VABO wishes to reduce the production cost off 1 of their semi-standard products. The goal is to reduce the cost by 40% or more. This can be done by modifying the production method, choosing different materials and/or reducing

Education level:

HBO

Within the project the student(s) will have to investigate the following:

  • Investigate which processes/components are eligible for cost reduction
  • Redesign processes/components
  • Update CaseMaster (VABO ERP-system) to implement changes to product
  • Make detailed cost comparison with traditional methods

VABO states that the outcome of the project has to meet the following requirements:

  • Cost reduction of complete door by 40% or more
  • No implications on quality/performance
  • For new components/processes, complete supply chain mapped out fully integrated in CaseMaster

Practical Information:

VABO supervisor: Dennis Bezema (engineering), dennis@vabocomposites.com