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Customer Focused McLaughlin's cross-functional collaborative approach with our customers allows us to understand and exceed expectations and also effectively manage change. This collaborative approach also stimulates and enhances quality planning along with communication. The goal is to provide exceptional value to our customers."Quality First" ---------------- Quality certification - ISO 9001-2000  Design and Process FMEA Statistical Process Control Electronic tracking of corrective and preventive action Electronic tracking/repository of quality issues in the production process Six sigma trainingWeld inspection and testing: Ultrasonic weld inspection Die penetrate weld inspectionDimensional measuring and inspection equipment:  3-Axis computer aided CMM with 14" x 150" table 6-axis portable Romer's, infinite rotation of the arm's principal axes allowsinspection of hard-to-reach areas on cab structures and weldments Technicians are qualified to interpret & report Cartesian & GD&T design dimensions. Full array of inspection hand toolsMaterials testing: Surface hardness and impact testing of incoming "ROPS" material Chemical testing for passivation coatings on galvanized materialPaint testing: Non-destructive testing for dry film thickness Destructive testing for paint adhesion and paint film hardness GM9540P accelerated corrosion cycles ASTM B117 accelerated "salt fog" corrosion testing The Auto Technology Cyclic Corrosion Test (CCT) Chamber creates a variety of environments in an exposure zone by cycling automatically between salt fog, high humidity, low humidity with dry-off, dwell and ambient conditions - in any combination and for any length of time. Optional cycles include controlled humidity, solution spray and immersion. Value provided to our customers In-house Cost Reduction Team• Actively pursues cost reductions without sacrificing quality, value or aesthetics.• Expert at balancing tooling investment and piece cost issues. Supplier Managed Inventory• Economies of scale, volume leverage, and purchasing expertise work together to ensurethe best possible price and availability.• Focus on improving and streamlining inventory to insure competitiveness• Properly managed SMI to always insure "on-time" deliveries. Full EDI capabilities with customers and suppliers• Our B2B capabilities meets the needs of our customers and supply base• We can exchange EDI transactions in any standard format, either directly or through a valueadded network (VAN). Cross-functional teams collaborating with the customer to exceed expectations• Assigned account manager, quality rep and engineer for each customer product.• Continuing training of employees in the latest technology A Bright Future When you choose McLaughlin Body Company, you've selected an industry leader. Our strong commitment to developing meaningful partnership with customers, suppliers and employees, and our continuous quest to improve products and services, help us preserve our world-class manufacturing status. Customers know they can depend on McLaughlin for superb quality, fair pricing and value-added results --- now and in the future. |
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