Angst + Pfister Group: The Leading Supply and Solutions Partner for Industrial Components
2 Mission Statement As a leading supplier of technical components and comprehensive solution provider for a wide range of industries, Angst+Pfister has been ensuring business continuity and serving the world s leading manufacturers for over 90 years. Angst + Pfister provides a tremendous advantage by adding value and saving our customers money at any point in their product development chain. Our professional capabilities center on: being an engineering-led solution provider with in-depth customer application knowledge across a broad range of industries globally sourcing a wide range of high-quality standard and customized industrial components and delivering them in ways that enhance our customers supply chain performance proactively serving European and Asian original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) around the globe through multiple sales channels sharing our expertise by publishing comprehensive catalogs and detailed technical specifications, and by hosting tailor-made seminars/events fostering a professional environment that encourages entrepreneurial thinking, pragmatic decision-making and teamwork at the highest level If your company requires customized engineering solutions, has a desire to increase procurement efficiency and is striving to improve working capital, then we invite you to experience the many advantages of being an Angst + Pfister customer and enthusiastically look forward to serving you!
3 Core Competencies We save our customers hundreds of thousands of euros each year through customized engineering solutions, enhancing procurement efficiency and optimizing supply chain management. Customized engineering solutions Angst + Pfister s international team of highly specialized application engineers focuses on providing effective solutions regardless of where our customers are in the production process. Getting Angst + Pfister involved at the beginning accelerates the time-to-money of new design projects. Our engineers have amassed expertise across a broad range of industries and can develop innovative tailor-made solutions or can recommend standard components for practically any application within our five core product areas. Virtual design and detailed product specifications with clearly defined industry norms are created, and our state-of-the-art production facilities can quickly deliver fully functional prototypes and samples. Our excellent knowledge of materials and deep understanding of production processes help our customers systematically reduce total cost of ownership. Enhancing procurement efficiency We are a leading supplier of industrial components, offering a deep and wide range of items within our five key product lines: Sealing Technology, Plastics Technology, Fluid Handling Technology, Drive Technology and Antivibration Technology. Outsource your global sourcing to Angst + Pfister and leverage the economies of scale from our huge procurement volumes. Our global network of approved manufacturers ensures consistent quality and best price across our massive range of 200,000 standard and customer-specific items. Angst + Pfister s multiple sales channels can be tailored to your procurement needs, while our flexible electronic order processing options allow easy connectivity to almost any ERP system. By effectively serving the leaders in some of the world s most demanding industries, we stay on the cutting edge of the latest supply chain management tools. Integrated supply chain management In today s business climate, manufacturers are increasingly challenged to improve working capital across global production facilities. Angst + Pfister, with its centralized 18,000 square-meter state-of-the-art logistics center, is the solution. Over 100,000 different items are kept in stock and are available within 48 hours anywhere in Europe. More than 1,600 separate items are reliably processed and shipped around the world every day. Our ISO 9001:2008 certification means that our customers can always rest assured of product quality and business continuity. Blanket purchase contracts and global stock holding agreements ensure our customers the best price and immediate availability. With just-in-time and kanban supply chain management solutions, Angst + Pfister enables its customers to synchronize their incoming component shipments to precisely match their production rhythm and to thus improve their working capital. www.angst-pfister.com
4 Customized Engineering Solutions From the initial engineering assessment to the final series production phase, Angst + Pfister s team of highly qualified application engineers can work with you onsite across Europe and China to shorten time-to-money and reduce total cost of ownership. Engineering assessment Over the years, Angst + Pfister has amassed expertise across a broad range of industries. Getting us involved at the beginning accelerates the time-to-money of a new design project. Under the APSO (Angst + Pfister Solutions) brand, our engineering specialists develop tailor-made solutions for practically any application within our five core product areas. Design-in and cost-out Our application engineers excellent knowledge of materials and deep understanding of the manufacturing process make Angst + Pfister the ideal partner for customer-specific product solutions. Our experts consider the entire production process and help our customers systematically