PGK Presentation

Specialists in the
Development of Vehicle
Interior Systems

"Solution providers for your in-
house and outsourced Interior
engineering requirements"

General Introduction to PGK 2012

1

At PGK, We Understand Great Products

Interior & Exterior involvement: Aston Martin DB9 > Audi A8 > Bentley Continental GT > BMW 5, 7, X3, X5 Series >
Chrysler Prowler > DAF Trucks > Ford Focus, Flex, 2011 Explorer > GM, Corvette, Tahoe, Yukon > Jaguar, S, X > Land
Rover, Range Rover, LR2 > MAN Trucks > Mercedes A, C, E, M, G, S, Class, Actros Truck Series > Mastercraft Prostar
> Mini > Mitsubishi > Navistar Trucks > Nissan, Versa > Opel Astra > Peterbilt Trucks > Rolls Royce Phantom > Smart
> Standard Taxi > Tesla Model S > Toyota > Volvo > VW 2

Who We Are
Passionate about Interiors

 PGK is a forward-thinking, innovative automotive
design and engineering company.
 Customer and employee focused
 Specialists in the development of vehicle interiors
and advanced transportation and have been
contracted to develop some of the worlds’ most
prestigious vehicle interiors
 Over 30 years of experience. We understand and
are passionate about… “Automotive Interiors”
 Environmentally responsible in our designs and
business practices. ISO 9001:2008 Certified
 We are about people and are actively engaged in
the community with charitable involvement.
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Our Business Areas
Design with Manufacturing Intent
 Engineering Product Development Experts
implementing advanced technologies and processes
covering design, product engineering, DFM,
craftsmanship, PQ, materials innovation, 3D visualization,
simulation and proven program management techniques.
 Technology Management presents trend setting
technology, advanced product materials and software
solutions, to help assist our Clients in the develop of
“world class” products.
 Staffing Solutions offers an in-depth knowledge in vehicle
interiors, safety and exterior systems to our Clients, both
“on site” and within our facilities.
 PGK has certified training programs in engineering and
design.
 Global Alliance Partners gives PGK a presence
throughout the USA, Korea, China, India, Mexico and
Germany.

The Goal > Speed to Market
Experience, Processes & Tools to Get You There Faster

 Tools that support global OEM’s, Tier Suppliers and Material Manufacturers
in the research, development, design and engineering of innovative products
 Maximize product performance, functionality and desirability to improve
consumer satisfaction, brand loyalty and profitability
 Define product characteristics > benchmark the competition > offer intelligent
cost effective solutions > we bring innovative product ideas to the table
 Using 3D visualization technologies, we help eliminate design risk to lower
the number of prototype parts and reduce program costs
 Our Client list speaks for itself:


Our Product Expertise
Specialized in Vehicle Interiors and Transportation Design & Development

 Interior systems, including instrument panels, consoles, door trims,
overhead, safety restraint systems, air vents, seating systems, HVAC,
electrical, acoustic, soft trim, trunks, decorative trim, speaker grills, energy
absorbers, cover materials, vinyl, leather, paints, polymers, natural fibers,
plastics...
 Exterior components, including fascias, lighting, exterior décor, mirrors,
grilles, wheel-liners, spoilers, acoustics…


Product Engineering Services
From Concept to Vehicle Launch with Design Intent

 With industry insight and creativity our products differentiate themselves from the
competition. They are developed to the highest levels of craftsmanship,
functionality, cost effectiveness and environmental awareness.
 Proof of concept and feasibility, industrial engineering, DFM, intelligent
benchmarking, package studies, Class A surface development, human engineering,
ergo, predictive engineering, PQ & craftsmanship, materials & applications,
dimensional management, program management.
 Virtual prototypes, 3D visualization and simulation through alliance partnerships
(RTT DeltaGen™ & Vistagy).

