There are many benefits to working with an ISO Registered mold making facility, including quality product and cost savings to the buyer. ISO quality standards are recognized internationally as the set of quality standards for various industries worldwide to measure performance in their processes, which encompasses all business processes whether they be service or production related. Most suppliers to the Automotive industry must be registered to either ISO9001 or ISO/TS16949, providing uniform measurements to rate suppliers in a global economy.
Globally recognized quality standards give Automakers around the globe consistent quality procedures and standards to measure the performance of their suppliers, in quality and service. This makes the job of the purchasing agent more streamlined in choosing suppliers, and takes some of the burden off when qualifying suppliers to their supply chain. Most suppliers, even 2nd and 3rd tier suppliers, must be registered to ISO standards and provide a Certificate of Conformance. This gives peace of mind to Automakers around the world that their suppliers are adhering to their Quality Policy and performing continual improvement in all processes to remain competitive. Continual improvement projects that focus on increased cycle times, or reduced purchasing costs can be passed on to the Automotive customer, providing even more value as an ISO registered mold shop. Michiana Global Mold is an ISO Registered mold making shop, practicing continual improvement with top down management. We combine the latest in technology with our vast experience to provide the best options for injection molds, beginning with a detailed and thorough injection mold design. Our design engineers are the best in the business, with extensive experience using our CAD/CAM software and equipment. Our journeymen mold makers are accustomed to constructing complex injection molds for high volume, custom injection molding. We build the challenging tools that other mold makers shy away from. Michiana Global Mold is experienced with all types of molds, including insert cavities, cold and hot runner tools, shuttle molds, three-plate tools and any other mold type required. We meet tight tolerances and even tighter deadlines with quality injection molds, built right the first time. We provide sample parts and reports, and all required tool status reports. Michiana Global Mold offers discounts with our off-shore injection mold making partner, rebate programs for high-volume tool requirements, and FREE design consultations. Contact Michiana Global Mold today to speak with one of our skilled mold designers and learn how we can assist you with your next injection mold making project. We are an ISO9001:2015 Registered mold making facility with vast experience building custom, precision injection molds for demanding industries including Automotive.
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ISO 9001 is a set of internationally recognized standards that provides a uniform way of measuring a company’s internal quality systems. ISO was first introduced in 1987, and is administered by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
The latest version of ISO9001:2015 is replacing the prior version from 2008, as a new standard is introduced about every seven years. When first introduced in 1987, the standards focused on documentation, saying what you do, and how you do it. Defining job descriptions, work instructions, and quality checks and balances was a big part of the initial introduction of ISO standards. The updated version that came next in 1994 enhanced upon “say what you do”, and added “say what you do, and do what you say” (and prove it). Further documentation was required to show that you are actually doing what you say you are doing. Internal audits are emphasized with honest findings, and corrective actions. The ISO updates in 2000 turned focus to “continual improvement” and “customer satisfaction”. Continual improvement projects must be identified, and customer satisfaction must be measured. The ISO9001:2008 version went into greater depth of all prior versions, emphasizing processes, process owners, measurable goals and how they impact continual improvement and total customer satisfaction. With the most recent updates of ISO9001:2015, there is even greater emphasis on business management and leadership, and top-down management involvement. Each employee should be aware of the organization’s mission statement, quality policy, and what their role is in achieving these goals. Top management should be involved with communicating the quality management system, and the importance of each employee’s role to the organization. ISO9001:2015 puts more emphasis on risk based thinking, and having contingency plans in place. The bottom line is that businesses that adhere to an ISO compliant quality system are poised for the future, with quality systems in place that focus on total customer satisfaction. Total customer satisfaction reaps many benefits in customer retention, increased volume of business, and new business referrals. The efficiencies recognized when implementing ISO leads to cost-efficient improvements, thus saving time and money. Michiana Global Mold is a superior plastic injection mold designer registered to ISO9001:2015 in the United States, and ISO9001:2008 in China. We offer offshore mold making options, rebate programs and high-volume discounts. Contact us today for a FREE injection mold design consultation. Supplying the Automotive industry with plastic injection molds poses challenges unique to that industry, with complex designs, quick lead times and tight budgets. Not to mention the tight tolerances required of molds designed for critical components used in assemblies for items such as air bags, brakes, throttle bodies and solenoids, and various electro-mechanical switches.
