Wertanalyse-Praxis für Konstrukteure

The book shows the theory and practice of value analysis in the design and "factory process". The procedure according to the latest DIN standards as well as the VDI guidelines of the VDI Value Analysis Center is presented. In addition to simple guideline examples, WA and some supplementary auxiliary techniques are practiced on the basis of three more extensive case studies from industry. Contents: - Prehistory - Perspectives of WA application - Opportunities with WA - Fields of application of WA - Necessities for WA work - WA moderation - The system "value analysis" - Functions - Formation of focal points - Fulfilling customer requirements - Target-oriented cost reduction - Target-related WA work plans - Guiding example product WA - WA work plan structure - Short calculation procedures - Reverse engineering and benchmarking - Interaction WA with QE strategies - Overhead cost value analysis - Application of creative techniques.