Burst Builds - Launch Ramp-Up Success
Burst Builds - Launch Ramp-Up Success
Burst Builds - Launch Ramp-Up Success
July 2020
Contents • 2020 STA Priorities
• What is a Burst Build?
• Case For Change – The Need for Burst Builds
• Challenges
• Definitions
• Timing
• Prioritization
• Application
• Funding
• Powertrain Procedure (Reference)
• Other OEMs Use Burst Builds (Reference)
• Wrap-Up
• More Examples
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What is a Burst Build?
In the context of this training and our use of the term:
• The following run types are typically not burst runs because they are
usually conducted in a discrete, non-continuous fashion, where the
process is constantly interrupted to measure and analyze adjustments:
• Initial Tool Trials
• Engineering Trials
• De-Bugging Runs
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Case For Change – The Need for Burst Builds
• Per GT&C, launching suppliers are obligated to deliver a production line(s) that is
ready, exercised and capable according to program timing, including the Ford
assembly plant launch acceleration schedule
• However, on recent launches, we’ve seen several supplier-caused launch ramp-
up losses because they did not have the adequate industrialization & ramp-
up readiness actions to meet their obligation.
• Current standard process of 300 parts @ Phase 0 and 1 day production run @
Phase 3 is not always adequate to ensure ramp up readiness.
• Performing additional Burst Builds during line development and all PPAP
phases leading up to Phase 3 Capacity Verification has proven to be a
successful risk mitigation action
• Several other OEMs have ‘burst runs’ concept prior to PPAP runs.
• Ford Powertrain Plants already use multiple PTR “burst” runs (9 total) by uJ1.
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Challenges – In The NOW
Burst Builds are beneficial for all launching NTEIs, BUT, Burst Builds are:
So,
• Teams should look for low cost options to conduct some quantity of burst builds
• For others, prioritize funding to most critical suppliers based on risk
(More on these later)
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Definitions – Safe Launch Actions
BURST BUILD TRAINING
Element Burst Build / Runs Bank Build (Through Early Ramp-up Start)
Purpose To evaluate supplier’s OEE losses and take actions to improve To compensate for anticipated launch ramp-up losses (ex: due to
OEE, ideally prior to Capacity Verification (Phase-3). supplier’s OEE issues) and support Ford launch ramp-up, without
any stoppages.
PPAP Phase Irrespective of PPAP level, burst run will be used to prove process. Post Quality Verification (Phase-1 PPAP) or PD agreed non-PPAP
Saleable Parts.
Timing Typically before Phase 0 and up until Phase-3. Can start as early Typically between MP1 to MP2.
as at the Tool Vendor, once tool is dialed in.
Application: Should be assessed for all NTEI launches, with special focus on Risk Chronic Commodities, , based on historical performance.
Criteria for Factors: Chronic Commodities, , based on historical performance. New Manufacturing Technology, Green Field Commodities, Late
commodities New Manufacturing Technology, Green Field Commodities, Late Engineering Changes
Engineering Changes Late Facility Readiness etc.
Late Facility Readiness etc.
Typical Quantity 2 to n burst runs of x parts each for OEE tracking. Equivalent to One week of MPW
Cost Factors Possibly part scrap / obsolescence (in case of design changes); Air Additional part storage costs; Inventory Carrying costs.
freight of parts.
Examples F150 - Chassix - Al Knuckle, 6.7L Linamar – Ladder Frame; CX482 P375N Frames (implemented in MY18 launch)
– Martinrea - Floor
Requirements 1. Quantity are over and above the build quantity. The runs to cover all variants and processes.
2. Quality verification similar to Phase-0, need to be verified at end of each run (dimension, weld integrity, color harmony etc.).
3. CAR OEE & JPH Tracking after each Burst Builds and appropriate Reaction Plans (Stockpile)
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Timing – Safe Launch Enablers For Launch Ramp-up
Current State
Capacity Planning Development Trials & Run@rate – Every Prod Stream Phase 3
Burst Runs
Burst Runs
Burst Runs
Supplier Supplier
Tool Home Line Ford Ford
Internal Lead
Events Trial Trial Run@rate Run@rate Phase 3
Production
Events Events Events Event Event
Mini Trials
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Prioritization - Causal Factors For Launch Ramp-up Losses
Initial Setup
Adjustments
Reduced
Tooling speed losses
change over Quality
Losses Losses
Idling / Minor Process
stops capability
Equipment Resupply Prove-out Appearance
Performance Efficiency
Capability Improvement
losses
Skill Learning-Curve
Assembly
Equipment Availability
Iteration Loops
Quality Rate
p Skill Capital
Reuse
time
Ex: Frames Seats Castings Steering Systems Lamps, IP Wiring Program specific
Not to scale; bar heights directionally represent issue contribution
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Prioritization - Guidelines for Identification of Commodities
