Application of Six Sigma DMAIC Methodology for Reducing Defects in a Foundry Shop

Abstract:

Six sigma is well known approach for process improvement using powerful statistical and engineering analysis tools. The paper presents a case study of Six sigma DMAIC methodology case study in the foundry shop of a vendor of automobile original equipment manufacturer. The authors have analyzed the casting process in detail and recommended the findings based on the case study. The authors have emphasized significance of each phase of DMAIC methodology and recommended that commitment of top management is very vital for successfully implementing six sigma projects. The authors have further recommended that management should decide that quantum of efforts and resources to be dedicated for a specific six sigma project.

• Periodical: Materials Science Forum (Volume 808)
• Pages: 79-87
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/MSF.808.79
• Online since: December 2014
• Authors: Virender Narula*, Sandeep Grover
• Keywords: Analyze, Control, Define, Improve, Measure, Sand Castings, Six Sigma

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