Jointed Expert Teardown Partnership Toward a Lean Product

The Korean customer is an electrical manufacturer that produces high-voltage devices, low-voltage devices, transformers, switchboards, PLCs, inverters, and automation devices. With the highest market share in the Korean circuit breaker industry, this manufacturer has established a remarkable sales record, reflecting their strong presence and success in the market.

Opportunity

By collaborating with our R&D team, the customer was presented with a range of our engineering services, designed to enhance productivity and achieve cost savings. As a result of this engagement and an Expert Teardown, the customer was able to identify areas in their current circuit breaker model that could benefit from improvement.

Challenge

Bossard proposed three solutions based on a TCO report. These solutions encompass eliminating the Loctite application line, optimizing machining parts, and providing guidance on the optimal boss design for the integration of the new spiral cutting screw into vibration testing. With the implementation of Bossard's Expert Design, customers gain the opportunity to significantly enhance the quality of their end products in a lasting manner. This comprehensive service offers valuable recommendations on materials, assembly conditions, and prototyping, empowering customers to achieve improved product outcomes.

Actions taken

Through frequent visits and engineering interactions, we gained customer trust and conducted a technical seminar to train their engineers. To enhance design efficiency and minimize risks, we implemented thread-forming screws and clarified the superior performance of ecosyn®-plast compared to self-tapping screws, resolving product failures effectively.

Customer benefits

By eliminating the requirement for Loctite auto-apply and mitigating issues related to loosening, the customer can enjoy a substantial 35% reduction in Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).