www . snapon-industrial . co . uk ; call ( 01536 ) 413904 or e-mail : industrialuk @ snapon . com