Machine Utilization
Performance
Machine Utilization
The proportion of available machine time that is used for productive work.
Examples
- 01Machine utilization of the 5-axis milling centre is only 61 % of available time, although it is the most expensive machine in the shop.
- 02The weekly review shows machine utilization by shift and reveals that the machine often waits for CNC programmes or fixtures.
- 03Preparing programmes and fixtures a day in advance raises machine utilization to 75 %, and the level holds for three months.