6 Quality Core Tools
6 Quality Core Tools
APQP
PPAP
FMEA
Control Plan
MSA
SPC
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List Of Quality Core Tools
1.APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
2.FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)
3.Control Plans
4.MSA (Measurement System Analysis)
5.SPC (Statistical Process Control)
6.PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
Ashutosh Patil
Quality Core Tools aim
•Prevent defects from occurring.
•Ensure that quality is maintained throughout the
product lifecycle.
•Standardize processes for continuous improvement.
•Provide a structured, data-driven approach to
problem-solving.
•Foster clear communication and collaboration across
teams and suppliers
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AIAG Core Tools Latest Edition
Core Tools Standard Edition
APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) 3rd Edition 2024
FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) 4th Edition
VDA FMEA Handbook 1st edition 2019
Control Plans New (2024)
MSA (Measurement System Analysis) 4th Edition
SPC (Statistical Process Control) 2nd Edition
Ashutosh Patil
1. APQP - Advanced Product Quality Planning
Definition: Advanced product quality planning (APQP)
establishes new products and processes that are successful in
meeting customer requirements.
APQP helps identify critical to quality sub-systems from the
client’s perspective. .
PPAP is an output of APQP processes and techniques.
Purpose: Identify potential issues early in the design phase to
prevent costly defects later.
Key Steps:
Product Planning and Definition
Product Design and Development
Process Design and Development
Product and Process Validation
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2. FMEA - Failure Modes and Effects Analysis
Definition: A method to identify and analyze potential
failure modes in a system or process.
Purpose: Proactively assess risks and their impact on
the system.
Steps:
Identify potential failure modes.
Analyze the effects of each failure.
Prioritize based on severity, occurrence, and
detection.
Develop action plans to address risks.
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3. Control Plans
Definition: A detailed document outlining the controls and
monitoring methods for ensuring consistent product
quality.
Purpose: Ensure that processes are controlled to meet the
product specifications.
Contents:
Process flow
Control methods (inspection, testing)
Acceptance criteria
Frequency of checks
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4. MSA - Measurement System Analysis
Definition: Measurement statistical analysis (MSA) is the
practice of using statistical tools such as a gage R&R to
determine if a measurement system is capable of precise
measurement
Purpose: The purpose of MSA is to assure that a selected
measurement system delivers reliable results with
repeatability and reproducibility.
Key Element:
Accuracy: How close measurements are to the true value.
Precision: How repeatable measurements are.
Consistency: How much variation is introduced by the
measurement system
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5. SPC - Statistical Process Control
Definition: Statistical process control (SPC) is the
method of collecting measurements on
manufacturing processes or products as
actionable quality-driven data. This data is used
to monitor levels of manufacturing quality and
control processes.
Purpose: Detect variations in processes and
prevent defects.
Tools:
• Control charts
• Process capability analysis
• Histograms
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6. PPAP - Production Part Approval Process
Definition: The Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) is a
standardized process in the automotive and aerospace
industries that helps manufacturers and suppliers
communicate and approve production designs and processes
before, during, and after manufacture. There are 5 PPAP
submission levels which determine the PPAP requirements.
Purpose: Confirm the process capability and ensure
that the product meets design specifications.
Steps:
Submission of samples, data, and documents to
the customer.
Validation of production processes.
Approval for full-scale production
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