Industrial Design Engineering

Bachelor Assignment

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Langeveld, P.H. (Pim)

Reducing damage to prefab metal products

At: BouwMetaal B.V.

Bouwmetaal wishes to reduce damage to the surface of the prefab metal products they produce, transport, and mount. The high-quality metals have a smooth surface finish or coating, which is vulnerable to scratches. The project process of Bouwmetaal was mapped, causes and consequences of damage incidents were investigated, and stakeholders were engaged in the research. Sliding of products during transport is the main cause of damage with most severe consequences.

Insights were condensed into a list of practical- and functional requirements and wishes.

Bouwmetaal is recommended to use anti-slip mats and product separators and encourage employees to improve the protection of products. This includes the advice to clarify responsibility of protecting the material during each step in the production process, and for the driver to adhere to transportation guidelines.

Exam date: 15-02-2022