That is because, in order to make a connection to the rounded surface, a secondary plate to the magnetic drilling system being used previously was required, with engineers having to manually hold it securely in place upon drilling. This presented several issues for both end-users and the business, impacting safety, as well as efficiency and productivity, due to the time required and dangers associated with fixing/holding the secondary plate in place.
Hoping to improve efficiency within the business, Henwood Engineering connected with FEIN which delved into specific applications and processes that could be improved with the use of better tools for the job in hand.
In further exploring Henwood Engineering’s work, FEIN’s team recommended the AKBU 35 cordless universal magnetic core drill. A small yet powerful single-speed tool with forward/reverse running, MT2 tool mounting, a permanent magnet with magnetic bias, and maximum functionality for mobile working in the workshop, as well as on construction sites.
The AKBU 35’s special base configuration allows the end-user to drill on curved surfaces without the need for any additional attachments. While FEIN’s HighPower Li-ion battery provides continuous high-power output with 75% higher current rating than a regular Li-ion battery for good work progress.
The tool’s extremely low-wear design with swivel-mounted motor cable protection hose equips it for tough use in industry and manual trades, and its added proficiency, thanks to the tool’s electronic speed setting with memory function, helps further save time.
Thanks to the AKBU 35 cordless universal magnetic core drill, Henwood Engineering has been able to considerably improve safety, while driving efficiency and boosting productivity.
Key benefits the business has been able to capitalise on include:
-the convenient magnetic holding force display, in addition to the extra narrow permanent magnet with magnetic bias, which mean the AKBU 35 cordless universal magnetic core drill is safer and more secure than the tool being used previously
-these features also enable the magnetic core drill to be left in position overnight/during breaks from use, making it quick, easy and efficient to pause then pick back up right where the job was left
Sam Henwood, founder and managing director, Henwood Engineering comments: “The AKBU 35 has several features that make it a game-changer for us. Being able to drill on curved surfaces and leave the drill magnetised during breaks has enabled us to completely transform the way we work, while improving everything from safety to efficiency, productivity and ultimately profit margins. FEIN came into a very unique environment and quite a niche area of the broader metalworking sector, but provided a revolutionary yet simple solution that has enabled us to considerably progress the way we operate.”