This presentation will provide you our history and depth of knowledge and experience that has mostly centered around the auto industry.
However, I\'m currently developing a new presentation that focuses on my goals and approach, as mentioned in my profile, that specifically focuses and supports the "Outdoor Products - Hunting, Fishing, Camping and Sporting Goods" markets.
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In His Outdoors,
M.Kirby
3. PGK Engineering Group
Overview & History
The PGK Engineering Group is a culmination of over 35 years
experience in the automotive and transportation, consumer goods and
commercial markets.
The PGK Engineering Group specializes in product analysis, design &
manufacturing engineering, program management, tooling, fixtures,
and technology management.
Utilizing innovation, advanced technologies, and a global resource
pool, the PGK Engineering Group is able to transform a product from
concept-to-market while reducing cost and timing.
Global and low cost country capabilities are offered through
collaborative partnerships with companies in the USA, Asia Pacific,
Australia, Europe, India and Mexico.
Lead by CEO Patrick Kirby, the PGK Team is comprised of highly skilled
individuals experienced in global management & technical services.
Patrick Kirby was also the founder and President of Megatech Engineering
(1985), $80M/800 employees. Partner and VP within Becker Group, $1.2
billion sales globally. In 1997, Patrick sold his shares to Becker Group and
founded PGK Engineering.
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4. Mission and Strategy
Our Mission
Our Mission is to develop long-term relationships with our Clients and
Employees based on Integrity, Trust and Commitment.
Our Strategy
Deliver efficient and cost effective solutions to our Clients.
Service our Clients through continuous innovation.
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7. Summary of Services
Tooling, Mold & Fixture Services
Product Analysis
LCC Tooling
Intelligent Benchmarking
Large Tonnage Tooling (North America)
Quality and Perception Studies
Flexible & Reconfigurable Automation
Advanced Thermal Technology – Fast4M
Program Management
Tooling Feasibility
Full integration of the product
development cycle. Our engineering
Technology Management
management experts utilize proven
Client representation in product, technical,
techniques to deliver cost effective
program management, sales and marketing.
methods from concept to launch.
Manufacturing Engineering Services
Design & Engineering Services
Industrial Engineering/Facilities Planning
Product Development
Lean Manufacturing
Engineering Services
Supplier Quality Development Services
Engineering & Design Facilities,
On-site, Client Site and Low Cost
Staffing Services
Country
Full range of solutions including contract,
CAD Design Services
direct placement and master vendor services.
Advanced Product Development
Services
Training Development
Computer Aided Engineering Services Customized training services.
Technology leader in software
Specializing in Design Optimization Collaborative Partnerships
Providing our Clients with strategic
Competitive Cost Engineering &
Design Facilities services and cost competitive solutions.
Competitive Global Solutions
Low-cost Country Capabilities
Minority Content Solutions
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8. Product Analysis
A unique service in Product Analysis. We support the global automotive market with
solutions to improve product quality.
Intelligent Benchmarking Services
Competitive Analysis
Quality and Perception Studies
Our approach is designed to predict consumer satisfaction, is based on Design for Six
Sigma (DFSS) Best practice.
Define – select a competitive set to research
Measure – benchmark those factors critical to product success
Analyze – investigate results to determine best in class characteristics
Improve – make target recommendations to ensure success
Control – provide an independent perspective throughout development
Experts in Product transformation, innovation and optimization, our goal is to
provide decision support to our Clients while controlling cost and delivering innovation.
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9. Program Management
Value-added and cost-efficient design engineering and development services
utilizing proven program management techniques.
Proven techniques to create efficient and cost effective methods to fully integrate the
product development cycle.
Dedicated and experienced management team for full integration of the product
design/engineering, tooling and manufacturing.
