Tool transfer

1. Disclosure of existing documentation a. Production part print b. Gauge/fixture print. Tool drawings and tool maintenance record. c. Molding and change-over instructions d. Last 12 months’ process capability (control dimensions only)

2. Documentation conversion at new molder (Crestwood) a. Create BOM. b. Measure samples from previous supplier which have been approved c. Create metrology instructions d. Create inspection report e. Create visual inspection report f. Create work instructions g. Set up tool identification package

3. Tool evaluation a. Document tool features, including a photo\video b. Document tool wear c. Measure gate sizes d. Establish a preliminary preventive maintenance schedule

4. Validation sample a. Create visual set-up instructions b. Create process window sheet c. Document process-related issues d. Document tooling-related issues e. Measure samples (one part/cavity) f. Run a Crestwood Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) short run to confirm capability

5. Qualification process a. Qualification documentation record sheet b. Process Failure Effect Mode Analysis (PFEMA). c. Part print d. Insert print (if applicable) d. Print acceptance form (PA) e. First-article inspection (FAI) f. Capability index (control dimensions only) f. Gauge repeatability and reproducibility g. Tool evaluation. h. Material certification