Batch production Door trays
This project made use of a single workshop cutting sheet split up to provide the base components.
Recorded in the sheet are the tool marks; drill holes, blade cuts and routed channels from use as a worktop.
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The machining and assembly of the trays was developed with the target to create a commercially viable product.
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A second product line was developed simultaneous to make use of the door timber off-cuts.
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20x A4&A3 trays were produced, and 18x sets of tiles & coasters.
Each process should be well considered, and thoroughly applied throughout the entire stock.
Production of consistently uniform off-cuts being the aim.
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Assembly is the point in production, where effective batch systems can help with consistency and speed.
Forming frames made it possible to square up the tray components before a final clamping process.
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Once clamped for around 30 minutes inside the former, the trays could be removed and retained with further corner clamping.
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The forming frames can then be re-loaded for a rolling production.
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