Quality Control
Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution.
Automation Plastics utilizes a fully-programmable CMM combined with optical vision measuring systems to ensure part dimensional accuracy.
Quality Policy
It is the Policy of Automation Plastics Corporation to commit the effort and resources necessary to ensure the shipment of products that meet or exceed the Quality Standards expected by our customers. We recognize that each individual in our organization directly or indirectly affects Product Quality, On-Time Delivery, Customer Service, and Product Cost. Through Continuous Improvement, our goal is to satisfy our customers while providing a safe, rewarding place to work.
Maintaining High Quality Standards with Coordinate Measuring Machine
Our Mitutoyo CRYSTA-Apex S776 CMM with scanning ability allows us to perform detailed PPAP’s, in-process checks, capability studies, and reverse engineer both parts and tooling components. With its 700mm X 700mm X 600mm range and 1.7+3L/1000μm (ISO-10360-2:2009) accuracy, it is well suited for the vast majority of products and tooling we deal with. The scanning ability allows us to generate hundreds of data points on a feature in the same time, or sometimes faster, than typical touch probe technology.
OMIS II Vision Metrology System
Automation Plastics routinely uses the RAM Optical OMIS II Vision System to verify molded part profile features smaller than .002”. Using RAM’s eBx Measurement Software with accuracy of .000001” (1 microinch), autofocus, edge detection, and programmable lighting, the RAM system perfectly complements our Mitutoyo S776 CMM. This capability is also perfectly suited for analysis and evaluation of high cavitation (up to 128 cavities) fast cycle (4 seconds) mold components and precision molded parts. The end result is increased customer confidence in the quality and consistency of our products.
In Process Vision Inspection
7S System
Automation Plastics embraces the principles of "Safety" and "Spirit" in our application of the traditional Lean manufacturing concept of 5S. The 7S system is a lean manufacturing tool that improves workplace efficiency and eliminates waste.
Sort
Removing unnecessary tools and materials from a workspace. Only what is needed at a given station should be kept there; this frees up space for the rest of the process.
Set in Order
Carefully organizing the materials and tools that remain after the Sort step: “a place for everything, and everything in its place.” Organized work spaces can be used more efficiently and effectively.
Shine
Routine cleaning of the work area, tools, and equipment. A clean work area prevents clutter or dirt from hiding potential problems, and improves the working life of equipment.
Standardize
Documenting what’s being done so those improvements can be shared across the facility and into the future. This makes the new approach part of normal business.
Sustain
It is the Policy of Automation Plastics Corporation to commit the effort and resources necessary to ensure the shipment of products that meet or exceed the Quality Standards expected by our customers.
Spirit
Changing and maintaining the corporate culture with employee engagement at all levels.
Safety
An organization that prioritizes Safety experiences dividends in terms of credibility, caring, compassion, and respect. These attributes of a world class organization are key to a culture of continuous improvement and the empowerment of people.