Glossary of terms, sample test reports, and reference to industry standards (ASTM, ISO, SAE).
Do not treat CQI-11 as an annual event. Use the "Process Tables" from the PDF as monthly or quarterly LPA checklists. Focus on the "Process Controls" section—bath chemistry, temperature, time, and rectifier settings.
Automotive suppliers often confuse the various AIAG CQI documents. Here is a quick comparison when you search for "aiag cqi-11 pdf" vs. others:
| Standard | Focus Area | Key Difference | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | CQI-11 | Plating (Zinc, Chrome, Anodizing, etc.) | Focuses on bath chemistry, rectifiers, and hydrogen embrittlement. | | CQI-9 | Heat Treating | Focuses on furnace uniformity, temperature controls, and quench oils. | | CQI-12 | Coating (Paint, Powder) | Focuses on spray parameters, film thickness, and adhesion cross-hatch. | | CQI-15 | Welding | Focuses on weld parameters, gas flow, and operator certification. | | CQI-17 | Soldering | Focuses on electronic assembly and reflow profiles. |
Note: Large stamping and assembly plants may need all five standards.
Use the PDF’s scoring matrix to produce a numeric score. Most customers require a minimum Global Score of 85, with no individual section below 80. If you fail, remediate and re-audit internally.