Duraline, a manufacturer of safety-engineered electrical distribution systems, has announced the expansion of its in-house machine shop with the installation of a new Eurotech Ultima B620 51-SLY multi-axis CNC machine at its DeLand, Florida facility. The upgrade replaces an older machining system with limited automation and bar-length capacity, and is expected to increase productivity in single-pole connector production by up to 40%.
The Eurotech Ultima brings significantly greater automation and the ability to process longer brass bar stock. It features main and sub-spindles, live tooling, a 15-station turret, bar-feeder capabilities, tool monitoring, and automated part evacuation, enabling more continuous and efficient production. This investment is about more than simply replacing an older machine; precision-machined brass components are critical to many of Duraline's single-pole connector products, and enhancing the ability to manufacture these components efficiently strengthens the entire production process.
According to the company, "The addition of the Eurotech Ultima represents another step in our continued investment in American manufacturing. By increasing automation and expanding our machining capabilities, we expect to improve single-pole connector productivity by as much as 40% while maintaining the quality and manufacturing control our customers expect from Duraline."
The ability to run longer bar stock with less operator intervention will also allow the skilled machine shop team to focus more on production management, setup, inspection, and quality, while reducing repetitive handling during longer production runs. This shift not only boosts efficiency but also enhances job satisfaction by enabling workers to engage in higher-value tasks.
Duraline continues to perform machining, molding, soldering, crimping, assembly, and other manufacturing operations at its DeLand facility. Investments like the Eurotech Ultima help modernize these capabilities while preparing the operation to support future production requirements and growing customer demand. The company's commitment to American manufacturing is evident in this move, as it reinforces the importance of domestic production for critical electrical components.
As the new machine becomes part of the regular production workflow, Duraline looks forward to increasing the efficiency and capacity behind its single-pole connector manufacturing while continuing its commitment to producing dependable electrical products in the United States. For more information on Duraline's single-pole connectors and other industrial electrical products, visit https://www.jbn-duraline.com.
