MacDermid Q-Klad program is designed for the statistical process control of satin nickel and dark chromium plating baths

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What isWhat is Q-KladQ-Klad??
• Q-KladQ-Klad is MacDermid’s global quality
partnership for Fashion Finishes applicators
– It certifies high quality applicators for Fashion
Finishes…Worldwide!
– It uses new and advanced techniques to ensure the
Consistency and Conformance
– A Global program from a trusted supplier
– Introduced to help create and support OEM global
supply chains

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Q-KladQ-Klad Fashion FinishesFashion Finishes
• OEM Requirements
– New finishes for Technical, Styling or Design needs
– Global availability and capability
– Consistent quality in all regions
– What Issues does Q-Klad address ?
• New styling/technical requirements present increased risks
• Standards (masters) not universally available
• Global supply may be very limited
• Performance requirements may vary
• Cost for new finishes can be high
– Q-KladQ-Klad addresses all of these

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Benefits ofBenefits of Q-KladQ-Klad
• Q-Klad delivers 3 critical OEM needs…
– Consistency: Part to part and applicator to
applicator finishing consistency can be ensured by
the implementation of standard processes control
– Availability: Q-Klad helps build a global applicator
base
– Standards: Master standards or readings prepared
by MRD for specific OEM requirements

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HowHow Q-KladQ-Klad worksworks
• Uses data driven information to define the most
important aspects of each Fashion Finish
– Color
– Satin
• Measurements are implemented within a process
control plan to monitor and maintain consistent output
• Instruments supplied exclusively by MRD accurately
measure color and/or satin values
• Data for common standards can be easily shared
• Measurement data from each process line can be
feedback and used directly in process control

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Q-KladQ-Klad Gloss MeterGloss Meter
• Q-Gloss Meter
– Handheld and portable
– MacDermid Software
– Data capture on-board
– PC linked (Bluetooth or
USB)
– Accurate measurement of
Q-Gloss for Satin Nickel
applicators

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Q-KladQ-Klad Color MeterColor Meter
• Q-Color Meter
– Handheld & portable
– Industry standard *L,*a,*b,
– Data capture on board
– PC linked (USB cable)
– Accurate colour
measurement for all plated
finishes

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Q-KladQ-Klad Standard PanelStandard Panel
• Standard measurement panels
routinely processed by
applicator
• Ensures base material is
consistent
• Measurements are highly
accurate
• Date logged to provide a
reference library of samples for
quality control

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Process Specific Control ChartsProcess Specific Control Charts
• Controlling color or satin
with selective additives to
control important Q-
Values
• Highly accurate
instruments measure
standard panels
• Data used directly to
adjust process chemistry
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L*Value
Part A concentration (ml/l)
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L*Value
Part D concentration (g/l)

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Q-KladQ-Klad - Global Standards- Global Standards
• Q-Klad Masters
– Master samples with
Q- Values can define
each Fashion Finish
allowing global
specifications to be
set and monitored
– OEM’s may decide
unique finishes
defined by Q-Value
reference numbers

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Typical Q-Klad Fashion FinishesTypical Q-Klad Fashion Finishes

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Q-KladQ-Klad – Adding Value– Adding Value
• Supply Chain Deliverables of Q-Klad
– Creating a Partnership of Global Applicators
– Consistency in Global Fashion Finishes
– Enhanced Chemical Control Systems
– Control Plan & FMEA integration
– Technical Support & Process Auditing
– Effective Deployment of new Finishes
– Added Value to OEM’s, T1’s and Applicators

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