Central Tool Rooms (CTRs) are essential facilities in manufacturing that enhance efficiency, support SMEs, and provide training for skill development. They are equipped with advanced tools and technologies for precision tool design and production, contributing to industrial growth and innovation. Despite challenges like high initial investment and maintenance costs, future prospects include integrating AI and IoT in tool design and fostering collaboration with industries and educational institutions.
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Central Tool Room
Central Tool Rooms (CTRs) are essential facilities in manufacturing that enhance efficiency, support SMEs, and provide training for skill development. They are equipped with advanced tools and technologies for precision tool design and production, contributing to industrial growth and innovation. Despite challenges like high initial investment and maintenance costs, future prospects include integrating AI and IoT in tool design and fostering collaboration with industries and educational institutions.
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Central Tool Room
An Overview of its Functions and Importance
Saurabh kumar Lakhera
GTA/284 Introduction
Central Tool Rooms (CTRs) are specialized
facilities equipped with advanced tools and technologies. They are the backbone of any manufacturing industry They provide support for manufacturing, prototyping, and skill development, contributing to industrial growth and innovation. Objectives of a Central Tool Room
Enhance manufacturing efficiency.
Support small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Provide training and skill development. Facilitate the design and production of precision tools. Encourage innovation and prototyping. Key Facilities in a Central Tool Room Raw material area Cutting area CAD,ELCAM workstations for design. Thread cutting area Fitting area CNC HI-TECH area. Heat treatment units. Milling area Turning area Quality check Area Jig Boring Area JIG BORING MACHINE CNC HI TECH AREA
Employs a rotating abrasive wheel to remove material Achieves a high-quality surface finish and tight tolerances Common in tool and die making and production industries CNC LATHE MACHINE
A computer-controlled lathe for precision machining
Performs turning, facing, threading, and more Offers high repeatability and efficiency Used in industries like defence, aerospace, automotive. VERTICAL MILLING CENTERING
A versatile machining tool with a vertically oriented
spindle Performs operations like drilling, tapping, and milling Offers high precision and productivity Widely used in automotive and manufacturing industries ELECTRIC DISCHARGE MACHINE/WIRE CUT MACHIINE
A non-conventional machining process
Uses electrical discharges (sparks) to shape or cut materials Suitable for hard materials and intricate shapes Commonly used in die-making and defence, aerospace industries WORK FLOW OF CENTRAL TOOL ROOM Letter from JWM of respective Forwarded to JWM section with To OIC of CTR of respective area design and drawing number
Job Passed to Manufacturing of
Quality Control respective Section Job Benefits of Central Tool Rooms
Boosts productivity and quality.
Reduces production costs for SMEs. Provides access to high-end technology. Supports workforce development through training. Challenges and Future Prospects Challenges: High initial investment. Maintenance and operational costs. Keeping up with rapid technological advancements.
Future Prospects: Integration of AI and IoT in tool design. Collaboration with industries and educational institutions. THANK YOU