Design Support Services

Analysis for Manufacturability (AFM)

As a Contract Manufacturer, we are not only approached with new products and new designs, we also partner with companies that need us to support legacy or redesigned products.  Collaborative discussions contribute to better manufacturing process efficiency, superior quality, and a quicker time to market.

• Maximize SMT Placement and Reduce SMT Cycle Time
• Eliminate Inefficient Processes

Analysis for Testability (AFT)

Our Test Philosophy

1. Collaboration with Product Designer
2. Test Strategy Impacts Direct Cost
3. Yield at Customer 99.99%

SMC’s Complimentary Test Processes include:

• AOI
• ICT (Built In-House)
• Functional Test (Built In-House)

We utilize real-time test data collection and sharing with integrated MES and Lean Processes.

Analysis for Procurement (AFP)

SMC is focused on offering an array of value added services that best support our customers.  The best way to effectively drive out cost is to start early in the design phase where SMC will evaluate every aspect of the design.  SMC Engineers perform a deep dive into material cost, material composition, and ask appropriate questions to refrain from over engineering products.

• Lower Cost Component Selection
• Component Substitution
• Manufacturers E.O.L. Management