Design resource and timing controls with “buy-off”
Financial planning and tracking
Engineering/design change management (to target)
Full support of our customer from concept through launch
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11. D&E “Fixed Fee” Program
Experience
RECENT - INTERIOR ENGINEERING / DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS:
GMT 360 Cockpit (Saab) Tier One Supplier
*GMT 900 Base/Premium Cockpit Tier One Supplier
GMX 384 Cockpit Tier One Supplier
GMT 361/362 Cockpit Tier One Supplier
GMT 360 Next Gen Cockpit Tier One Suppler
GMX 386 Cockpit Tier One Supplier
PAST - INTERIOR ENGINEERING / DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS:
F Car GM Mid-Size
W Car (3 Vehicles) GM Mid-Size
W Car EWO Group GM Mid-Size
U Van (2 Vehicles) GM Mid-Size
GMX 120 GM Small Car
GMS 130 GM Small Car
P90 GM Small Car
J Body GM Small Car
N Body GM Small Car
W220 Mercedes
Mitsubishi Nedcar (Netherlands)
GM Corvette 215 / XLR 245 Interior Tier One Supplier
*GM Epsilon 380/381 I/P/ Console (4) Tier One Supplier
GM Epsilon Rear Package Shelf Tier One Supplier
Nissan TK Console Tier One Supplier
Nissan X11C Cockpit Tier One Supplier
Dodge AN / DN Chrysler
Chrysler Prowler Chrysler
Saturn 315 SUV I/P Saturn
Prostar 190/205 Mastercraft Boats
Mitsubishi ST24 / ST22 Tier One Supplier
PAST - SHEET METAL ENGINEERING / DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS:
F Car - Front Suspension GM Mid-Size
GMX 120 - Body Closures GM Small Car
GMX 130 - Body Closures GM Small Car
P90 -Body Closures GM Small Car
J Body- Body Closures GM Small Car
N Body - Body Closures GM Small Car
C Body/Modular Cassette Door System GM Cadillac
300E-Class Cabrio Mercedes
Full Exterior B/W & Convertible Linkage Mercedes
Innovate 2902 - Body Closures Opel / Saturn
959 – Quarter Panel Porsche
989 – Fascias – Front & Rear Lights Porsche
Cabrio - “A” - Pillar & Windshield Audi
Corvette / XLR Door Beam Tier One Supplier
Epsilon Component Structure Tier One Supplier
* Cockpit & Interior Systems Awards
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14. Computer Aided Engineering
Technology leader in CAD / CAE software tools aimed at reducing the
development time.
High-end CAE consulting provider specializing in Design Optimization.
Competitive costs engineering and design services out of India, Europe and the
United States.
Products and Services
Meshworks Morpher and Sculptor.
Product Design services using CAD tools such as Catia V4&V5, UG, Ideas and Pro-E.
CAE analysis including Crash & Safety, NVH, Durability, CFD.
Full vehicle / sub system design optimization.
Advantages
Parametric FEA modeling technology reduces the dependence of CAD during
engineering changes.
Proprietary Morphing technology helps customers utilize surrogate FE data and new
CAD data to offer early design input.
Designing with the use of high fidelity models and methods.
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16. Tooling, Mold and Fixtures
A select group of experienced manufacturing and tool engineers dedicated to the
success of “blending” the best of North America and low cost country (LCC) capabilities
to deliver an array of tooling and product services.
Summit Plastic Molds- Injection Molds, LLC Tooling & Fixtures
Aark / Aar-Kel – Injection Molds
Industrial Automation – Flexible Assembly
Globe Tech / E&E Manufacturing – Metal dies globally
Fast4m Thermal Technology
Complete Prototype with Paragon
Tooling Feasibility
Global Full Service Program Support
Concept to market full program management support. Experienced in delivering full
service programs in multi-country launches with a multitude of tooling, automation and
fixtures.
Example:
Nissan X11C – Design – Prototypes – Tooling – Automation in 16 months
from concept design in Japan to delivery of tools in Mexico
Advantages
4 continents of capability
Unique flexible automation provides reduced capital outlay and recyclable
automation cells.
Full service engineering support from design to launch – with cycle guarantee
available – complete feasibility during early phase.
“Fixed” cost tooling if provided early award and feasibility access of larger
programs.
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17. Tooling Program Experience
X11C - 112 Tools, 48 Fixtures*
U387-388 - 23 Parts LCC Tooling*
U222
4 Cavity IMD Soft Skin door Bolster Insert
Neon Fascia
12 Tools, 2 location simultaneous launches
HHR Panel Van
Complete conversion of window van to work-center van
JC49 Bolster
Build of tools, fixture and automation
*PGK Engineering Design Responsible
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18. PGK Group – Case Example
E & D, Tooling and Fixture Services
Program:
Nissan X11C – “Greenhouse” (Headliner/O.H. Console/Pillars)
What we took on:
Redesign from Chinese production vehicle to meet North
American and European Market.
