Swiss Precision Meets Global FlexibilitySwiss Precision Meets Global FlexibilityV-ZUG AG
Swiss Precision Meets Global Flexibility
V-ZUG AG depends on the reliability of our electronic assemblies when manufacturing high-quality household appliances. These ensure full functionality and support V-ZUG’s philosophy of always providing the utmost quality.
“We receive assemblies that meet our high quality requirements, support us in our quest for greater sustainability and still offer us good value for money.”
About V-ZUG
V-ZUG is the leading Swiss brand for household appliances and markets its products in carefully selected international premium markets. V-ZUG has been developing and producing appliances for the kitchen and utility room in Switzerland since it was founded in 1913 and offers an end-to-end service in all its markets. The V-ZUG Group currently employs around 2,100 people.
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Made in Switzerland: High-quality assemblies for luxury household appliances from Switzerland
The increasing demand for sophisticated ventilation systems in healthcare, particularly in critical care and emergency settings, necessitated the development of a more advanced, reliable, and user-friendly ventilator. The challenge was to combine Hamilton's medical expertise with our electronic engineering and manufacturing prowess to create a ventilator that could meet the complex needs of patients and healthcare providers.
Our collaboration
Long-term partnership and flexibility
The collaboration began in 2010 with a small series and developed into a stable partnership with several large series. We manufacture electronic assemblies that are mainly installed in washing machines and tumble dryers – in display controls, for example. Adrian Rosenberger, Strategic Buyer at V-ZUG and the main person responsible for electronics purchasing, emphasizes our flexibility in particular. He also draws attention to our ability to deliver reliably even in times of crisis and to implement changes quickly at short notice. “While large EMS providers strictly follow their predefined processes, Variosystems does things in a straightforward way, adapting the required PCBs for us within a very short time. We benefit greatly from this flexibility and responsiveness.”
Individual functional test concepts for comprehensive tests
The engineers at V-ZUG set out the design, functional models and parts lists for the assemblies. Based on this, we then create the prototypes, which are transferred to series production by our Technical Program Managers. Depending on the assembly and requirements, we use both surface-mount and through-hole technology. We then test all electronic assemblies for complete functionality – with individual functional test concepts including customer-specific test adapters. This is how we manage to reduce the failure rate to an absolute minimum.
Global supply chain and local presence
V-ZUG has access to a global supply chain via our Platform’s production network. “Thanks to this setup, we always receive top-quality components from all over the world and benefit from competitive procurement costs”, says Rosenberger. This is a key aspect of our partnership, as V-ZUG carries out part of the final assembly of some components in China. “It was a basic requirement for us to work with regional partners in both Switzerland and China,” says Rosenberger. In this way, our local Customer Success teams in Switzerland and China provide V-ZUG with optimum support in its nearshoring efforts. “The local exchange shortens and simplifies communication channels considerably. This means we are looked after closely worldwide.”
Adrian Rosenberger
Head of Development Hamilton
In Conversation with Adrian Rosenberger, Strategic Buyer at V-ZUG / Head of Electronics Purchasing
Why did you decide to work with us?
Even during availability crises, Variosystems has proven to be a very reliable supplier – for example, for short-term software or hardware adaptations in our series development. While large EMS providers strictly follow their predefined processes, Variosystems does things in a straightforward way, customizing a PCB for us within a few weeks.
We offer our customers access to a global supply chain and also promote nearshoring efforts. What advantages do you gain from this?
For example, we source printed circuit boards from the Platform sites in Switzerland, China and Sri Lanka. It means we have access to various procurement sources all over the world. In this way, we receive assemblies that meet our high quality requirements, support us in our quest for greater sustainability and still offer us good value for money.
We rely on local Customer Success Teams worldwide. What does that mean for you?
These short communication channels within the same culture and time zone make the exchange much easier. Our contacts are competent, respond quickly and deliver exactly what we need. We’re very well looked after.
How important is obsolescence management for you?
Very important. It’s usually very time-consuming to redesign device elements or assemblies and to go through all the necessary approvals. Variosystems has always informed us proactively and at an early stage about potential changes.
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