trailer world issue Two 2010

Dossier 34 Issue Two 2010 timed in coordination with customer require- ments and geared to just-in-time deliveries. Corresponding communication extends from consulting and development via prototype construction and subsequent bulk production through to the necessary transport arrange- ments. High transparency is a prerequisite for successful implementation. “In turn, everyone involved in the process profits accordingly, also with greater planning certainty”, says Janka. The whole procedure is always based on a high level of trust, for example when inter- faces have to be revealed. “If everyone just re- mains within their own defined framework, this will always only depict the optimum performance of that individual”, says Janka. But the question must always be: how can we grow beyond our own horizons and extend the shared optimum? Growing beyond horizons One example of how successful open part- nership can be is illustrated by the develop- ment of a new chassis for the new PistenBully by Kässbohrer. Kässbohrer gave BPW‘s chas- sis specialists detailed insights into all neces- sary data. This was the only way to make use of the synergy effects and generate optimum solutions for efficient, low-cost components. “Unfortunately, not all companies are ready for this degree of transparency”, regrets Janka. “And so our idea of a living partnership still remains fairly utopian, although it appears to be so simple.” Janka takes an optimistic look ahead to the next 10 years. Developments in alternative drive systems and in lightweight construc- tion together with restrictive regional traffic policy could give completely new significance in future to the intelligent chassis solutions made in Paderborn. “Future transportation is undergoing fundamental change”, says Janka. “We want our products and ideas to bring mobility in every form and quantity wherever it is needed.” At the end of these ten years, we‘ll take another look at the situation and ask you whether you can be proud of your achieve- ments, Mr. Janka!  BPW Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH & Co. KG in Paderborn/West- phalia develops and produces holistic chassis technology with a workforce of around 250 employees. The target group comprises manufacturers of industrial and work machines (trailer cranes, PistenBullies, compressor trailers) and trailers with up to 3.5 weight rating from horse trailers via promotion trailers through to simple box trailers. The engineering services encompass FEM and brake calculations, as well as state-of-the-art road and test field trials together with accompanying support. The synchronous BPW Fahrzeugtechnik Production System (BPW FPS) is timed to the customer‘s processes, minimising the use of resources. Moreover, the Paderborn firm also supplies components or com- plete solutions for single or tandem axle caravan chassis – and even for mobile shop vehicles. The spectrum extends from deve- lopment partnerships through to IT-assisted just-in-time delivery. Intelligent chassis solutions from BPW Fahrzeugtechnik Chassis systems by BPW Fahrzeugtechnik see highly versatile customised use. Photos:ArminSallak,BPWFahrzeugtechnik,IlanAmith–Fotolia.com,BPW

trailer world issue Two 2010

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