14 Months from Kick–Off to Tool Delivery
(Design to Tool Approval).
Design responsible in Japan, with designers from 3 countries to
lower average cost and provide North American vehicle
regulation knowledge.
A “Fixed Price” concept for engineering, tooling and automation.
Tooling built in 6 countries with tooling finished in North America
and shipped to 3 Mexico Manufacturing Operations.
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19. PGK Group – Case Example
E & D, Tooling and Fixture Services
Program:
Nissan X11C – “Greenhouse” (Headliner/O.H. Console/Pillars)
What we delivered:
One point of contact for design, tooling, and automation issues
for the customer.
Fixed “price” for design, tooling, fixtures and assembly
equipment.
14 month program – Initial design from Chinese “mule” vehicle
to delivery of tooling to manufacturing.
18 months from start of design to program launch in Mexico.
112 production tools, 48 pieces of assembly equipment and all
production fixtures.
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20. PGK Technology Management
PGK Technology Management (PGK-TM) is a Client Representation Company
co-owned by PGK Engineering and GE&T LLC.
Specializing in product, technical program management, sales and marketing,
PGK-TM utilizes its core strengths and resources coupled with various
technology-driven suppliers to deliver quality solutions.
By sharing central resources, we are able to provide innovative, global and low
cost solutions from full service design, engineering and tooling through
manufacturing.
PGK-TM also offers integrator capabilities for a select group of niche
technology companies.
PGK-TM is under contract with the following suppliers, representing them in a
sales capacity:
Griffine Enduction
Manufacturing and marketing of coated fabrics made
from one or more polymer layers with or without a
base support. Major roll-goods supplier.
Locations in France and Poland
Mollertech
Injection molded product utilizing: LPM, 2 materials,
in color molding, multi-color, and in mold graining
Manufacturers of:
Alcove components, air ducts, center consoles,
interior trim covers, door panels, trunk trim, wheel
liners, door panels, and quarter trim panels.
Locations in France, USA-MI, Germany, Japan,
Brazil, UK, Slovakia, and Romania.
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21. PGK Technology Management
JaeyoungSolutec America, Inc.
Design/Engineering, rapid prototype, tooling, mold,
injection mold production & manufacturing – automotive
and commericial
Locations in Michigan, Korea, China, and Japan
Covert Manufacturing, Inc.
Injection molds, fixtures, blow molds
CNC machining centers, milling, blanchard grinding
Located in Galion, Ohio
Excel Corporate Group – Mexico
Excel Technical Services, Inc. (Minority Supplier)
• Managed by PGK Engineering
PGK/Excel Technical Services
• Formal partnership providing Human Capital &
Staffing solutions
Locations in the United States and Mexico
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22. PGK Technology Management
Autoline Industries LTD/DEP
CAE/CAD specialists in product development, complex
stamped and welded auto body doors & load floor carriers,
chassis control arms, exhaust systems
Locations in Michigan and India
H.S. Die and Engineering, Inc.
Full service mold manufacturing organization, from part
feasibility to onsite support.
Locations in Michigan and Illinois
Acord Holdings LLC – Minority Supplier
Laminate, diecut, sew, and assembly
Locations in Michigan and Mexico
Premier Manufacturing Support Services, Inc.
Locations in Michigan and Ohio
* Minority Supplier
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24. Industrial Engineering
Facilities Planning
• Workplace Layout
• Facilities Layout
Process Optimization
• Methods Analysis
• Process Documentation
• Line Balancing
Cost Analysis
• Value Engineering
• Cost Reduction Studies
Ergonomics
• Ergonomics Surveys
• Workplace Design
• Tooling / Equipment Interface Design
Material System Planning
• Material Ordering
• Receiving of Material
• Packaging Studies
• Inventory Reduction Analysis
• Warehousing Studies
• Material Flow Management
• Remote Module Planning
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25. Lean Manufacturing
Lean Manufacturing Engineering techniques eliminate waste while providing
clients a positive return on investment.
