At SEA, our mission isn’t limited to designing new equipment—it’s about partnering with clients to solve the real manufacturing challenges they face every day. Sometimes, even a small change can lead to dramatic improvements.
One such case involved a medical device company struggling with recurring product defects. Their semi-automated system used locator pins on a rotating dial to position products, but these pins caused surface scratches—unacceptable in a medical-grade product.
🔍 Diagnosing the Issue
The company tried to remove the pins to prevent scratches, but that only led to shifting during rotation, creating a new problem: their secondary product couldn’t properly engage due to misalignment.
When SEA was brought in, we didn’t jump to conclusions—we observed the process firsthand. By watching the machine in action, we noticed a unique edge feature on the product that wasn’t being utilized. That subtle detail held the key to solving the issue.
🛠️ A Simple, Smart Solution
We designed and installed a custom insert that used the product’s edge feature for positioning, eliminating the need for locator pins altogether. The result?
No more scratches
Perfect alignment
Full engagement of the secondary product
No downtime or major rebuild required
This simple but strategic fix delivered flawless functionality—and because it was applied across multiple lines, it ended up saving the company millions annually.
“We don’t just build machines—we solve problems that make your operations better, smarter, and more efficient.”
🤝 SEA: Built on Partnership, Powered by Results
At SEA, this is how we work. We dive into your challenge, analyze the details, and deliver cost-effective engineering improvements that generate real results. Whether it’s a full system redesign or a clever adjustment to existing equipment, we’re here to make your manufacturing smarter and more successful.
📩 Let’s Solve Your Next Challenge
Got a recurring production issue or process inefficiency? Let SEA help you unlock the smarter, simpler solution. Visit www.sea-ca.com—we’re just a message away.
