The Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

Capturing the Product and Process Design

What you'll learn
The Production Part Approval Process, PPAP
The 18 core elements of PPAP
Where and when PPAP are used
The benefits of PPAP
An explanation of the 5 PPAP levels
A review of the Process FMEA, Design FMEA, Measurement System Analysis, Process Control Plan, and the other PPAP documents
A review of an actual completed PPAP package
A review of downloadable Excel templates of the PPAP forms

Requirements
General knowledge of manufacturing
General knowledge of new product launches

Description
The Product Part Approval Process, commonly called "PPAP", is used around the world in a variety of industries including automotive, aerospace, appliance, agriculture, and heavy truck as the "final gate" before launching a new part into production. The purpose of thee PPAP system is to 1) determine if the supplier understands the part's engineering requirements, and 2) if the supplier is capable of consistently meeting those requirements.

You will learn how and why to use PPAP, the benefits of the system, and a detailed overview of each of the core 18 elements including

1. Design record

2. Authorized Engineering Change Documents

3. Customer Engineering Approval

4. Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)

5. Process Flow Diagram (PFD)

6. Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)

7. Process Control Plan

8. Measurement System Analysis (MSA) Studies

9. Dimensional Results

10. Material and Performance Test Results

11. Initial Process Studies

12. Qualified Laboratory Documentation

13. Appearance Approval Report (AAR)

14. Sample Production Parts

15. Master Sample

16. Checking Aids

17. Customer-specific Requirements

18. Part Submission Warrant (PSW)

By signing up for this class, you not only get 2+ hours of high-quality, practical training on the PPAP system, but also a set of PPAP templates that you can download and adapt to your own organization.

PPAP skills are an essential part of the quality professional's skill set. They are in demand and highly transferable across industries and organizations. The working knowledge of PPAP's you gain in this class will give you the "upper hand" you've been looking for to advance your career.

The class is also fully aligned with the AIAG PPAP manual, and will also fulfill the "Core Tools" auditor training as required by IATF 16949:2016.

Regardless of your industry, if you're looking for solid training on the established PPAP process (without breaking you bank), this is the class for you!! Sign up today.

Who this course is for
Quality managers
Quality engineers
Quality auditors
New product launch specialists
Supply chain professionals
Manufacturing professionals