save money by reducing total cost of ownership. Prototyping and samples During the development process, Angst + Pfister saves time for customers not only by quickly creating prototypes, but also by manufacturing pilot series. We also provide declarations of conformity with a wide variety of industry regulatory norms and leading industry-specific certifications. Series production Drawing on a wide international network of manufacturers, Angst + Pfister supplies the technical component that exactly complies with the detailed product specifications and all pre-agreed quality certifications and industry standards. Angst+Pfister s Engineering Design-in Prototyping Series expertise in assessment and cost-out and samples production Engineering Industry and application references Virtual design Total cost of ownership Customization workshops deliver full functionality Global sourcing Production scheduling Services Feasibility studies Innovative ideas CAD, CAE drawings Numerical analysis Fast prototyping Pre-series production tests Blanket purchasing contracts Just-in-time/kanban Obvious customer benefits* Clearly defined norms Detailed product specifications Quality certification documents and testing Supply chain solutions * price based on requirement
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6 Capable of rising to any challenge with know-how, state-of-the-art materials and in a wide variety of forms APSOplast Engineering Plastics Technology. www.angst-pfister.com
7 APSOplast Engineering Plastics Technology Angst+Pfister always keeps abreast of developments in plastics technology to afford customers access to the latest polymer materials in a variety of forms. Semi-finished products and blanks All significant thermoplastics and thermosets, including high-performance plastics for extreme thermal, chemical, electrical, tribological or mechanical requirements, are available in the form of sheets, foils, round rods, tubes and rigid sections. Finished parts manufactured for specific customers The parts are produced from all available plastics. The range of processing includes machining, punching, outline cutting with water jets, molding and bonding, as well as extruding special profiles and molding or injection-molding parts. Special products We can supply items including standard plain bearing bushes, sliding and guiding belts, adhesive tape, sealing tape, shrink-fit hoses, PTFE-impregnated glass fabric and foils. Plastic protection elements Plug-in or screw-in caps, plugs and covers can be used for protecting, securing, closing, covering, sealing or identification purposes. The specialty parts supplied by Angst+Pfister were instrumental in the development of our revolutionary espresso machine. Denis Albrecht, Gotec SA
8 Expertise, experience and flexibility for the benefit of customers APSOseal Sealing Technology solutions. www.angst-pfister.com
9 APSOseal Sealing Technology Angst + Pfister s extensive experience with sealing applications and our varied product range lay the groundwork for successful sealing technology solutions. Sheet material and flat gaskets We stock the exact material for the job, whether for coping with the harshest thermal stress, difficult media or for high-pressure applications. We can supply gaskets at short notice thanks to our own punching shop. O-rings Our application-oriented range of O-rings covers all dimensions and certifications required for Europe and the USA. We can also supply solutions for chemically and thermally challenging applications. Rotational, stroke and profile seals Our extensive range spans the spectrum from seals for rotational and linear movements to diaphragms, packings and dirt scrapers. Special profile seals can also be produced according to customers specifications. Sealing elements for hydraulic and pneumatic systems Our range includes lip seals, V-packings, composite seals, scrapers, diaphragms and special seals molded for specific customer requirements. Pre-formed elastomeric sections Our standard range of pre-formed sections can be supplemented by customers specific designs if required. Angst + Pfister s know-how and delivery reliability help keep our production running like clockwork. Dominik Huber, Digmesa AG
10 From simple hoses to ready-to-install conduit systems APSOfluid delivers solutions for any challenge. www.angst-pfister.com
11 APSOfluid Fluid Handling Technology Angst+Pfister s extensive range of pipes, hoses and fittings for any type of media supplies the ideal solution for any fluid technology application. High-performance hose lines We manufacture ready-to-install hose lines for pressures up to more than 600 bars and for all media, as well as rubber, plastic and metal hoses for applications in industry, construction and business. Pneumatic pipes and air hoses Our range of plastic pipes with calibrated external diameters for pneumatic applications is supplemented by quick connection systems and functional fittings. We can also supply just the right hoses for ventilation and extraction tasks. Suction and pressure hoses We can satisfy an extremely wide range of requirements with a broad selection of suction, pressure, construction, conveyor and water hoses. Fittings Press-on fittings and jointing systems are available, as well as ball cocks for all pressure levels, diaphragm valves and non-drip quick connection couplings. Expansion joints Expansion joints made from rubber, PTFE, metal and textile materials are used for coping with expansion and vibration, and to provide insulation against structure-borne noise in pipelines. Angst + Pfister impresses not just with its extensive know-how, but above all with its exemplary customer support. Achim Gallinger, Stadler Rail Group
