Project Overview
A major automotive OEM required interior trim components with consistent color over a long production program. The project demanded perfect color matching across multiple batches and years.
Challenge
- Color Consistency: Perfect match over 5+ years
- Material: PP-T20 for automotive interior applications
- Volume: 2M+ units over program life
- IATF Certification: Automotive quality requirements
- Cost: Continuous improvement over program life
Solution
Color Management
- Masterbatch color system for consistency
- Spectrophotometer verification on every batch
- Color standards maintained and tracked
- SPC for color monitoring
Quality Systems
- IATF 16949 certified processes
- Color verification per production lot
- Aging and UV testing for colorfastness
- Continuous improvement program
Results
| Metric | Target | Achieved |
|---|---|---|
| Program Duration | 5 years | 5+ years |
| Color Consistency | ΔE < 1.5 | ΔE < 0.8 |
| Color Rejections | <100 PPM | 0 PPM |
| Total Volume | 1.5M units | 2M+ units |
| Cost Reduction | 10%/year | 15%/year |
Customer Testimonial
“CoreLMould’s color consistency is remarkable. 5 years, 2M+ parts, and perfect color match throughout. Best-in-class color management.”
- Quality Manager, Major Automotive OEM