Wire harnesses are used in everything from sports cars to washing machines and business jets to video arcade games. But, assembling them can be a daunting task. Choosing the right wire harness boards and fixtures can improve productivity.

Demands for higher quality and higher production volume have led to many innovations in wire termination.

Lean manufacturing concepts helped Arrow Electronics improve its assembly processes. But, progress was often short-lived. Read how this cable and wire harness assembler took lean manufacturing to the next level.

Forming a satisfactory crimp depends on the right combination of wire, terminal and tool.