Karl W. Schmidt & Associates, Inc., is a global leader in the design, engineering, and manufacture of custom recycling systems. Through its focus on innovation, the company has grown steadily and now serves clientsin more
than 35 countries. In addition to supplying state-of-the-art recycling systems and equipment, Karl Schmidt Associates helps its customers operate more efficiently by providing strategic insights on recycling trends and technologies

Case Highlights

The Client

Company: Karl W. Schmidt & Associates, Inc.
Headquarters: Commerce City, Colorado, USA
Industry: Recycling Machinery and Equipment

The Challenge

Accelerate the transition from design to manufacturing – including nesting, production planning, and machining – to speed up the manufacture and delivery of customized recycling systems and equipment, while simultaneously reducing design and production costs and compressing the engineering effort required.

The Solution

Add NESTINGWorks 3D nesting software and CAMWorks 3D CNC software solutions to its integrated SOLIDWORKS design and production environment.

The Results

• Shortened conveyor production time from two weeks to three days.
• Cut scrap volume by 30 to 40 percent.
• Reduced pricing substantially.