Obtaining new products in the PVC/AL joinery industry applying the TIPS method - case study

Abstract

Obtaining a new product, in the current stage, can no longer be achieved by waiting for it by chance, as it happened in the past, but by systematically, perseveringly, and scientifically looking for it. This paper is a case study on the application of a systematic methodology for generating solution concepts in the case of the PVC and AL joinery accessories industry. Considering that one of the requirements was that the new connector part should mount on several standardized profiles, by approaching the TIPS tools kit, a modular connector with superior strength characteristics (3%) and low complexity was obtained. Also, by rethinking the product, a reduction of 15% of the required material (PA type 6) was obtained, as well as a decrease by approximately 11% of the tools cost necessary for the manufacturing process. For the preliminary evaluation of the new product, finite element analysis was necessary and the SolidWorks Simulation 2019 software was used. The numerical data was compared with the experimental data provided by the beneficiary, the differences being within the limit of 3.5%. These data encourage the beneficiary to study in detail the new product from several points of view, considering the option of introduction into manufacturing.