LETTER RE ABLE TO TELL YOU THE RESULTS OF EVALUATING YOUR SUGGESTION NO. xxxx CONCERNING A SIMPLIFICATION OF FORM CUTTING SEGMENTS

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0001418453
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June 22, 2015
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December 31, 2008
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F-2007-00327
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April 16, 1968
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(bl61 (b131 (b121 APPROVED FOR RELEASE DATE: 10-Nov-2008 We are now able to tell you the results of evaluating your Suggestion No. concerning a simplification of form cutting segments. The Suggestion Awards Committee approved an interim award of $50 in April 1968. The award, less withholding taxes, will be deposited in your regular salary on or about 15 May 1968. The Committee will review your suggestion again in about a year to determine if there will be any added value. The Committee appreciates your demonstrated initiative in participating in the Suggestion Awards Program. Please continue to send us your constructive ideas. Sincerely, Executive Secretary Suggestion Awards Committee CD ~L CD o CD C7 G CD v p ~+ CD CL T m co'Aas Syr Action T.. For A Sug,~ 0~ ~?~~q+ /q pin .?9 ~!~ 20% :%;.33 T t)-l""K IT O OR XB0U.1 k+:id.3A h.E For E le 15249m, lilt) L 10-t-00 kip: ;OU? CO!,t id-IS T ION .~' l ID TA.,, DIVISVON CO Sea FU iSTAFF esa4.} Tl.u', f~'i,l,a. > L.3a~ . ^ ^ ^ SUGGESTION AWARDS COMMITTEE SPECIAL PANEL OF THE CLANDESTINE SERVICES MEETING, 28 March 1968 SUGGESTION NO. dated 27 June 1967 CARANCI, John C., GS-11 Technologist Clandestine Services) SUBJECT: ,I I Making Machine A. Summary of Suggestion 1. Background Two rubber torque spindles located on the cutter set-up assembly of the key making machine were designed to transfer the cutter segments in alignment with segments located in set-up block. This is done by using a sharp with the other han . 2. Suggestion The suggester proposed that the be removed from the cutter set-up assembly. The operator then transfers form segments into appropriate keyway slots of a sample key using a sharp pick. Segment tightening screws are tightened and the key set-up block placed in position with the cutter spindles by pushing on rear of cutter blades. Cutter blade segments can then be transferred into alignment with the key set-up block segments. said that machines (cos_______ each) have been shipped to major field stations with the modifications as recommended by the suggester. All future key machines will incorporate the suggester's proposal. 2. By removing the torque spindle and associated cutter and blade holders a total ofE] pieces can be omitted from future key machines. Also the possibility of error is lessened in adjusting the cutter blades and less time is required to set-up the machine. C. Special Panel Recommendations 1. Not in line of duty. Modification of equipment is beyond' Mr. Caranci's job expectancy. 2. $50 Interim Award. Review after one year to determine possible added value when key machines are re-ordered. D. Decision of the Chairman, Suggestion Awards Committee Approved Awa r d Disapproved Date ttooert a es Chairman Suggestion Awards Committee