Chronic Commodities Program Specific
Commodity Parts
Lamps
Fascia
Pre-determinable Trends Delay Elements
IP / Micropit
List of
Any 3 Factors * Any 2 Factors * Commodities
Body Interior Door Trims 1. Tunable Parts 1. Late Engineering Changes
2. Brownfield sites 2. Less Prove out time on
for Safe
Seat Structures 3. Global Shared Allocation account of PCF, AAR, PV, late Launch
4. DT2 Bailment tooling etc.
Frames / Sub-frames
5. Labour intensive process 3. Late Mix Ratio change
Chassis
Steering system
6. Multiple Change overs 4. PPAP Milestone Misses
7. Capital Re-use 5. Projected PPAP delays:
(Phase-1 at or beyond MP1)
Cylinder Block & Head Castings
Powertrain Critical Uncertainties
Axles Any 1 Factor *
1.Greenfield Sites
Electrical Wiring – Main, Engine 2.New Manufacturing Tech
New Tech EV / AV commodities
Capacity Planning Development Trials & Run@rate – Every Prod Stream Phase 3
Burst Runs
Burst Runs
Burst Runs
Supplier Supplier
Tool Home Line Ford Ford
Internal Lead
Trial Trial Run@rate Run@rate Phase 3
Production
Events Events Events Event Event
Mini Trials
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Application - Data Sheet Example
Sample form to track key enablers for Phased PPAP success:
– Fill out data for any events to support Phase 0 and 3, specifically
trials/burst builds
– Track data for each event and analyze improvements and risks
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Application – Data Collection
Suppliers
• No process established to have in the quotation VTTO parts to support buy off @ Assembly Integrator
• Some suppliers allocated funding for trial parts, others did not
Add to VOME Process Upfront Request of Parts to Perform VTTO for ILVS/Broadcast Suppliers
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Application – Example of ILVS/Broadcast Suppliers
CX430 TT Draft Build plan
JANUARY
Build Shift Event 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
8502 audit
CX430 Build
Burst Burst Burst
CX430 Rabbits Burst Burst Burst
CX430 TT Runs for Runs for Runs for
1st Shift TCB2 Runs for Runs for Runs for
Build Power Power Power
TVU Susp Susp Susp
event pack pack pack
Bailment Modules Modules Modules
Modules Modules Modules
Material Buy off
2nd Shift CX430 Build
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Funding – Burst Builds
Now: Special budget approval for current programs which are in-flight model.
Near: For programs having <PSC> from 2021 onwards; J1 from 2024
onwards, include as part of program budget freeze during Checkpoint-B for
PSC and approval by PA.
Far: Include as part of Supplier Request for Quote (RfQ) for recommended
commodities.
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Funding Proposal – Near Terms
Stage – 1 @ PSC Stage – 2 @ FEC
Checkpoint-C
Historical Program
Chronic Commodities Delay Elements * Specific
Data
Criteria Pre-determinable Trends
Program
Specific
Critical Uncertainties
Burst Builds (Ford Funded) + Early Burst Builds (Ford Funded) + Exit Criteria for bank Builds
Now / Near Ramp-up / Bank Builds (Ford Funded) Bank Builds (Ford Funded) * End of Acceleration + 90 days
Plan for Bank Builds for Chronic Commodities Plan for Burst Builds (if needed) and Bank Build
meeting Program specific Criteria and secure budget for commodities meeting Delay Elements
Actions as part of <PSC> (Target Range) Criteria, identified and approved at FEC.
Target Range Estimated for Safe Launch Budget by <PSC> & Approval by <PA>
Challenge for Top Hat Commodities to Plan for Budget at <PSC>
* Supplier caused delays to be funded by supplier.
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Process / Approval Flow
Finalize budget for (1) Stockpiling For Program Specific delay Review Safe-Launch status
As part of RfQ, buyers to
quantity (2) Racks & trolleys to factors, identification of safe- w ith leadership as part of
have agreement w ith
store parts (3) Obsolescence launch factors and budget TDD / Championship
suppliers not to replace cost projection. Agreement for approvals for (1) Burst runs Process. Continue launch
Safe-launch for supplier’s bank build as per MP&L stockpile and based on reaction plan monitoring and record
industrialization prove-out Process. (2) for bank builds.. lessons learnts.
