V&F Transformer has recently put the finishing touches on an agreement to begin production right outside of Monterey Mexico. The facility, which has been in operation for nearly 10 years, allows V&F Transformer the ability to offer a low cost/reduced lead time production option to its customers. The Aqualagos Facility in cooperation with V&F Transformer’s China and Chicago operations allows V&F to meet the price, lead time, and quality requirements of all customers.

V&F Transformer completed the rigorous approval process in record time demonstrating the organization's well documented and maintained Quality Management System as well as a competency in Statistical Process control and familiarity with the PPAP program.   

Dean Foderaro Jr. will further his education through Loyola University of Chicago’s Executive MBA Program. The program is designed at providing business executives with an advanced, internationally focused, and well rounded education in Business Administration. The program is facilitated by senior, tenured professors and an impressive group of adjunct professors consisting of experts in the different disciplines of Business Administration. Dean Foderaro Jr. will be among the youngest to earn acceptance to the program and V&F is looking forward to the benefits of having an MBA in the organization’s ranks.

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In a move, consistent with V&F Transformer’s dedication to qualiy assurance, V&F Transformer has purchase the Harrington Group Quality Management System and implementation will begin immediately.

This internet based computer program will allow V&F to maintain, track, and efficiently revise computerized versions of all production critical and control sensitive documents, track crucial corrective and preventative actions, as well as manage equipment maintenance, calibration activities, and facilitate a wide spread and requirement directed training program. The HQMS system is internet based and will be implemented at all V&F Transformer Facilities.

V&F’s Dean Foderaro Jr. and Larry NeJame of the Harrington Group have been developing this agreement over the past several months, and the entire V&F Team is very excited and positive they have chosen the right product. Dean Foderaro Jr. will be overseeing the implementation and will be spending time at the Harrington Group Facility during the month of August for training and to develop a proper implementation program.

Visit the Harrington Group Web Site and learn more about the HQMS system by clicking on the link below: http://www.harrington-group.com/

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V&F Transformer Corporation is proud to announce that EPM Corporation will now be representing the organization in the state of Florida.  EPM Corporation and its founder Steve Zucker is familiar with magnetic transformers and their many uses as well as having extensive knowledge in the arena of contract manufacturing. V&F Transformer is extremely excited about the opportunity to work with such a well respected organization!   

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V&F Transformer Corporation is proud to announce that Glasscock Associates will now be representing the organization in the states of Maryland, Virginia, and the territory of Washington D.C. Wayne Glasscock is a veteran of the magnetic industry as well as a degreed Electrical Engineer. V&F welcomes his experience and expertise and looks forward to exploring the new territory!   

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Ed Moe, a specialist in large kVA Transformers has joined the V&F Transformer team.  His knowledge and experience with standard, as well as custom transformers has made him a tremendous asset to the organization.  Ed has also begun training under several of V&F Transformer’s engineers to begin designing and developing medium sized transformers as well, thus eventually expanding his range of expertise.  With prior experience at a very respected transformer house V&F Transformer is happy to welcome Ed to the team and foresee him being an integral player in V&F Transformer’s continued success.  

New! Dennis Bonkrud joins the V&F Transformer Team

Dennis Bonkrud a production engineer who specializes in print documentation and large kVA testing has joined the V&F Transformer Team.  His expertise in the use of Autocad and his knowledge of transformer design and electric principles makes Dennis a tremendous asset to the V&F team.  Look for his mark, figuratively and literally on all future V&F product drawings and print packages!

New! V&F Transformer and Cimpro Consulting join together to ensure best in class Quality!

V&F Transformer and Cimpro Quality Consultants have signed a long term consulting agreement.  The agreement is aimed at providing support to V&F’s Quality Program through improved process development by implementation of Lean principles and supporting continuous improvement activities throughout the facility.  This agreement was brokered through the Elgin Community College and includes several education programs that will help V&F Transformer employees grow and meet their career development goals within the organization.     

V&F Transformer will be attending the Design 2 Part Show on May 5th-6th, 2009 in Schaumburg, Illinois.  The show will spotlight OEM’s and Suppliers for over 300 Different Industries and V&F will be exhibiting it’s products and capabilities in booth number 420.  Please visit the ww.D2P.com web site to register for free admission and free parking and come and visit V&F Transformer!  Not only will V&F Sales Representatives and OEM Sales Specialists be present but also several V&F engineers and management!  If you have any questions about the show please contact Marianne Mels at 630-497-8070 Ext. 131.   

V&F Transformer Corporation Goes Lean!

In pursuance of our Continuous Improvement Road Map V&F Transformer Corporation has begun their journey towards becoming a Lean Organization.  Cimpro has been contracted to train 12 members of V&F Transformer’s manufacturing team as well as the front office, sales, and executive staff in the ways of Lean Manufacturing.  The four month long program will conclude in early March with 2 full fledged Kaizan Events!  The benefits are already starting to roll in!  Look for reports in the new future detailing the actions and benefits of these initial 2 and future events. 

NEW Product Approvals

V&F Transformer Corporation has been busy in the last year acquiring agency approvals for their designed and manufactured product.  These are a few of our latest Underwriters Laboratory Approvals:

• 15-500 kVA Single and 3-Phase, Copper and Aluminum, Enclosed and Open Core and Coil Transformer Approval (U.L.)

• Air Core Ripple Filter Approval:  Primarily used for the elevator industry V&F Transformer has become one of the few organizations to obtain this C.S.A. Approval. 

Roger Fish Joins the V&F Engineering Team!

Roger Fish, a specialist in large kVA Transformer design and engineering has joined the V&F engineering team.  His experience includes up to and well beyond V&F’s current capabilities.  His design expertise is in large 3 phase transformers and reactive magnetics as well as in the field of potted/encapsulated transformers.  With over 30 years experience in the field and with such organizations as Sola/Heavy Duty and Olsun Electric he is a welcomed addition to the team.  His presence has improved V&F’s already impressive engineering line-up.

OEM Sales Specialist Bill Dick Joins the V&F Team!

Specializing in large kVA Transformers, and Potted/Encapsulated Transformers, Bill Dick brings experience and sales expertise to the V&F Transformer Corporation staff.  Based out of Cleveland, Ohio Bill Dick will handle sales for the Ohio and the East Coast of the United States.  As a degreed Electrical Engineer, with design experience, he understands the application of inductor and transformer products.

Electra Reps Joins the V&F Team!