Modernization of Nickel Electroplating

Project Number (JTEG Assigned) AR-07-0001
Project Title Modernization of Nickel Electroplating at Depots
Service Army
Command
Implementation Depot CCAD
Project Lead Bill Chenevert, NCMS, 734-995-7989, bchenevert@ncms.org
TI Goals Supported P-1, C-2, S-3
Focus Area Metal Working
Platform General Aircraft
Platform Specific
Implemented Technology Nickel Electroplating
Problem Definition Current DoD nickel plating process is labor intensive and time consuming
Proposed Solution Implement new nickel electroplating tooling into DoD maintenance activities
Expected Result

Reduce processing steps by 50%. Reduce set-up time my at least 75%. Reduce plating thickness requirements by 50% or more. Reduce machining/grinding time by at least 50%. Reduce turnaround time by at least 50%. Reduce reject/rework rates to below 5%.

Benefits Reduced overall plating and machining production costs of 50% or more.
Unfunded Requirement No
Start FY FY07
Completion Date
WIP Yes
Implemented No
Comments

CTMA project. Estimated cost is $450K. CTMA funding is $150K. Estimated inkind funding from industry is $300K.