Quality Assurance in the Railway Industry: VDI Regulations Set the Course for the Future

The quality requirements in the railway industry are reaching a new level: The VDI Guideline 2645 is now mandatory in this sector as well. What has long been established in the automotive industry now applies to the entire rail vehicle production process.

Precision as the Top Priority

When it comes to safety, every single screw counts. The guideline defines procedures for process capability analysis (PCA) for residual torque in bolted joints with preload force.

The goal: Evaluating and documenting the quality capability of a bolting process under serial production conditions.

Unlike a machine capability study (MCA), process capability analysis also considers additional influencing factors beyond the machine itself, including human factors, materials, methods, and environmental conditions.

Documentation as a Challenge

The new guideline requires seamless documentation of quality capability. Due to the immense effort involved, modern companies rely on digital solutions.

Digitalization as a Gamechanger

Software-supported quality assurance systems automate the entire process. This not only saves time but also significantly reduces error rates.

Investing in the Future

Integrating digital systems is no longer an optional add-on. To remain competitive in the railway industry, companies must take action. Modern quality assurance systems often pay off quickly through increased efficiency and the prevention of quality defects.

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