CPS TECH ®
Increase your competitiveness with CPS®TECH SETTING THE STANDARD
WÜRTH ENGINEERING SERVICES
CPS®TECH is an integral component of our service offering to find the best and most cost-effective C-parts solutions for our customers. Despite their relatively low piece price, assembly components are a vital portion of the total bill of materials.
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Our team of engineers has helped many of our customers reduce assembly costs, reduce cycle times, consolidate part numbers and improve product design. To truly benefit from Würth’s vast expertise with assembly components, our engineers should be involved in all stages of the design and manufacturing process. Our engineers are here for you as a resource to help save you time and money and to improve your overall processes.
Dedicated Engineer Print Reviews & Verification Process Parts Consolidation & Standardization REACH, RoHS, & ELV Assistance Würth Fastener Academy Design Assistance (incl. CAD) VA/VE Cost Savings Initiatives Product Tear-Downs Material and Plating Evaluation Access to IFI Technology Connection
VALUE ADDED SERVICES are Würth’s commitment through our CPS®TECH engineering assistance program. Our team of dedicated, experienced engineers will work with you to develop solutions to meet your needs and improve your production processes. Our engineering support team will conduct assembly line reviews and product tear downs, as well as identify critical assembly operations and tooling alternatives.
Conceptual Stage
Assist in Production
CPS®TECH
Support Throughout Product Life-Cycle Post Production Provide Tear Down & Analysis
WÜRTH FASTENER ACADEMY The objective of Würth Fastener Academy is to provide customers with support information and knowledge to help answer the complex questions that arise on a daily basis when dealing with a broad spectrum of fasteners.
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The Fastener Academy targets not only engineering, but also purchasing, quality and production. The academy has three levels: basic, advanced and expert. ENGINEERING NETWORK With CPS®TECH, you will have a lead engineer overseeing your processes and access to our national network of engineers providing you a wealth of knowledge and expertise. CPS®TECH focuses on reducing waste, eliminating errors and helping you increase competitiveness by driving the cost out of the supply chain. Our mission is finding the best and most cost-effective C-parts solutions for you!
Prototype, R&D
Supply Samples & Assist in Lot Development
Production
Observe Assembly & Installation
The basic modules comprise information about materials, grades, plating, assembly, fastener standards, etc. and are usually taught on the customer’s premises. The advanced and expert modules target engineering and quality and focus on very special topics such as RoHS, REACH, torque tension, etc. Often these courses will be held at a Würth location. IFI TECHNOLOGY CONNECTION (ITC) gives you access to: • Fastener Technical Data • Chemical Requirements • Fastener Weights • Raw Material Conversions • Hardness Converter • Technical Bulletins • Technical Assistance • Locking Performance
For more information on the advantages of our CPS®TECH value added engineering services, contact your Würth representative and find out how we can help you. Würth Industry of North America, www.wurthindustry.com, 1-877-99WÜRTH