*Images generated by Icona in Aesthetica
*Images generated by Icona in Aesthetica


Engineering Experts
Our Network of Subject Matter Experts Offer In-Depth Knowledge In:

 Target cost attainment and cost distribution
 Competitive analysis, Benchmarking and Reverse
Engineering
 Voice of the customer feature content & targets
setting
 Perceived quality and craftsmanship targets
 Class A surface development
 Appearance, color & trim, materials
 Tooling definition and manufacturing optimization
 Program and tooling risk assessment


Virtual Engineering & Prototyping
PGK risk management reduces costs by utilizes innovative tools, and advanced technologies, CAE
critical testing, combined with proven program management techniques, to reduce the number of
design iterations, eliminate design risk and reduce program costs.

White Space Strategy/Vision Concept/Design Engineering Product Marketing Pre-production Production Optimization

Future Niche Product Market Strategic Concept Design Engineering Engineering Product Product Process Volume Continuous
Markets products strategy vision targets development confirmation development confirmation tooling validation maturation production Improvement

3D Visualization / Electronic / Virtual builds

Bucks Simulators Prototype Off-tools Off-process Saleable products

What differentiates PGK from others: YES
NO 1. Taking design intent to production
2. Defining Best in Class product solutions
3. Risk assessments in design &
production
4. Computer simulation & visualization
5. In economic tool definition & build
Costly physical prototype too late Substitute with virtual “life like” prototypes

Staffing Solutions
Serving Our Clients With Creative Staffing Solutions

 At PGK we are professional and passionate about our work, and we are dedicated
to helping our Clients with the best possible staffing solutions.
 Comprehensive employment and placement strategies for contract, contract-to-
hire, direct placement, full technical program support, executive search and
consultants
 Customized solutions that deliver qualified talent at competitive rates
 An MSP (Main Service Provider)/VMP (Vendor Management Provider)
 Veteran owned and registered supplier to the U.S. Government
 ISO 9001:2008 Certified


Staffing Solutions
Serving Our Clients With Creative Staffing Solutions

Technical Professional Manufacturing
Design, Engineering, R&D Administration Production, Quality
 Design/CAD CATIA, UGNX,  Human Resources  Automation
Pro E, I-DEAS  Accounting  JIT
 Production Engineering  Clerical  Industrial
 Engineering (Plastics,  Customer Services  Maintenance
Mechanical, Electrical)  Executive  Production
 Program Management  Finance  Prototype
 Dimensional Engineering  Managerial  Quality
 R&D  Procurement  Shipping & Receiving
 Validation  Administrative  Skilled Trades
 IT Software Support
 Tooling
 Technical Support
 Part Quality Control


Advanced Education & Training
Customized training solutions in Design, Product quality, PQ, Competitive intelligence.

 PGK has been developing and running client and
employee training courses for many years

 Employees trained in latest technologies, ensuring
quality personnel

 Corporate training initiatives utilizing state-funded
training grants awarded by the State of Michigan

 Collaborate with Michigan Technical Education Center
(MTEC)

 Support of undergraduate studies through Central
Michigan University (CMU)
 Bachelor of Science Degree in Vehicle Design
 First of its kind in the nation
 Founded in 1996 by Patrick Kirby in conjunction with CMU
 Founded Megatech Engineering Academy


To Summarize
What Can We Do to Help You?
 PGK is an automotive interiors focused innovation and technology
company. Our engineering staff and alliance partners have experience
working with all major OEM’s and Tiers, where we endeavor to use our
global knowledge and expertise to help develop “world-class” product
solutions.
 We help define “Best in Class” product solutions, reduce design risk by
simulating product aesthetics and manufacturing variation and provide an
innovative approach in prototype and production tooling.


Investing Intelligently in Engineering
Experts That Will Help Redefine Your Interiors

Thank you.

PGK Engineering Services
950 Stephenson Highway
Suite 208
Troy, MI 48083 USA
Phone +1 (248)290-0500

www.pgkengineering.com


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