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Value Management

Finding values, developing values

Even efficient and ›lean‹ planned processes are subject to continuous review in order to identify potential for improvements. VA/VE, or value management, is a very effective method that we use to optimize technology, processes, and costs. In the efficiency- and quantity-oriented automotive industry, VA/VE projects have been part of our daily work for many decades. But we also achieve competitive advantages for our customers in the furniture industry, for household appliances, and applications in smart homes through process changes, product developments, material substitutions, or the use of new processes.

VA/VE has many faces for us. We use very different tools depending on the production technology, application, and customer requirements. As a result, the potential savings we identify also vary. In the seat analysis, we achieve a cost reduction of at least 10 percent upon initial consideration. When substituting pure metal components with injection molding, the savings vary significantly, ranging from five to 30 percent.

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Value analysis at OKE

Simulations

We use our simulation software for plastic injection molding to test filling, cooling, shrinkage, and warpage. We compare different materials, optimize part designs, and eliminate weak points such as filling problems, air inclusions, weld lines, or shrinkage and warpage problems.

Component optimization

In addition to simulations, there are a whole range of other options for improving components. We go through the requirements for a product together with the customer, discussing tolerances and load capacities. Together, we often find untapped potential for greater efficiency.

Classic approaches include reducing the thickness of sheet metal by incorporating beads into stamped part geometries and using fiber-filled materials instead of (aluminum) die-casting.

Process optimization

We always keep an eye on the entire manufacturing and distribution process. Optimizations can include, for example, switching to smaller or larger machines, changing or automating assembly steps, reducing the number of components through standardization, relocating production for shorter logistics, and much more.

Seat analysis

In the extrusion of profiles for vehicle seats, we use, for example, laser technology for seam markings and complex geometries to simplify processing. We replace expensive materials with cheaper ones, take recyclability into account, and combine several components into a single piece. We also work practically on the sample seat to test handles and sewing processes.

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Key data

OKE worldwide

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2.000

Employees

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10

Locations worldwide

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17

Sole proprietorship

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274

million euros turnover

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>200

Injection molding machines

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185

Extrusion lines

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own

Mechanical engineering

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highest

Quality of processes and products