CQI-11 is the AIAG Special Process: Plating System Assessment.
AIAG describes the assessment as addressing requirements for developing a plating management system emphasizing continual improvement, defect prevention, and reduction of variation and waste.
Resitech Solutions conducts CQI-11 supplier assessments to evaluate the control and effectiveness of plating processes.
Key Audit Areas

1. Plating Management SystemWe assess:
> Process ownership
> Plating procedures
> Customer requirements
> Process specifications
> Quality objectives
> Process monitoring
> Documentation


2. Chemical & Bath Control
We review controls associated with applicable plating chemistry and process parameters.
This may include:

> Bath control
> Chemical concentration
> Process temperature
> pH control where applicable
> Chemical additions
> Bath analysis
> Contamination control
> Laboratory records
> Reaction plans


3. Pre-Treatment & Cleaning
Effective surface preparation is critical to plating performance.
The audit may evaluate:

> Cleaning
> Degreasing
> Surface preparation
> Activation
> Rinsing
> Process sequence
> Control of contamination


4. Plating Process Controls
We evaluate whether important plating parameters are defined and maintained.


5. Testing & Inspection
Depending on the process, we may review:

> Coating/plating thickness
> Adhesion
> Appearance
> Corrosion-related testing
> Functional testing
> Laboratory testing
> Inspection frequency
> Equipment calibration


6. Environmental & Chemical Controls
Where applicable, the audit considers controls associated with:

> Chemical storage
> Chemical identification
> Handling
> Waste management
> Safety requirements
> Regulatory requirements

CQI-11 Audit Outcome

The final report identifies areas requiring attention and provides evidence-based findings that can be used for supplier corrective action and improvement.