Even small metal components perform important functions in electric vehicles. These include parts for high-voltage wiring and connectors, as well as sensor housings and shielding. Precision parts are also used in batteries, power electronics, and electric drive systems. Depending on the application, electrical conductivity, surface properties, and electromagnetic compatibility place special demands on materials and manufacturing processes.

Mass production begins with component design

Whether a component can be manufactured reliably and cost-effectively in large quantities depends largely on its design. Material selection, geometry, and tolerances influence not only the technical function but also manufacturability and subsequent unit costs. For this reason, these aspects are ideally taken into account as early as the development phase.

To this end, the precision transducer manufacturer STÜKEN contributes its expertise in materials, manufacturing processes, and process design to customer projects. Together with clients, component concepts are evaluated for their function, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness and tailored to the intended production volumes. The focus is on a design that reconciles technical requirements with the conditions necessary for stable mass production.

International Production Based on the “Local-for-Local” Principle

In global supply chains, geographical proximity to sales markets plays a role alongside manufacturing expertise. The “Local-for-Local” principle calls for components to be manufactured, whenever possible, in the region where they are needed. Such a production model can shorten transport routes and delivery times, as well as reduce transport-related CO₂ emissions.

To this end, STÜKEN relies on an international production network. For customers with global sales markets, this opens up the possibility of initially implementing projects regionally and expanding production to additional locations as demand increases or market requirements change. This requires coordinated manufacturing processes and quality standards to ensure that components exhibit reproducible properties regardless of the production location.

From Development to High-Volume Production

The manufacture of precision components involves several coordinated steps: from material and component design through tool development to automated series production. In precision forming, the precise coordination of component geometry, tools, and process parameters is particularly crucial.

For e-mobility applications, components must not only meet the respective functional requirements but also be suitable for high-volume production. Early consideration of production conditions and the coordination of processes across different locations are therefore essential prerequisites for combining technical quality, cost-effectiveness, and a reliable supply.

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