How to Add a Tool and Link Rules in ManufApp
Objective
To add a new tool and link it to relevant machine groups, items, and processes in ManufApp, while defining its lifetime and maintenance cycle.
Before Proceeding, see:
How Tool Usage Multiplier Works in ManufApp
Steps
Step 1 – Navigate to Add Tool Section
Go to Masters → Tools.
Click on the + New button to add a tool.
Step 2 – Fill in Tool Details
Label: Enter the name of the tool (e.g., Cutter Tool).
Multiplier: Enter the multiplier value. This is useful for adjusting the tool's impact on the production process.
Step 3 – Link Rules to the Tool
Click on + Rules to link this tool to specific machine groups, items, and processes.
Machine Group: Select the machine group that uses this tool (e.g., MWIP-3).
Once the Machine Group is selected, the associated Item, Process, and Seconds fields will auto-populate based on the rules linked to that machine.
Step 4 – Define Lifetime & Maintenance Cycle
Under the Lifetime & Maintenance Cycle section, set the following:
Lifetime (Number of strokes): Specify how many strokes or cycles the tool can perform before it needs maintenance (e.g., 500 strokes).
Maintenance Cycle (Number of strokes): Enter how frequently the tool should be maintained (e.g., 100 strokes).
Step 5 – Add Sub-Tools
If this tool has sub-tools, you can add them by clicking + Add New Rows and entering the necessary details like lifetime and maintenance cycle for each sub-tool.
Step 6 – Submit the Tool Details
Once you've filled in the details for the tool and its linked rules, click Submit to save the tool configuration.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can efficiently add and configure tools in ManufApp, link them to specific machines and processes, and define their maintenance cycles. This ensures proper tracking and utilization of tools in production.
Key Benefits
✅ Efficient tool management through linked rules.
✅ Optimized maintenance schedules based on tool cycles.
✅ Seamless integration with production processes.
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