Thermoforming Case Study #1 — Cover Assembly

• Top 3 Pharma / Diagnostics Company

• 16 Piece Cover Assembly Transferred from Former Supplier for Manufacturing and Cosmetic Improvement

• Multiple Parts Redesigned as Part of Transfer Yielding BOM Savings Sufficient for <12 Month Capital Payback

• Eliminated Bonded PVC Blocks by Utilizing Providien Design Concepts

• Subsequent Programs Launched Leveraging Providien Design Approach

• Removed Costly Painted Sheet Metal Component

• Greatly Improved Cosmetics over Prior Design

• Substantial Cost Reduction Compared to Prior Platforms through Elimination of Secondary Operations

• Part Won Award at SPE Thermoforming Parts Competition

• Improved Durability by Utilizing Twin Sheet Thermoforming