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SEER for Manufacturing

Webinars

Introduction to Hardware Estimation Using SEER-H and SEER-DFM

Mechanical, electro-mechanical, structural and electronics programs present are challenging to estimate. SEER-H can help you make better decisions quickly and with more confidence by simulating your project based on extensive and extensible knowledge bases, and sophisticated parametric modeling capabilities. SEER-H provides fast, reliable estimates on everything from individual components to a variety of complete product assemblies. But the best design doesn't mean much if it can't be efficiently and reliably manufactured. SEER-DFM is an estimation and analysis tool that lets you identify, evaluate and manage the complex array of cost, labor, assembly, process, part design, material, and production variables that affect manufacturing operations. This webinar will not only demonstrate capabilities of SEER-H and SEER-DFM, but how the two integrate with one another to provide the most complete and accurate estimates possible.

Modeling Composites in SEER-H and SEER-DFM

SEER-H can provide comprehensive lifecycle cost estimates for composite processes and systems even when information is limited to weight volume and material mix. SEER-H has built-in Knowledge Bases that cover composite materials and manufacturing processes. SEER-DFM operates at the manufacturing process level, modeling composites using three different approaches, all of which have different levels of input and output granularity. The standard SEER-DFM model comes with two modeling options: Composites Model and Detailed Composites Model. A plug-in is available for SEER-DFM that provides more advanced composites and aerostructures modeling capabilities. This webinar demonstrates the various ways in which composites estimation can be accomplished utilizing SEER-H and SEER-DFM.

Purchase Cost Estimating (“Should-cost”) with SEER-DFM

Many companies use SEER-DFM in the design cycle to optimize the cost and produce-ability of the product under development. Once a product is issued from design, an opportunity exists to apply SEER-DFM in the supply chain. By using SEER-DFM to create “should-cost” models the commercial team can approach the supply base with informed, detailed information demonstrating the build-up of cost within the manufacturing process. This webinar covers key aspects of calibrating SEER-DFM Knowledge Bases in order to provide should-cost models and will explore the methods for capturing supplier-cost models so you can perform GAP analysis, enabling supply development and collaborative cost control. We also discuss how collaboration on the development of Knowledge Bases between suppliers and customers reduces turnaround time for new projects and aids in negotiation.

 

Presentations

Real Time Cost Impact Assessment of Composite and Metallic Design Alternatives

Up to 80% of a product's cost is determined during the design phase. Making changes later down the line is an expensive and time-consuming process. This white paper was presented by Dr. Chris Rush, Galorath's System and Cost Engineer, at the 3rd Annual Society of Plastics Engineering Automotive Composites Conference in Troy, Michigan. It discusses how the use of a process-based parametric estimating tool, SEER-DFM, can be used to facilitate the real-time cost impact assessment of composite and metallic design alternatives. It introduces the underlying cost-model methodologies and demonstrates its flexibility for developing trade studies.

Composites Affordability Initiative Cost Analysis Tool (CAICAT)

Presented by Soumen Saha of Northrop Grumman at the 4th Annual Affordability and Cost Modeling Workshop in Fairborn, OH, this presentation provides an overview and update of Phase II of the Composites Affordability Initiative and presents insights into the activities involved with Phase III.

 

Whitepapers

Benefit of Using Cost Models to Guide Composite Frame Designs

This presentation describes the use of cost models to evaluate alternative frame designs, analyze trade-offs with various manufacturing processes, and understand impacts of design features and material sections. This capability goes beyond pure cost values, allowing a designer to identify the optimal and most affordable configuration and manufacturing plan during the design phase. Presented at the 35th International SAMPE Technical Conference this presentation was authored by, Stephen Mitchell, Donald LaChapelle - GE Aircraft Engines; Rebecca Ufkes - Ufkes Engineering; Kathleen Sargent - U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory.

Real Time Cost Impact Assessment of Composite and Metallic Design Alternatives

Up to 80% of a product's cost is determined during the design phase. Making changes later down the line is an expensive and time-consuming process. This white paper was presented by Dr. Chris Rush, Galorath's System and Cost Engineer, at the 3rd Annual Society of Plastics Engineering Automotive Composites Conference in Troy, Michigan. It discusses how the use of a process-based parametric estimating tool, SEER-DFM, can be used to facilitate the real-time cost impact assessment of composite and metallic design alternatives. It introduces the underlying cost-model methodologies and demonstrates its flexibility for developing trade studies.

 

Case Studies