ThyssenKrupp Forging Group recognized by Cummins with the “Best Performance in Six Sigma”

ThyssenKrupp Forging Group, one of the world’s leading producers of forged and fit-for-use machined crankshafts and other engine, suspension and transmission components, was awarded by Cummins Inc with the “Best Performance in Six Sigma” for projects implemented on design (DFSS) and production (DMAIC).
The Group was selected among a pool of more than 75 competing contenders.
Developed independently or in conjunction with Cummins, the projects listed bellow have met and exceeded the supplier expectations. As part of the ThyssenKrupp Forging Group Six Sigma Programs a high motivated team of 2 Master Black Belts, 77 Black Belts and 215 Green Belts are in place to support the projects.

• New Machining Line Installation, Validation, Ramp-up and Production
• Connecting Rod Bushing Installation improvement
• Rod Machining Process Improvement
• Key Input definition for Surface Finish Specification
• Forging Press Optimization

For the ThyssenKrupp Forging Group this award is the recognition of its commitment to delivery innovative and competitive solutions with a high value to the customer. The Group is being investing continuously in research and development of new materials, products and alternative production processes for vehicle components with lower consumption, reduced emissions and higher performance.

About ThyssenKrupp Forging Group
ThyssenKrupp Forging Group is part of the ThyssenKrupp Components Technology business area, with sales around € 590 million in the fiscal year of 2008/2009 and 4950 employees.
ThyssenKrupp Metalurgica Campo Limpo, ThyssenKrupp Gerlach and ThyssenKrupp Crankshaft Company are the leading companies with operations worldwide assuring flexibility based on well-matched production lines.
The Group target is to deliver innovative products and engineering competence with a high value to the customer.