SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Die) Course
This course teaches practical SMED methods to reduce CNC changeover times, covering principles, mapping, optimization, and sustainability for lean manufacturing efficiency.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Die) Course shows you how to cut CNC changeover time with clear, practical methods. Learn SMED principles, map current setups, convert internal steps to external, and apply quick-change fixtures, 5S, and poka-yoke. Build a future-state plan, validate results with time studies and metrics, and sustain gains with standard work, training, and continuous improvement routines.
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Develop skills
- SMED foundations for CNC: apply lean tools to cut setup time fast.
- Changeover mapping: capture, time, and classify every CNC setup step.
- Convert internal to external: preset tools, fixtures, and tasks off-machine.
- Design future-state changeovers: build 20-minute plans with clear roles.
- Sustain gains: pilot, audit, and standardise quick-change methods on the line.
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