12 An innovative, comprehensive portfolio of products and services APSOdrive gets things moving in the field of drive technology. www.angst-pfister.com
13 APSOdrive Drive Technology Angst+Pfister s progressive and varied range of products lays the foundation for drive and automation solutions that satisfy the most demanding technical and commercial requirements. Electrical drives and couplings Our range includes AC/DC linear drives, DC motors, AC/DC servo drives and frequency inverters, as well as torsionally flexible and torsionally rigid couplings. V-belt drives Narrow, standard and wide V-belts are available, as well as poly-v belts, V-belt pulleys, spring collets, and weld-on and screw-on hubs. Timing belts Our all-encompassing range of polyurethane and neoprene timing belts enables us to supply conventional as well as groundbreaking solutions in power transmission technology, linear motion systems and transport technology. Our range also includes application-specific timing belts, gears and accessories. Metal belt drives Ultrathin high-performance endless metal belts made from super-strong high-grade steels, titanium, inconel, etc. make it possible to devise drives with an outstanding force/ weight ratio. They are ideal for hygienically transporting foodstuffs and pharmaceuticals. Metal belts with perforations for specific applications are the ideal means for transmitting extremely precise synchronous movements. Chain drives and conveyor chains We can supply roller, conveyor and flat-top chains, chain sprockets and chain tensioners. Angst + Pfister developed the ideal timing belt for our filling and sealing machines. Micha Kühne, Rychiger AG
14 Trendsetting technologies for efficient suppression of vibrations and noise emissions APSOvib Antivibration Technology solutions. www.angst-pfister.com
15 APSOvib Antivibration Technology The extensive range of materials and components supplied by Angst + Pfister provides everything you need to effectively combat vibration. Machine-bearing elements Our product selection includes leveling machine pedestals, articulated pedestals, wedge mounts and leveling plates. Bearing elements Our range includes steel spring elements, air springs, insulating mats to control structureborne noise, stabilizers, conical bearings, rubber/metal rails, heating boiler rails and steel cable dampers. Insulating elements We can supply round buffers, stop buffers, universal equipment elements, jointing and suspension elements, rubber/metal sleeves and ring elements. Spring elements and pre-formed rubber parts The spectrum ranges from hollow and solid rubber springs to air spring bellows, gas springs, PUR plates and PUR springs. Our range is rounded out by concertina bellows and pre-formed rubber parts for specific customers. Sound-absorbing materials According to customers requirements, we can supply coating and injection materials and insulating plates with or without a covering layer of combination materials to combat structure- or air-borne noise. We appreciate the broad range of customized products and the absolute supply punctuality. Florian Wenger, LNS Europe SA
16 Integrated Supply Chain Management A core competency of Angst + Pfister is centered on ensuring our customers business continuity while increasing their profitability. Angst + Pfister has enhanced the competitiveness of many industry leaders by improving their working capital across multiple global production facilities. Inventory costs Our 18,000 square-meter state-of-the-art European Logistics Center holds one of the keys. With over 100,000 different items in stock and available within 48 hours anywhere in Europe, Angst + Pfister can meet your ever-shorter production cycles. Through preassembly services and just-in-time and kanban supply chain solutions, Angst + Pfister lowers its customers inventory carrying costs and thus improves their working capital. Material handling costs As an ISO 9001:2008-certified enterprise, Angst + Pfister knows that quality is a critical component of business continuity. Therefore, when receiving goods, we carry out comprehensive quality testing and can provide a wide range of quality certifications and exact test protocols in accordance with the highest industry standards. This not only guarantees fulfillment of all contractual quality agreements, but also enables our customers to save money on incoming goods inspection. Cost of goods The cost of goods sold is reduced for customers who leverage Angst + Pfister s huge purchasing volumes. By not being tied to a limited number of production facilities, we source your components at the best possible price through our global network of approved manufacturers. Each is strategically selected to comply with the highest standards of consistent quality, and equally qualified second suppliers are available to ensure business continuity. Blanket purchase contracts and global stock holding agreements additionally ensure our customers the best price and immediate availability. Cost-saving potential along the supply chain Procurement costs Further administrative savings accrue to our customers who leverage the huge breadth and depth of our product offerings to consolidate their number of suppliers, reduce their number of orders and bundle their shipments. Angst + Pfister s multiple sales channels can be tailored to your procurement needs, while our flexible electronic order processing options allow easy connectivity to almost any ERP system. By effectively serving the leaders from some of the world s most demanding industries, we stay on the cutting edge of the latest supply chain management tools. Procurement costs Cost of goods Inventory costs Material handling costs Total supply chain costs 20% (50% saving potential) 30% (10% saving potential) 30% (25% saving potential) 20% (50% saving potential) 100% ( 30% saving potential) Total cost Saving potential
