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Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. Work Hard = Play Hard
Clearwater, FL, January 2, 2023 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, had a company party at a Tampa Bay Rays game to show appreciation to all the employees for their hard work.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. incorporates ECi Software Solutions
Clearwater, FL, January 2, 2023 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, announced that it has recently purchased a system designed to plan manufacturing production.
The MRP system referred to as ECi JobBoss² is a comprehensive business management system that identifies necessary materials, estimates quantities, determines when materials will be required to meet the production schedule, and manages delivery timing – with the goal of meeting demands and improving overall productivity.
Daniel Redmond, Jr., President of Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., stated, “In the past, MRP software was just too expensive for a small business to implement but because of companies like ECi the JobsBoss 2 software has become an indispensable tool for our company. It helps with every aspect of running our business in the most efficient way possible”.
MRP data can now be stored in a cloud and accessed from anywhere there is the internet. Therefore, the need for an in-house IT department has faded, making these systems more affordable for small business owners. Ayanna can now more efficiently cut down on waste, utilize everyone’s time in the most efficient way possible, as well as help contribute to overall sustainable growth.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. adds Makino SST FE3 CNC Machine to Tool Shop
Clearwater, FL, August 26, 2022 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, announced that it has recently purchased a new injection-molding press machine.
Makino’s SST FE3 CNC machine features an innovative design that brings new capabilities to general-purpose EDM Drilling applications.
The machine utilizes a semi-submerged mode of operation that submerges the bottom 1-inch of the work piece to aid in debris evacuation, reduce water spray or splashing, and provides more stable break-thru machining.
A full-function water reservoir unit is standard and contains a Wire EDM type filter and its own di-ionization system to maintain the water quality level.
The SST FE3 CNC machine uses a 15″ Touch Screen Windows based control system that contains many helpful canned cycle functions for part setup and operation. The control additionally allows the direct importing of CAD DXF files for programming or can run a Wire EDM program where the machine automatically reads the AWT Thread Points as Drill Points to produce start holes for Wire EDM parts.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. adds Makino EDGE2i to Tool Shop
Clearwater, FL, August 26, 2022 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, announced that it has recently purchased a new injection-molding press machine.
The EDGE2i machine brings an effective combination of high performance and versatility to Sink EDM operations. The EDGEi-Series machines are configured with many productive technologies to efficiently handle any task and utilize the latest SuperSpark4 and IES (Intelligent Expert System) technologies. These advanced technologies provide intelligent adaptive power and jump controls to stabilize the EDM machining process and minimize electrode wear, and to drive optimum part quality results. The machine also features the leading-edge SuperSurface and SuperEdge generator technologies that produce uniform surface finish and metallurgical quality that are free from defects such as pin holes or pitting.
The EDGEi-Series machines utilize a compact and space-savings design that incorporates the di-electric reservoir into the base casting, which improves thermal stability, and is standard with a di-electric chiller unit. Machine positional accuracy is improved and maintained with the stationary worktable construction, and excellent work zone access is provided to the operator with a 4-sided programmable rise and fall work tank. The ATC (Automatic Tool Change) system is integrated into the machine structure and is located underneath the X and Y axes and provides extended unattended machine operation. The EDGE2i is configured for safe and reliable unattended operation and is equipped standard with an integrated Flame Sensor and Fire Suppression system.
Tammy Redmond Vice President of Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., stated, “This is the latest new investment we have made in our company to ensure our customers receive only the highest in quality product. This is Ayanna’s 2nd Makino CNC EDM machine allowing greater capacity and efficiency”.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. adds Toshiba EC250SXIII to Production Line
Clearwater, FL, July 2, 2022 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, announced that it has recently purchased a new injection-molding press machine.
The latest addition to Toshiba’s popular all-electric ECSX series offers molders greater versatility and performance in a streamlined frame design. It features a re-engineered clamping system, faster injection speeds, quick-change removable platens and more. The latest in Toshiba’s user-friendly Injectvisor series, the V70 offers more memory, graphics, and customizable inputs than previous models, along with sequences that are easier to configure.
