Thermoforming Case Study #1 — Cover Assembly
Top 3 Pharma / Diagnostics Company
16 Piece Cover Assembly Transferred from Former Supplier for Manufacturing and Cosmetic Improvement
Multiple Parts Redesigned as Part of Transfer Yielding BOM Savings Sufficient for <12 Month Capital Payback
Eliminated Bonded PVC Blocks by Utilizing Providien Design Concepts
Subsequent Programs Launched Leveraging Providien Design Approach
Removed Costly Painted Sheet Metal Component
Greatly Improved Cosmetics over Prior Design
Substantial Cost Reduction Compared to Prior Platforms through Elimination of Secondary Operations
Part Won Award at SPE Thermoforming Parts Competition
Improved Durability by Utilizing Twin Sheet Thermoforming