Tom, You've recieved some good feedback so far... keep in mind that both models of machines you have utilize a 4x40 configuration. This allows for even greater flexibility if your jobs are small enough. We also offer Dual Track Feeders to shrink the size of your set-ups, especially if they only partially overflow into the next carriage.
We have some basic times study charts that we can discuss with you to determine if fixed family set-ups make more sense for you than complete changeovers. It's probably always a moving target although, and you need to decide on either a consistent strategy (easier but not always as efficient) or one that changes daily based on your # of changes and volumes. What might be right today, may not be right tomorrow.
If you have any further questions please feel free to contact me to discuss more details about your situation and how we can improve your utilization.
Regards, Todd Vick, HSP Product Specialist Universal Instruments
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