Loopco (Slitter) Procedure

1.  Slitter schedule to be used to stage coils in the order of use. If lineup is changed, Production Planner or Plant Manager will notify Slitter Operator and correct the schedule.

2.    Use Work Orders "Order Spec" and "Arbor Setup" sections to determine sizes that will be input into C.A.S.S. system, which produces Arbor setup print out.

3.     Coil is loaded onto slitter and tag is given to Slitter Operator to verify that the correct coil is fed up per the work order.

4.     Operator loads the gauge range from the "Job Specifications" section of the Work Order into Gamma Computer.

5.     Operator checks knife clearance, if clearance is correct, material is fed through knives. If clearance is incorrect, necessary adjustments are made.

6.     Operator checks burr, gauge (edge-crown-edge) and Rockwell (if required). Information is recorded on JDM 3 or JDM 4.

7.     Cuts ran out on table and checked for width, also recorded on JDM 3 or JDM 4.

8. Width of master coil, at entry side of knives checked per Inspection Checkpoints 8.3.3.

9. Operator & Helper inspect material during processing for any defects that do not meet specifications (Work Order Info).

10. If any check does not meet the Customer Part Specification/Job Requirements, QA (or Plant Manager) is notified and will contact sales with the information.