Step-1 @ PSC: Launch STA → STA Director (Site & Core) → Purchasing VP PR → CPEApproval
Step-2 @ FEC: Launch STA → Director Forum (STA & PD) → NMP Director Forum → CPEApproval
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Funding Proposal – Far Term
Stage – 1 @ PSC Stage – 2 @ FEC
Checkpoint-C
Historical Program
Chronic Commodities Delay Elements * Specific
Data
Criteria Pre-determinable Trends
Program
Specific
Critical Uncertainties
Burst Builds (Ford Funded) + Burst Builds (Ford Funded) + Exit Criteria for bank Builds
Now / Near Bank Builds (Ford Funded) Bank Builds (Ford Funded) * End of Acceleration + 90 days
Plan for Bank Builds for Chronic Commodities Plan for Burst Builds (if needed) and Bank Build
meeting Program specific Criteria and secure budget for commodities meeting Delay Elements
Actions as part of <PSC> (Target Range) Criteria, identified and approved at FEC.
Burst Builds + Early Ramp-up / Bank Burst Builds (Ford Funded) + Exit Criteria for bank Builds
Far End of Acceleration + 90 days
Builds (Supplier Managed) Bank Builds (Ford Funded)
Reference Phased PPAP 3.0 GP-9 Supplier Guide for AQP/PSO 7.5 Manual SQAM Version 2016-
Product Dev (ver 4 / PSQPSO200. SPTT – Version 2018
2017)
Expectation Supplier meet phase-0 Practice Run at Rates Supplier SOP with TEA + SRE consist of at least Practice In-house LVPT
CT within expected range should be done prior to Grade-1 parts. one trial run to evaluate runs
of planned CT of equip. the actual Run at Rate readiness for PSO
Timing Ph-0 based on long lead Prior to Build @ Rate Available 4.5 months Prior to PSO (Process Prior to LVPT trial
to attain Ph-1. prior to SOP Sign Off visit)
Description • Ford Phased PPAP • Practice build follow • Hard tool for VFF, 9 • Supplier document • Supplier 1A/ Goushi
requirements start with final production months prior SOP. SRE output and requirements check
Phase-0 run (300 intended conditions. • C-sample to supplier ensures CT & FTC prior to LVPT.
parts). • Follow run@rate data SOP (3.5 months) and (90% min). • Tier II HVPT
• No definition on any collection and report VW SOP (8 months) • Based on pre-PSO confirmation 2 weeks
requirement of burst out during official for industrialization, reviews, Chrysler will prior.
builds, prior or after run@rate verification ramp-up. plan for PSO audit for • Trial run duration min
Phase-0. by GM. • QA monitors series Production 1 hr to 2 hr production
production 4 months Demonstration Run depends on
before SOP, with 2- (PDR), which will be commodity.
Day Production one 300 parts or 2 hours
month before SOP run.
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Safe Launch Recommendations - Body Exterior
Suggested Launch Ramp-up Enablers
Burst runs Early Build / Stock-Pile
Commodit (number of runs & quantity) (Quantity of parts & program APW)
Sl Part / Component Timing: Rationale
y Code
Typically betw een the phase prior to <TT> or Phase-0 Timing:
until <MP1> or Phase-3, ideally prior to each build Typically betw een MP1 to MP2
phases TT, PP & MP1.
Assembly: 2 to 3 assembly build runs w ith 50 parts -Manual assembly process OEE improvement to meet
each. efficiency (OEE).
Production volume equivalent of 3 to 6
2 Steering Systems S665 / S661 Where ever possible have disassembly and rebuild. -Identify and improve on FTT losses, especially on EoL
days of MPW.
Machining & Heat treatment: 2 to 3 runs w ith 50 parts functional testing..
each. -Machining & Heat treat process OEE losses optimization.
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Safe Launch Recommendations - Powertrain
Suggested Launch Ramp-up Enablers
After conclusion of metal virtual simulations for - Burst runs required to support the complex
process optimization: process / variants and fine tuning in die casting
1 Cylinder Blocks C365 - 6 to10 Burst runs (100 parts / run). Out of 100 parts - 5 days of MPW stock to be maintainedin tooling.
10 must be machined according to final design when additional to entire process flow filled - OEE challenge in the entire process flow
part is supplied rough or pre cubed. - Follow NMLCC guidelines.
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Safe Launch Recommendations - Electrical
Timing:
Typically between the phase prior to <TT> or Phase-0 Timing:
until <MP1> or Phase-3, ideally prior to each build Typically between MP1 to MP2
phases TT, PP & MP1.
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Q&A