Columbia Machine Core Grinding Team Members Aaron Jeter
Columbia Machine Core Grinding • Team Members • Aaron Jeter • Jimmie Teague • Leland Rutledge • Travis Huber • Academic Advisor • Dr. C. Wern • Industry Contacts • Mark Stanley • Steve Carter • Greg Smith
Columbia Machine Inc. • Based in Vancouver, Washington • Est. 1937 • World leader and innovator of concrete product equipment • Complete systems
Project Description • Concrete Block Making • Core Bar Assembly • Current Process for Core Manufacturing • Laser Cutting • Forming • Welding • Grinding
Design Requirements • • • Safe Ergonomic Easy to use Repeatable Accurate Adaptable • • • Efficient Life Maintenance Parts Availability Vertical Grind Marks
Concept Design
Ergonomics & Safety • No Operator Interaction with Core While Grinding • Minimal Operator Force Required
Repeatability & Accuracy • Draft is Incorporated in Design • Tolerances Designed to Meet Accuracy Requirements
Adaptability & Vertical Grind Marks • Adjustable Backstop
Ease of Use & Efficiency • Two Handles For A Simple Layout • Acme Threads Lift For Rapid Adjustment
Life, Maintenance & Part Availability • Hardened Steel Construction • Used Common Parts
Conclusion • Design conceptually meets requirements • Working prototype in queue • Team committed to project completion
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