Philip,

I know exactly from where you are coming!! Somewhat of the same scenario
here.

We are 'moving' into the SM scene reservedly. I am using the component cost
issue to help support the need to change. Based on two non-scientific,
unprofessional, apples to oranges (OK, OK, just wanted to get the point
across!) comparisons, my survey with vendors two years ago indicated a 15%
price reduction by going to SM components. Another survey I just did
indicated a 25% reduction in cost by moving to SM.

Like I said, this was not a scientific gathering of information, but based
on our parts this increase in reduction means the pricing trend is moving in
a direction that we should consider.

From the department of 'For What it is Worth', digest in good health!

Richard Hamilton
Clemar Mfg. / Rain Bird
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Philip Poling [SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: Tuesday, May 02, 2000 5:47 AM
> To:   [log in to unmask]
> Subject:      [TN] Cost Reductions from Converting to SMT
>
> Greetings TechNetters,
>
> I'm trying to justify changing some of our circuit assemblies from THT to
> SMT.
> They go into a 40 Ton vehicle, so saving weight or space isn't enough
> justification.  I need to be able to show that, at least in some cases,
> you can
> reduce the cost of a circuit assembly by converting it to SMT.  For my
> justification, I need to find some examples of how other companies have
> actually
> reduced the cost of a circuit assembly by converting it to SMT.
>
> Have any of you gone through this process and actually reduced the cost of
> a
> circuit assembly?  Was the savings significant?  Have any of you written
> any
> articles or reports that you could share?  Or, has anyone read any
> articles or
> books on the subject?
>
> I'd appreciate receiving any information and examples you have.  Exact
> figures
> are not required, just ballpark estimates of cost savings would be very
> helpful.
>
>
> Thanks,
>
> Phil Poling
> United Defense
> 4800 East River Road
> Fridley, MN 55421-1498
> 612-572-6533
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