Six Sigma Quality
| We understand that quality is extremely important for mission-critical parts, and we have developed quality systems that have been approved by major customers like SKF, Volvo, Caterpillar, Alfa-Laval, Knorr Brake, National Oil Varco, NTN-BCA, Timken and Siemens. |  |
One outstanding testament to the success of these systems is that our current PPM rating is less than 350 PPM (4.89 Sigma), meaning 999,650 parts per every million produced meet or exceed our customers’ requirements — this performance is half the industry average.
ISO CertificationOur ISO 9001 registered quality system assures you of repeatability and a dependable supply of parts that meet or exceed your requirements. But no quality system runs itself; indeed, much of the system depends on those who administer and execute it. |
Employee-OwnedAt Flinchbaugh, our dedication to quality is enhanced by employee ownership. That means owners are implementing these quality systems, looking for ways to reduce waste and continually improve the way we perform and deliver for you. A tour of our facilities demonstrates this, and we invite you to come and talk with our owners on the floor and in the office about how they drive quality throughout our operations and the entire organization. |
Total Productive MaintenanceWe employ Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) to improve and maintain our equipment at optimal levels. Mandatory participation in annual TPM events drives employee involvement and commitment to minimizing unscheduled downtime and ongoing capital requirements. In 2007, TPM was completed on 105 machines resulting in less than 2% unscheduled downtime and reducing capital expenditures by 80%. Our quality department regularly prepares PPAP documentation, including Process Flow Plans, Process FMEAs, Dimensional Results, Material Test Results, SPC, Control Plans and Part Submission Warrants. |