AW Fraser Workshop & Factory Tour

Join us at AW Fraser for a practical and guided tour through the machined components department, showcasing how one of New Zealand's leading manufacturers and exporters is tackling common production challenges through lean thinking, smart systems, and disciplined processes.

WORKSHOP:

You’ll hear how AW Fraser has focused on reducing downtime, improving changeover times, eliminating unnecessary variations, and ensuring employees have everything they need to succeed from the moment a job begins.

• Creating faster, smarter changeovers

• Standardising processes to remove unnecessary variables

• Improving job readiness through effective planning and preparation

• Leveraging inventory management systems to improve visibility and control

• Embedding lean principles into everyday operations

MACHINED COMPONENTS DEPARTMENT TOUR:

During the guided tour of selected areas of the AW Fraser facility, attendees will see first-hand how lean thinking and operational excellence are embedded into day-to-day manufacturing operations. The tour will showcase:

• Changeover processes designed to minimise downtime and maximise productivity

• Standardised work practices that reduce variability and improve consistency

• Visual management systems that help teams quickly access the information they need

• Inventory management processes that improve material visibility and flow

• Workplace organisation and preparation methods that ensure teams are ready before work begins

Note all visitors will be required to bring a second set of clean, closed toe footwear for the machined components department tour section, which will be taken off after the tour.

LOCATION:

AW Fraser
39 Lunns Road, Christchurch

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Manufacturers, Engineers, Fabricators, Assembly Specialists, Project Managers, Exporters

COST:

Manufacturing Member - Free*

Connect | Thrive | Invest Member - $250+GST

Lite | Non-Member - $300+GST

*Please contact John Hamilton if you are unsure of your Manufacturing Member booking code.

REGISTERING:

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EVENT MANAGER:

Rebecca Golding - [email protected]

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