Ayanna Plastics has injection-molding presses ranging in size from 50 tons to 610 tons, giving them the capability to serve a wide variety of markets and industries.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc.’s. participated with Pinellas County Schools to offer a summer apprenticeship to high school student Jacob Lewis.
Clearwater, FL, June 1, 2022 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, announced the conclusion of a summer long apprenticeship with a member of the Dixie M. Hollins Highschool Machining Program.
Dixie Hollins Highschool offers a program for students to prepare for potential employment as entry level machinist, lathe operators, grinding operators, EDM basic programmers, CNC basic programmers, and tool makers.
Ayanna partnered with this program to give students a chance to put what they are learning in the program into action in an actual tool shop and learn more about what the field is all about. Tammy Redmond Vice President of Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., stated, “Exposing young people to what it is we do is the future of this industry. Most kids want to be doctors, lawyers, athletes etc but they don’t really think about our field. While all those careers offer great paths to take, we also think it’s important to expose young people to this industry so they can pursue these opportunities if they choose”.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. adds Toshiba EC200SXIII to Production Line
Clearwater, FL, April 14, 2022 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, announced that it has recently purchased a new injection-molding press machine.
With the EC200SXIII All-Electric Injection Molding Machine, molders get an all-electric injection molding machine that delivers fast injection speeds and dry cycle times, ensures longer mold life, and provides more uniform clamping force, for greater productivity, flexibility, and versatility, job after job.
Ayanna Plastics has injection-molding presses ranging in size from 50 tons to 610 tons, giving them the capability to serve a wide variety of markets and industries.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. adds Toshiba EC200SXII to Production Line
Clearwater, FL, May 25, 2019 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, announced that it has recently purchased a new injection-molding press machine.
The latest addition to Toshiba’s popular ECSX series offers us greater versatility and performance in a streamlined frame design. It features a re-engineered clamping system, faster injection speeds, quick-change removable platens and more. This machine gives Ayanna the capability of faster cycle times as well as increased precision and efficiency. This increases Ayanna production capacity making Ayanna more competitive.
Ayanna Plastics has injection-molding presses ranging in size from 50 tons to 610 tons, giving them the capability to serve a wide variety of markets and industries.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. Free Face Mask Extenders to Essential Workers
Clearwater, FL, April 27, 2020 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, announced that it has given free mask extenders to essential workers.
With the focus on wearing face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic, people often experience irritation and discomfort behind their ears with extended wear. As a solution to this Ayanna Plastics & Engineering is offering a facemask strap extender for those essential workers on the frontlines. The extender helps pull the mask straps away from the ears. Simply attach the loops of your facemask to each side of the extender to allow for a comfortable yet secure fit.
- Four notches on each side allow for an adjustable fit
- Material is flexible and can be worn in any location
- Medical grade material allows for frequent cleaning
For a limited time, these are available at no cost to essential workers, courtesy of your friends at Ayanna Plastics & Engineering.
The extenders can be ordered by emailing tammy@ayannaplastics.com. The orders will be prepared for pick up immediately.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. How we are using SolidWorks to improve our everyday commitment to our customers.
Clearwater, FL, August 7, 2018– Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., an innovative systematic injection molding company, that provides the best quality alongside the best service. One of the ways we ensure our core values of quality, service and quick turn around time is our advanced understanding and in-depth use of Solidworks.
SolidWorks is an advanced computer programming software that eliminates the long expensive testing phase.Our mold designers love SolidWorks because it can easily produce preliminary and production designs that work properly with minimal testing along with unmatched convenience. With the use of SolidWorks mold flow we are able to identify and eliminate errors before they even occur in the production phase. The mold flow program is an essential part of satisfying our customers by calculating run time, cooling time as well as providing a mold base, ejector, slider, lifter, feed and mold layout designs without producing a single piece of plastic. The other use that SolidWorks has proven to improve efficiency is the program which calculates the warp of the part and how to eliminate it by simulating complete injection-molding process. This includes the calculations of temperature distribution during the entire process. Intricate designs have never been so easy to design and produce, projects that could take days just testing now are cut down to a matter of hours with the use of SolidWorks.
