HGG Case Study | Bassett Mechanical
Achieving Operational Excellence
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About this case
Introduction
Bassett Mechanical serves a diverse range of industries, from food and dairy processing to healthcare, industrial manufacturing, and technology. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, the company sought innovative solutions to meet the increasing demand for pipe fabrication and pressure vessels. To enhance efficiency and accuracy while maintaining cost control, Bassett Mechanical turned to HGG for advanced cutting technology.
1936
Established
Bassett Mechanical
290,000
Square Foot Facility
Bassett Mechanical
2023
Installation date
RPC 1200 Mk3
2024
Installation date
ProCutter 900 RB
Investing in Efficiency and Flexibility
“The only way to grow is to look for a different way to do things, and equipment such as the HGG machine is a really big part of that journey in helping us achieve operational excellence.” says Kim Bassett, CEO and Chairwoman of the Board at Bassett Mechanical. The company has invested in its second generation of HGG machines, reinforcing its belief in the technology’s ability to streamline production. The ProCutter 900 RB was chosen specifically for its rollerbed system, which provides enhanced flexibility and minimizes shop floor disruption. By moving cutting processes outside, Bassett Mechanical has improved workflow efficiency and increased daily job throughput.
The transition to CNC-based fabrication has significantly reduced manual work. “Structural fabrication was the last process that didn’t follow our traditional workflow. Now, with the RPC 1200 Mk3, we can seamlessly transition from design to fabrication without manual intervention,” Bassett explains. The RPC machine enables direct integration with 3D design software, allowing for precise and efficient profiling.
Enhanced Productivity and Accuracy
The HGG machines have transformed Bassett Mechanical’s fabrication process, reducing labor-intensive tasks and improving overall productivity. “Between the structural profiler and the pipe profiler, we’ve cut out a lot of steps, especially for repeat work,” Bassett notes. The company now processes material more quickly, efficiently, and with greater accuracy.
HGG’s commitment to customer support has also been instrumental. “Their service technicians are top-notch, and having a team set up in Texas has greatly improved our communication and response time,” Bassett adds. With remote machine access, troubleshooting is faster, minimizing downtime and keeping production on track.
With an average of 120 fabricators on the shop floor per day, Bassett Mechanical’s investment in HGG technology has led to increased throughput, efficiency, and accuracy. “It’s a decision we’ve never regretted,” Bassett concludes. “Innovation is essential to growth, and HGG has been a vital partner in our journey toward continuous improvement.”
“The only way to grow is to look for a different way to do things, and equipment such as the HGG machine is a really big part of that journey in helping us achieve operational excellence.”
Kim Bassett, CEO and Chairwoman of the Board