Save Valuable Time with the Right CAD/CAM Software With the right CAD/CAM software, an injection mold designer can save valuable long hours entering critical dimensions for automotive components. The capabilities of computer aided designs can increase capacity so much that a mold designer can take on new business, and drastically improve lead times with current customers. Most OEMs demand CAD/CAM capability of their injection mold suppliers, as the automotive industry is focused on increasing profit margins with quick turnaround, from any supplier. You have to have a fast response time as a valuable participant in the automotive supply chain. The right CAD/CAM software can increase your value-added services with this important partnership. Increase Profit Margin with CAD/CAM in Mold Making With faster response times and increased capacity comes an increase in profit margin. Having skilled design engineers knowledgeable with your CAD design software is vital for increased productivity. Ease of Modifications and File Sharing Most leading CAD/CAM software programs allow for ease in file sharing, enhancing advanced quality planning as designers, engineers and OEMs can view and adjust for critical areas. Problematic dimensions are identified quickly and shared all design participants for quick and viable solutions. When incorporated with skilled and experienced designers, modifying and sharing CAD files is a valuable benefit. Michiana Global Mold utilizes the latest in technologically advanced CAD/CAM software with skilled and experienced mold designers. Our designers are experienced with SolidWorks, UniGraphics, Mold Flow Analysis, and all computer aided milling centers. Michiana Global Mold is an ISO Registered mold making facility serving OEMs worldwide with high performing, precision injection molds for complex automotive components. Contact us today for a free cost estimate of your next injection mold project requirements. Copper and brass forgings provide high density parts with very accurate dimensions, achieving a high level of consistency. Brass forgings are used in several commercial and industrial applications such as automotive, aerospace, marine, transportation, plumbing, lawn and garden, heating and cooling and even the medical industry. Brass forgings are also used to provide durable strength in architectural applications. Due to the precision required of brass forgings used in critical applications, you need a brass forging die maker with expertise in tool making skills. Michiana Global Mold is a full-service tool and machine shop with vast expertise in manufacturing various molds and tooling, made with top quality components and precision accuracy. We have a large capacity modern tool making facility located in the heart of the Midwest in Mishawaka, IN, where we have been supplying quality molds and tooling for over 50 years! We specialize in complex, precision tooling and brass forging dies, manufactured to your specification within +/- .001”, and on time. Michiana Global tackles the complex designs and intricate tooling that others shy away from. With confidence and experience, we can manufacture your brass forging dies within your tight tolerances, and deliver high volume projects on time. We manufacture forging dies with a heat treated and polished finish, for single or mass produced production requirements. With a full-service tool shop, we also do engineering changes if necessary, saving you time and money. We utilize a full line of CNC machines manufacturing brass forging dies with cost effective, efficient solutions, giving you the best value. Our expert design an engineering team can provide a free design consultation or provide reverse engineering services with our experience and CAD/CAM software and equipment. We adhere all processes to our strict quality policy as an ISO registered mold and machine shop. Established since 1964, Michiana Global Mold has over 50 years of experience providing custom, precision injection molds, tooling and forging dies. Contact us today for a free design consultation and to see how we can save you money on your procurement of brass forging dies. Automotive injection mold makers have enhanced the auto industry for decades now, and for good reason. Injection molding provides consistency, high volume and low cost. It takes an injection mold maker with speed, efficiency, and a main focus on quality and continual improvement to supply automakers with satisfactory product, service and price. Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) Automotive injection mold makers must practice APQP to satisfy the requirements of automakers today. During this process the cross functional team reviews the product and process design and development, product validation, and assessment with corrective action. This ensures that any changes are identified, improved design and implementation techniques are addressed, and resources are allocated correctly. APQP is a vital step for automotive injection mold makers. ISO 9001:2015 Automotive injection mold making companies are well familiar with the quality standards established by ISO9001 and ISO/TS16949, which is the globally recognized quality management standard for the automotive industry. ISO Registration brings together standards from across the United States and all of Europe and provides a framework for best practice with regards to the design and manufacture of products for the automotive supply chain. By following these policies, automotive mold makers are continuously evaluating their products and processes for current effectiveness, and areas of improvement. Total Customer Satisfaction Injection Mold makers today must practice continual improvement in all processes in order to achieve total customer satisfaction. In the Automotive industry, you need a mold builder to be responsive and act quickly, while considering all options and offering the best tooling practices to the automotive customer. Responsiveness to any and all issues, engineering changes, documentation and sharing cost reduction initiatives are all standard practice for the experienced automotive injection mold maker. Michiana Global Mold is Registered to ISO 9001:2015, implementing our Quality Policy throughout the organization with top down management involvement. We have been an experienced injection mold supplier to the automotive supply chain for over 52 years. Contact us today to see how we can assist you with your automotive mold making needs. |
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