Daniel Redmond, Jr., President of Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., stated, “Thanks to solidworks there is never guessing what the part will do once it has been molded, we are provided with flow rates, temperature and pressure values. With this program we have resulted in less waste, less time for development as well as the most efficient and cost-effective production rates.”
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. adds EC85SXII Machine to Production Line
Clearwater, FL, June 22, 2017 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, announced that it has recently purchased a new injection-molding press machine.
The 85-ton All-Electric Toshiba EC85SXII improves shot-to-shot repeatability throughout the processing cycle. This press makes Ayanna more competitive and increases the shop’s flexibility without investing in new equipment. With quicker changeovers, Ayanna can be online and molding faster than ever before. Daniel Redmond, Jr., President of Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., stated, “This additional equipment complements our growth plans for Ayanna which began with certification to ISO 13485:2003 earlier this year. Our focus this year is on technology and quality. We want our customers and future customers to know that we are fully committed to meeting their exact quality requirements while offering the most competitive prices possible.”
With the addition of the new press, Ayanna Plastics now has injection-molding presses ranging in size from 50 tons to 400 tons, giving them the capability to serve a wide variety of markets and industries.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. Receives ISO 13485:2003 Certification
Clearwater, FL, June 19, 2017 – Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., a creative solutions-driven injection molding company, recently announced that it has received ISO 13485:2003 certification.
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is the world’s largest developer and publisher of international standards for the implementation of quality management systems. ISO 13485:2003 requires a manufacturer to demonstrate a comprehensive and compliant quality management system suitable for the design and manufacturing of medical devices. This achievement indicates that Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. meets the highest standards required of quality management in the medical industry of medical devices.
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc. has been ISO 9001 certified since 2010 and differentiates itself as an injection molder who can support the diverse demands of the medical market. With engineering expertise in complex molding which includes insert molding and overmolding, Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc has manufactured medical products for Fortune 500 companies and inventors. Daniel Redmond, Jr. President of Ayanna Plastics & Engineering, Inc., stated “ISO 13485 is simply the affirmation of our commitment to customer quality and service and positions Ayanna for further expansion in the medical device component marketplace.”
Ayanna Plastics Wins 2015 Plastics News’ Best Places to Work
Ayanna Plastics & Engineering was recently named as one of the Plastics News’ Best Places to Work. This program was created by Plastics News and Best Companies Group.
Clearwater, Florida March 11, 2015 – This survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best employers in the plastics industry, benefiting the economy, workforce, and businesses in the United States and Canada. The list is made up of 10 companies.
To be considered for participation, companies had to fulfill the following eligibility requirements:
- Be a for-profit, not-for-profit business or government entity;
- Be a publicly or privately held business;
- Have a facility in the United States or Canada;
- Have a minimum of 15 employees working in the United States or Canada;
- Must be in business a minimum of one year;
- Must derive at least 50% of revenue from plastics-related operations;
Must be one of the following:
- Plastics Processor
- Plastics Recycler
- Plastics Compounder
- Plastics Mold/Toolmaker
- Plastics Industry Supplier - Non Processor
- Plastics Distributor/Fabricator
Companies from across the United States and Canada entered the two-part survey process to determine the Plastics News’ Best Places to Work. The first part consisted of evaluating each nominated company’s workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems, and demographics. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure the employee experience. The combined scores determined the top companies and the final ranking. Best Companies Group managed the overall registration and survey process, analyzed the data, and determined the final rankings.
Plastics News honored all the winners and revealed the final rankings in a special ceremony at the Plastics News Executive Forum on February 4 at the Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa in NV.
The actual rankings were published on February 23, 2015, by Plastics News.
For more information on the Plastics News’ Best Places to Work program, visit www.BestPlacestoWorkPlastics.com.
Please visit www.plasticsnews.com starting on February 9, 2015, for coverage of the event and award winners. https://www.plasticsnews.com/article/20150303/NEWS/150309978/best-places-to-work-no-4-ayanna-plastics-engineering-inc
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