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I am submitting my first process PPAP and am a little over my head.
I have the list of PPAP part submission requirements but it is a little confusing to me.
Part 7, initial process studies. If we are producing the same part on a new machine(not new process), how many samples should we be testing? Im trying to get 30 samples for specialized characteristics (length, OD, ID, etc).
Do I need to submit cpK results for these 30 pieces? is 30 enough? (we only make 150 at a time).
Can I just submit dimensional results since this is not a new process, just a new machine to run the same process? I was hired in for my expertise in quality management, and from working in another industry (plastics) I am failing to meet the bar in short notice on PPAP specifications.
My studies indicate I need APQP planning and checklists, design record, process FMEA, flow diagrams, control plans, gage R&R and dimensional analysis to go with my part submission warrant. Do I also need to include cpK studies? My predecessor seemingly has sent only cover letter, dimensional analysis, design specs, control plan and FMEA with the PSW. I find his highly inadequate but am getting no upper management support.
Thanks for your help
Sincerely,
Way over his head.....
I have the list of PPAP part submission requirements but it is a little confusing to me.
Part 7, initial process studies. If we are producing the same part on a new machine(not new process), how many samples should we be testing? Im trying to get 30 samples for specialized characteristics (length, OD, ID, etc).
Do I need to submit cpK results for these 30 pieces? is 30 enough? (we only make 150 at a time).
Can I just submit dimensional results since this is not a new process, just a new machine to run the same process? I was hired in for my expertise in quality management, and from working in another industry (plastics) I am failing to meet the bar in short notice on PPAP specifications.
My studies indicate I need APQP planning and checklists, design record, process FMEA, flow diagrams, control plans, gage R&R and dimensional analysis to go with my part submission warrant. Do I also need to include cpK studies? My predecessor seemingly has sent only cover letter, dimensional analysis, design specs, control plan and FMEA with the PSW. I find his highly inadequate but am getting no upper management support.
Thanks for your help
Sincerely,
Way over his head.....