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18 Sales Channels Customers are free to choose their sales channel based on their preferred level of process automation, product availability and technical consulting. Angst + Pfister reaches the market through three primary sales channels each uniquely tailored to meet the requirements of specific customers. Direct sales Headquartered in seven countries, the Angst + Pfister sales team stands ready to support you anyplace across Europe or China. Product Application Engineers are available to bring their specific technical expertise to your premises. They visit customers and deliver customized engineering solutions by working closely with your engineers and R&D staff. International Key Account Managers and Sales Application Engineers provide integrated supply chain solutions through close collaboration with our customers procurement and operational managers. An internal sales team is available in each country to provide additional technical support, price information and confirmation of product availability. Certified partners Angst + Pfister maintains a highly selective network of certified partners spread throughout Europe who are capable of supplying a wide range of standard and customized components onsite. With the certified partner business model, a full partnership is established to ensure consistency with Angst + Pfister s core competencies. The relationship consists of a clearly defined customer platform, a joint business plan and intensive exchange of information between the two partners. APSOparts online shop APSOparts (shop.angst-pfister.com) is our online shop offering more than 150,000 high-quality industrial components. Each business customer receives a login ID that enables direct access to standard product prices, product availability, delivery details and purchase history 24/7. The procedure for placing an order with a variety of delivery options is extremely efficient. A simple order upload option from.xls or.txt files further increases procurement administration productivity. Standard electronic order processes like EDI are also available.
19 International Network Since its founding in 1920, the Angst+Pfister Group has grown from a small local Zurich-based company into a globally operating enterprise. Today, the Angst + Pfister Group is present with wholly owned subsidiaries in Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Italy, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and China. The group s success stems from tirelessly striving to harness innovative and transformative ideas in order to provide customers with the best possible service and a decisive competitive advantage. International business is an integral part of Angst + Pfister s more than 90-year heritage; it leads to creative industry solutions and great innovations in collaboration with our customers. In keeping with our legacy, our goal is to forge a mutually successful future with our more than 60,000 customers by combining technical expertise and process efficiency with the traditional values of a solid Swiss company. www.angst-pfister.com
Core Competencies We save our customers hundreds of thousands of euros each year through customized engineering solutions, enhancing procurement efficiency and optimizing supply chain management. Switzerland Angst + Pfister AG Thurgauerstrasse 66, Postfach, CH-8052 Zürich Phone +41 (0)44 306 61 11 Fax +41 (0)44 302 18 71 ch@angst-pfister.com Angst + Pfister SA Chemin de la Papeterie 1, CH-1290 Versoix Phone +41 (0)22 979 28 00 Fax +41 (0)22 979 28 78 ch@angst-pfister.com France Angst + Pfister SA Boîte postale 50115, 33, rue des Chardonnerets ZAC Paris Nord ll, FR-95950 Roissy CDG CEDEX Phone +33 (0)1 48 63 20 80 Fax +33 (0)1 48 63 26 90 fr@angst-pfister.com Germany Angst + Pfister GmbH Schulze-Delitzsch-Strasse 38, DE-70565 Stuttgart Phone +49 (0)711 48 999 2-0 Fax +49 (0)711 48 999 2-69 de@angst-pfister.com Austria Angst + Pfister Ges.m.b.H. Floridsdorfer Hauptstrasse 1/E, AT-1210 Wien Phone +43 (0)1 258 46 01-0 Fax +43 (0)1 258 46 01-98 at@angst-pfister.com Italy Angst + Pfister S.p.A. Via Montefeltro 4, IT-20156 Milano Phone +39 02 30087.1 Fax +39 02 30087.100 sales@angst-pfister.it Netherlands Angst + Pfister B.V. Boerhaavelaan 19, NL-2713 HA Zoetermeer Phone +31 (0)79 320 3700 Fax +31 (0)79 320 3799 nl@angst-pfister.com Belgium Angst + Pfister N.V. S.A. Kleine Laan 26c, BE-9100 Sint-Niklaas Phone +32 (0)3 778 0128 Fax +32 (0)3 777 8398 be@angst-pfister.com China Angst + Pfister Trade (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. Rm 1402, West Tower, Zhong Rong Hengrui Building No. 560 Zhangyang Road, CN-Shanghai 200122 Phone +86 21 5169 5005 Fax +86 21 5835 8618 cn@angst-pfister.com the Angst+Pfister ster online shop 08.8610.3002 A+P Group_NP 12.2010_5000 EN_ODW www.angst-pfister.com