Saves cost by utilizing proven processes that include: Time Studies,
Establishing Work Standards and JPH Capacities, Operator Utilization Analysis
and Subsequent Improvements, Value Stream Mapping and Waste Elimination.
Our Lean processes have been paramount in Bottleneck and Constraint
Analysis, Throughput Improvements and Manpower Reduction within several
plants. Our project approach yields an average of four times Return-on-Investment.
Work Measurement - MODAPTS
Time Studies
• MODAPTS (Modular Arrangement of Predetermined Time Standards)
• Identify percentage of total cycle time used
Value Added Work Content
• Non-value added (but essential) work content
• Non-value added (waste) work content
Increase Throughput & Reduce
Manufacturing Facility
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• Provided Time Studies of all stamping
and assembly operations
150.00
• Created workload stack charts to show
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Head Count
value added and non-value added
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100.00 workload
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61 Identified opportunities to methodize
the workcell to eliminate “waste”
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• Rebalanced work elements between
workcells to reduce manpower
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requirements
Before After
• Reduced manpower requirements by
2-Month Project
33% while increasing efficiency by 29%
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26. Supplier Quality Development
Our SQD experts work to improve Customer quality and efficiency from
Program development through actual part delivery.
Quality Systems
• Assessment, Development, Enhancement and Management
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
• Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
• Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FEMA)
• Process Control Plan (PCP)
• Measurement Systems Analysis
• Process Statistics
• Production Control Systems
• Design/Development
• Analysis/Review
• Product Launch Support
Total Project/Program Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Irreversible Corrective Action
• Error Proofing
• Problem Reporting & Resolution
• Production Containment/Inspection
Continuous Improvement
• System Assessment
• Statistical Techniques
• Design of Experiments
• Cost Reductions and Process Improvements
Crisis Support and Resolution
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28. Staffing Solutions
A recognized leader in Staffing Solutions, we offer a full range of
flexible options to meet the needs of our Clients.
A a history of unparalleled service and commitment to our
clients and employees in local, regional and global markets.
Staffing and Resource Management Services
Main Service Provider – single source staffing
Direct placement
Contract placement
Contract to Direct Placement
Full Program Support
Classification Examples:
Engineering, Design, IT, Quality, Technical Support
Skilled Trades, Light Industrial, Production, Technicians
Administrative, Managerial, Executive
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29. Training & Development
Customized training services to meet the needs of our Clients
Employees trained in latest technologies, ensuring quality
personnel assigned to our Clients
Corporate training initiatives utilizing state funded training
grants through the State of Michigan
Michigan Technical Education Center (MTEC) Board Members
Support of undergraduate studies through Central Michigan
University (CMU)
Bachelor of Science Degree in Vehicle Design
First of its kind in the nation
Founded in 1996 by Patrick Kirby in conjunction
with Central Michigan University
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31. Collaborative Partnerships
Collaborative Partnerships provide our Clients access to an array of
services and highly skilled teams of individuals in various countries
including: Mexico, Japan, India and Germany.
Advantages:
Dedicated Global Client-focused Teams
Full Service Technical Solutions
Global and Low Cost Country Support
Minority Solutions
PGK Engineering Group Collaborative Partners
D.E.P.
GE&T
MGX LLC
Excel Technical
PGK Technology Management LLC
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32. Why PGK?
A history of experience, customer loyalty and quality service.
PGK Engineering Group offers an extensive background as
a full service global solutions provider:
• Over 30 years experience in product analysis, design
engineering & development, tooling & fixtures,
manufacturing engineering, and technology
management solutions.
• Recognized leader and single-point resource for
staffing solutions.
A diverse network within industry.
Global presence through formal Alliances with companies
the USA, Asia Pacific, Australia, India and Mexico.
Formal Alliance with a local minority organization to provide
solutions with a minority content.
Registered supplier to the U.S. Government.
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33. Contact Information
Headquarters:
PGK Engineering Group
200 Kirts Blvd.
Suite A
Troy, MI 48084
Phone: 248-290-0500
Fax: 248-290-0508
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