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JIT/DLF PROGRAMS

As one of the world’s largest and most experienced providers of Inventory Management Services to the Aerospace Industry, Wesco Aircraft is uniquely suited to offer you a Turn Key solution that provides:

  • Reduction of inventory to virtually zero
  • Complete elimination of shortages
  • No expediting
  • No internal Administration costs
  • Single Monthly invoice
  • Reduction of vendor base
  • Complete Supply Chain Management
  • Flexible programs for any size company

    In addition, Wesco’s industry experts work with our customers to develop Lean Solutions including:

    • Innovative Point of Use Systems
    • Unique and flexible Kitting programs
    • The latest technology in installation tooling and hole preparation

    The end result of utilizing the Wesco System is:

    • Enchanced cash flow
    • Greater profitability for your company

    Please feel free to contact us for a list of our many satisfied customers.


    KITTING

    All kitting solutions are custom fitted and adapted to obtain the desired results


    What’s needed, where it’s needed, when it’s needed

    • Bearings
    • Drill Motors
    • Electrical Components
    • Fasteners
    • Installation Tools
    • Machined Parts

    Trays are issued full and returned empty to prevent comingling of parts

    Any remaining stock is loaded into existing floor bins and consumed as WIP

    • Increased productivity
    • Decreased waste
    • Increased profitability

    Traceability

    Each work order number identifies specifically the part number and lot number of each component that is in the kit. If there are not enough of any one part number/lot number to fill multiple kits, then a new work order is entered, reflecting the new lot number that was used. In that way, we can always tell exactly what part/lot combination is in any kit we deliver to our customers.

    Inspection

    The first inspection is done to ensure all certifications for all kit components are correct and, if applicable, correct manufacturer has been allocated.


    Inspections are done at various stages throughout the kit process to ensure that all documentation, labels, etc., are correct.

    Prep Station

    Prep station clerk verifies that all parts have been pulled.


    A kit folder is created, containing a kit list and all certifications. The kit administrator then verifies that all paperwork is correct and ensures that any discrepancies are corrected. This kit folder is used as a reference throughout the kit process and all applicable information is recorded within.

    Assembly/ Build

    Kit is assembled, labeled, and packaged in shipping containers for inspection.


    The kit is then inspected to ensure it is packaged and labeled per customer specifications and all documentation is in order.

    Bulk Inspection

    Bulk inspector checks the certs, labels, kit list, and parts. All inspections and discrepancies are logged.

    Kit Book

    The Quality Administrator creates a new Kit Book, assigning a Kit Number to the kit. The Kit Book includes the Bill of Materials and all documentation, including the customer contract, purchase order, and all logs for that kit.

    Tooling Services

    Installation Tooling Services

    Maintenance & Repair Plans:

    • From scheduled preventive maintenance programs to full onsite repair programs let our experienced staff design a program to fit your needs
    • State of the art repair center with Factory trained technicians to bring your non-working tools back to life again.
    • Full Factory warranty on all serviced repairs
    • Large inventory of original Manufacture parts for quick turnaround of repairs
    • Quick turnaround on repairs with expedite (AOG) services available

    "We make the old work new again"

    Rental/ Loaner Tools:

    Large selection of rental and loaner tools to service your unexpected tooling requirements.

    Tool Leasing:

    • Our innovative Tool Leasing Programs allow the customer to plan financing and production in a very streamlined cost savings process.
    • Lease Programs ranging from onsite to unmanned with services covering preventive maintenance, repair, tool control, cutter/drill set-up qualifying & calibration – torque verification.
    • Cost saving benefits - eliminate upfront capital expenditures, no outlay for special equipment for set up of repair cribs or calibration services, back up tools available.
    • Avoidance of rework due to improper tool function
    • Full line capabilities on torque verification services