The Customer
A global OEM that specializes in integrated supply and assembly of construction, agricultural, ground maintenance, and industrial vehicle equipment.
Adding Proven Expertise to the Process
By combining a global supply base with hands-on manufacturing expertise, WCI delivers glass assembly solutions that ensure quality, minimize waste, and support both production and aftermarket needs.
Background & Situation
Our customer faced compounding inventory and quality issues related to the handling and assembly of glass parts. These challenges consumed valuable space, increased scrap, and ultimately compromised the performance of the finished product.
- Glass requires specific tooling and technology for handling and assembly
- Valuable factory space was being lost due to glass inventory and line-side assembly
- The glass door on the cab was sagging, causing the vehicle cab to lose its seal after continued use
- Material costs were driven by higher minimum order quantities and factory scrap
WCI Solutions
By introducing state-of-the-art assembly technology for glass adhesion and handling, we freed up critical line-side space and helped eliminate a structural defect for our customer.
- Reduced material cost and supplier complexity through strategic supply chain partnerships
- Triggered/sequenced to production line for just-in-time delivery
- Optimized packaging for production and service use
- Verified quality and performance through end-of-line testing
CASE STUDY RESULTS
Standout Achievements
From recapturing floor space and removing complex assembly to reducing material costs and eliminating factory scrap, our customers reaped the benefits of WCI’s expertise and knowledge of the glass assembly process.
