Component opportunities and qualification questions
| Application example | Potential MIM role | What must be validated |
|---|---|---|
| Valve mechanisms | Small housings, retainers and actuating features | Pressure, sealing, corrosion, fatigue and assembly requirements |
| Plumbing fittings | Complex compact geometry | Water chemistry, leak testing, connection design and applicable product requirements |
| Bathroom hardware | Hinges, locks and structural internals | Wear, finish, dimensional fit and cleaning environment |
| Manifold components | Compact distribution or interface features | Core access, flow paths, sealing and secondary operations |
What a documented project should contain
- An approved drawing revision and material specification.
- The original process, the proposed route and the assumptions behind any comparison.
- Inspection methods, sample quantities and acceptance results.
- Tooling and qualification milestones, with limitations disclosed.
- Customer permission before publishing project data or identifying details.