At stake was Nypro's ability to grow and compete for business in South America and the Dominican Republic. Upgrading an entire shop floor is no small task. Installation and operator training can be demanding enough with the need for smooth transition and speedy return on investment complicating the project.
Nypro employees receive an array of training to create high quality molds.
During the planning stages for NTC's overhaul, the Puerto Rico Science and Technology Board launched a grant program to help promote industry research and development. Cacio immediately began the search for new moldmaking technology. NTC first chose a Makino SNC64 high-performance graphite milling machine. NTC then examined vertical machining centers along with wire and RAM sinker EDM technology. To ensure a smooth transition and to minimize downtime, the installation was done in carefully staged phases.