CRIBWISE
What is CRIBWISE?
CRIBWISE is a tool management system for the machining industry designed to manage CNC machining cutting tools, consumables, and their related inventories. The system combines physical tool dispensing solutions with management software, giving machine shops centralized control over tool availability, usage, and inventory levels.
CRIBWISE is part of the Sandvik Group and is therefore in the same industrial family as Sandvik Coromant, Walter Tools, and Seco Tools.
CRIBWISE in Machine Shop Tool Management
Traditionally, tool management in machine shops has focused on ensuring that needed tools don't run out during production. CRIBWISE expands this perspective by integrating tool management directly with production planning and CNC machining requirements. The system not only tracks inventory quantities but also provides valuable data on tool usage and consumption to support decision-making in the shop.
CRIBWISE and Tool Dispensing Solutions
CRIBWISE works as a management system for various physical tool dispensing solutions, such as locked tool cabinets, automated dispensers, and drawer systems. In these setups, machinists pick up tools or consumables directly from the dispenser, and the transaction is logged automatically. This enhances tool traceability and enables consumption tracking by machine, job, or cost center.
Tool suppliers within the Sandvik Group, such as Sandvik Coromant, Walter Tools, and Seco Tools, offer tool solutions that can be integrated as part of the CRIBWISE-managed environment in machine shops.
CRIBWISE and Predictive Tool Management
CRIBWISE supports predictive tool management by leveraging usage and consumption data. The system enables shops to forecast upcoming tool needs, identify abnormal consumption, and reduce production downtime caused by tool shortages or wear. Tool management shifts from a reactive process towards proactively supporting production.
CRIBWISE and Production Data
Tool management is based on data collected by CRIBWISE from multiple sources, such as CNC programs, manufacturing execution systems, tool presetters, and historical usage and maintenance information. When actual tool usage is known, shops can appropriately size inventory and purchases to match real production needs.
CRIBWISE and Integration with Other Systems
CRIBWISE is designed to integrate seamlessly with other systems in the machine shop environment. It can be connected with ERP systems for procurement and cost tracking, as well as manufacturing execution systems for production planning. Additionally, CRIBWISE can be integrated with digital tool data management systems like Toolhive, ensuring consistent technical data, item numbers, and structures throughout the shop’s processes.
CRIBWISE and Inventory Optimization
CRIBWISE includes functions for optimizing tool and consumable stock levels. The system analyzes usage and recommends inventory quantities based on production needs. This helps shops reduce tied-up capital and prevent overstocking, without compromising tool availability for CNC machining.
Summary
CRIBWISE is a tool management system for the machining industry, combining physical tool dispensing solutions, software-based management, and integration with other production systems. As a Sandvik Group solution, it helps machine shops take a proactive approach to tool management, inventory optimization, and improving CNC machining production reliability.
