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Engineering
The McGard Engineering Staff utilizes the knowledge gained through years of experience in developing OEM and aftermarket security programs. We listen closely to the needs of the industry and those of our individual customers. Our continuous Research and Development program and hands-on product development approach enables us to foresee industry changes and react to them before they require attention. All McGard products are designed to exacting specifications for customer applications using state-of-the-art technology. The principle of engineered quality is carried through every phase of design, manufacturing, plating, set production and customer service. We employ the philosophy of continuous improvement in all aspects of our business. |
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 McGard's engineering capabilities include a fully-integrated, 3D Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) system. Torque tension testing is a critical part of McGard's engineering process. It insures that our products meet or exceed requirements for any specific application. |
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Quality Assurance
A company-wide quality program, called the McGard Quality System (MQS), was developed specifically to meet the requirements of our business and our customers. A major ingredient of MQS is that every employee is responsible for the end quality of our product. In addition, the Quality Assurance Department is trained and knowledgeable of industry requirements and is capable of providing all documentation for initial sample review, production, and post-production support. They are solely committed to maintaining quality throughout the life of the product, and are experienced in problem prevention, analysis and solution techniques. The department is sufficiently staffed to insure total care, attention to detail and high
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Our Laboratory Facilities Include:
Metallurgical Lab - The analysis of raw steel before production is conducted here to be certain it meets McGard's restricted chemistry specifications, as
well as metallurgical analysis of completed parts.
Plating Lab - Here our plating processes are monitored and plating thicknesses are verified.
Corrosion Lab - Our corrosion chambers insure that the final product meets or exceeds our customers specifications as well as McGard's stringent requirements.
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Other tests used by the Quality Department are hardness, tensile and proof-load, as well as non-destructive methods of testing. Our optical comparator is used for more accurate measuring and dimensional verification for critical situations where conventional methods are inappropriate or incapable.
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 Statistical Process Control (SPC) is an important aspect of problem prediction and on going control before and after production. Areas such as thread quality, piece hardness, mass, and dimensional control are monitored. Reproducibility and Repeatability (R&R) studies, and process/machine capability studies are also an integral part of the statistical quality assurance process. |
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 Manufacturing
Our manufacturing equipment includes a Schuler Formmaster automated multi-station cold extrusion press, a complete assortment of CNC lathes, multi-spindle screw machines and milling machines. We offer vacuum and atmospheric heat treatment, vacuum and atmospheric annealing, induction hardening and induction tempering. Fully-automated or semi-automated machines are used, depending on the volume requirements of our customer. Finishing equipment is specially designed for McGard's unique products. It includes buffing, lapping and vibratory finishing machines for final preparation of parts prior to plating.
Our tool room and grinding facility fully supports manufacturing as well as production of any necessary prototype hardware. Wire Electro Discharge Machining (EDM) produces critical specialty tooling and gages our manufacturing equipment and quality personnel require for the production of precision parts. |
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 Plating
McGard uses state-of-the-art technology and highly experienced personnel for the plating of triple-nickel chrome, acid chloride zinc, and zinc alloy. Our complete in-house capabilities provide total control of the plating process insuring quality results. Our plating system is designed for flexibility in choice of plating without a loss of production efficiency. Computer-controlled cycle parameters maintain consistent plating thickness. A computer data base closely monitors part number, surface areas and part weight to insure uniform plating quality. |
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 Environment Friendly
McGard has invested in the future with its modern batch type Waste Treatment System. Current closed loop technology combined with evaporative recovery methods allow for reuse of plating chemicals and rinse waters. Waste minimization and off-site recovery of metals allows us to limit the amount of waste, while continually striving to reach our goal of zero impact on the environment. McGard's Environmental Management System is in conformance to ISO 14001:2004. |
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 Attention to Detail
All McGard products are 100% Hand Inspected for perfection and proper lock and key fit before packaging and shipping. Parts are cleaned and assembled, then packaged for final shipment according to customer requirements such as palletizing, labeling and bar coding. Some of the documents used to insure the accuracy of the final product during set assembly are: bill of materials, engineering drawings, and engineering/quality control approved master sample sets.Dedicated Production Lines and personnel provide efficient product flow throughout the assembly area and a consistent high quality final product. We offer a wide range of Custom Packaging options including: factory, port, dealership, and retail. Our full-service graphic design department creates display packaging, support and point-of-purchase materials conforming to your corporate graphics standards. For increased efficiency we provide in-house typesetting, printing and bindery services. |
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Customer Satisfaction  Manufacturers
McGard's OEM programs are customized to the needs of automotive manufacturers, their dealership networks and individual car buyers. We offer the kind of support that guarantees a successful program and high levels of customer satisfaction.
Dealerships
McGard's computerized dealer registration program provides easy access to
information and prompt service for your customer's car. Our Master Key Set program allows dealerships to service a vehicle when the customer's key is not available. Each dealership is provided with a dealer service folder for
quick and easy ordering of replacement parts. We also offer e-mail, toll-free phone numbers and fax lines for convenient access to our full-service support staff.
Vehicle Owners.
Prompt registration of name, address and security key code is provided at no cost. Orders for replacement parts are processed within one business day and can be shipped overnight on request. Multiple payment options are available, making it quick & easy for owners to receive needed parts. Consumers can use our toll-free number for personal attention from our knowledgeable support staff. |
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