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We would like to introduce examples of VA/VE proposals regarding cost reduction and improvement of workability. In the manufacturing of machine parts, we provide appropriate drawing instructions for R/C surfaces and implement designs using standard parts for color components in jig design. Even in the production of custom jigs, we adopt off-the-shelf components as much as possible to reduce costs. Additionally, in the fabrication of jigs, we actively use resin to enhance workability, and to improve assembly efficiency, we design with standardized fastening components. 【Overview of Examples】 <Cost Reduction> ■ In machine parts manufacturing, appropriate drawing instructions for R/C surfaces ■ In jig design, we use standard parts for color components ■ Even in the production of custom jigs, we adopt off-the-shelf components as much as possible to reduce costs <Improvement of Workability> ■ In jig fabrication, we actively use resin to enhance workability ■ The base plates of jigs are made lightweight by using aluminum-based materials *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

The three-dimensional measuring machine we possess is equipped in a temperature-controlled room that maintains a temperature of 25±1°C, allowing us to perform measurements of dimensional accuracy and surface roughness. Due to our involvement in customer prototype development, we have high precision requirements for our own products, necessitating quality assurance. As a result, we have established a temperature-controlled room and equipped it with a three-dimensional measuring machine, enabling us to internalize the inspection and quality control processes. This equipment is quite rare for a typical manufacturing industry, and because we possess it and promote our high quality standards, we receive very high evaluations from our customers. 【Features】 ■ Measurement range up to 900mm × 1000mm × mm ■ Measurement error for maximum allowable length is (1.7 + 3L/1000)μm ■ Measurement objects can be up to 80mm in height and 1200kg in weight *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

To improve assembly work efficiency at our company, we would like to introduce a case where fastening components were standardized in design. In the manufacturing of units with a large number of parts, managing designs that require components of the same shape but different sizes becomes challenging, leading to management costs in the assembly process. In our jig manufacturing, we sometimes propose changes to reduce the number of types of components from the design stage and to use common-sized components as much as possible. [Case Overview] ■ Issues - Managing designs that require components of the same shape but different sizes is difficult. - Management costs arise in the assembly process. ■ After Improvement - We may propose changes to reduce the number of types of components from the design stage and to use common-sized components as much as possible. - It is important for designers to consider management costs of components during the design process. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where we achieved weight reduction by using aluminum-based materials for the base plate of a jig. In jig manufacturing, it can be said that base plates are often made from iron-based materials. However, when the size exceeds 1 meter, it becomes difficult to transport them manually. While factories equipped with cranes can handle this, it often poses a problem in terms of workability in development facilities and similar environments. Therefore, although it incurs higher costs, we propose using duralumin for the base, tailored to the specific application and environment. [Case Overview] ■ Challenge: Weight reduction of jig base plates that are difficult to transport manually ■ Proposal: Suggesting a base made of duralumin tailored to the application and environment *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce our examples of VA/VE proposals. Since jigs that can scratch parts are not preferred, when considering the workability of jigs, the key point is how to manufacture jigs that do not damage the workpiece. In our company, we recommend replacing the parts of the jig that come into contact with the workpiece with resin. This makes it difficult to scratch the workpiece and provides excellent processability, allowing for greater design flexibility. [Case Overview] ■ Purpose: Manufacturing jigs that do not scratch the workpiece ■ Proposal: Replace the parts that contact the workpiece with resin *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce examples of our VA/VE proposals. In the production of custom jigs, a bottleneck often arises from the design at the individual component level. For instance, when designing shapes that do not exist in off-the-shelf products, the creation of part drawings, procurement of materials, and machining inevitably lead to increased costs. Therefore, we propose replacing these with off-the-shelf products or standard items from general manufacturers. Components commonly used in jig production, such as screws, clamps, and linear guides, are often most cost-effectively sourced from existing products. [Case Overview] ■ Issues - Designing shapes that do not exist in off-the-shelf products leads to the creation of part drawings, procurement of materials, and machining, which inevitably increases costs. ■ Proposal - Replacement with off-the-shelf products or standard items from general manufacturers. - Clearly define what is necessary for the jig's functionality and how it will be used in the process, and then request it from the jig manufacturer. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce our examples of VA/VE proposals. In a project where we were requested to manufacture parts by a customer, there was a need to produce a color according to the drawings. When we proposed the cost of manufacturing it ourselves, we received feedback that the cost was not feasible. Therefore, we reviewed the materials used when we previously designed and manufactured jigs, and discovered that a color with a similar shape was being produced by a general manufacturer as a standard product. We then made this proposal to the customer. [Case Overview] ■ Issue: Manufacturing the color as a custom part is not cost-effective ■ Proposal: We proposed to the customer that a color with a similar shape is being manufactured by a general manufacturer as a standard product. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce our examples of VA/VE proposals. In the initial design requested by our company, there were multiple hole processing areas and corners, which required multiple gripping changes when considering the relationship between the drill (cutting tool) and the product. This led to an increase in processing man-hours and, consequently, an increase in costs. Therefore, we proposed to consider the processing steps for this product and suggested that R surfaces and C surfaces be added as appropriate. By making these adjustments, cost reductions can be achieved. [Case Overview] ■ Issue: The relationship between the drill (cutting tool) and the product required multiple gripping changes, resulting in increased processing man-hours and higher costs. ■ Proposal: To consider the processing steps and instruct to add R surfaces and C surfaces as appropriate. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.