At Woodruff Engineering, we pride ourselves on delivering high-performance, custom-built power solutions for our clients. As demand grows and projects scale, so must our production capabilities. That’s why we’re excited to share a behind-the-scenes look at how we’re scaling up batch production of our power supplies – with a targeted production rate of six units per station, per week.
But what does batch production really mean, and why is it a smart move for both us and our customers?
What is Batch Production?
Batch production is a manufacturing method where products are made in groups (or batches) rather than in a continuous stream. This approach allows for greater control, consistency, and flexibility – especially in a high-spec engineering environment like ours.
Each batch moves through the production process as a unit, enabling us to streamline workflows, optimise resources, and ensure every power supply we build meets our exacting standards.
Why We’re Embracing Batch Production
As we scale up, batch production offers some powerful advantages:
1. Efficiency Gains
By grouping similar tasks and components together, our engineers can focus on one stage of the process at a time, increasing speed and reducing the risk of error. This allows us to hit our target of six power supplies per production station, per week, without compromising quality.
2. Higher Quality and Consistency
Standardised processes within each batch mean each unit benefits from the same precision and attention to detail. Any minor adjustments or improvements can be quickly applied across the batch, ensuring consistent output.
3. Reduced Waste
Batch production helps minimise material wastage by enabling bulk ordering, more precise cutting, and less overproduction. That’s good news for our cost base – and even better for the environment.
4. Scalability
As demand grows, we can simply add more production stations or increase batch sizes without needing to overhaul our entire workflow. This flexibility makes us more responsive to customer needs and new project opportunities.
5. Cost Savings for Clients
Increased production efficiency translates into better value for our clients. Batch production helps us reduce lead times and optimise pricing, especially for medium-volume orders where full automation may not be viable.
What’s Next?
Our current goal of six power supplies per production station per week is just the beginning. As we continue to refine our processes and invest in new tooling, we’re paving the way for even higher volumes – all while maintaining the craftsmanship and technical excellence that define Woodruff Engineering.
If you’re looking for a reliable partner for custom-built power supplies – whether for one unit or one hundred – we’d love to hear from you.
