Module 14 Packaging Engineering

Packaging Engineering

Module 14

The purpose of this module is to inform FCSD’s supplier partners of our packaging requirements (as outlined in Ford’s Global Terms and Conditions, FCSD Packaging and Shipping Guide, and individual service part packaging specifications).

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Purpose

Module 14 Packaging Engineering

Understand your supplier role and responsibilities when

packaging Ford service parts

Become familiar with FCSD Packaging Resources

(website; hotline)

Learn how to find packaging details such as labeling,

carton, and pallet size

Know how to receive notification of FCSD initiated

packaging changes as well as request approval for

supplier initiated packaging changes

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Expected Outcomes

Section 1:

Supplier Roles

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To verify your supplier role, per part number, contact your FCSD Buyer

Your supplier role can also be viewed in DDL on the ‘GIMA’ screen

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Verify your Supplier Role

M Role Manufacturing Site(Manufactures parts to be shipped to a contract Packager)

P Role Packaging Site(Unitizes/Packages parts and kits forservice use)

T Role Total Supplier(Manufactures and unitizes parts for service use)

SDS Direct Ship (to Ford Dealers)

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Verify your Supplier Role

**(Please refer to FCSD Packaging and Shipping Guide –Sections 5-8 for more information on supplier roles)

M Role – The Manufacturer of Record ships stock in bulk packaging to FCSD’s designated Contract Packager.

M-Role Supplier is responsible to “Package to Protect” parts from:

◦ Becoming soiled and dirty during transit◦ Corrosion (for 30 days)◦ Transit damage◦ Requirements found in the FCSD Packaging and

Shipping Guide (Section 5)

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P Role – Package and label parts and kits as specified by the Packaging Specification found in GSPPS or Packaging Website.

P-Role Supplier’s responsibility includes:

o Verify part’s ID and quality for rust and damage

o Packaging is adequate to protect during stowage, transportation and storage at depots

o Assist develop and improve Packaging Specifications (GSPPS).

o Refer to the FCSD Packaging and Shipping Guide, Section 6, for all Packager Role requirements

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T Role – The “Total Supplier” site is responsible for both Manufacturing and Unitized Packaging of Service Parts.

T-Role “Total Suppliers” are held to the same strict FCSD packaging and labeling specifications as Packagers (refer P Role Slide).

Note: Refer to the FCSD Packaging Guide, Section 7, for detailed instructions.

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SDS Role – The “Ship Direct Supplier” site has same role

as ‘T Role’ except this site ship direct to Ford Dealers

instead of FCSD Depts.

SDS-Role (Direct Ship Suppliers) are held to the same

strict FCSD packaging and labeling specifications as

Packagers (refer to P Role Slide).

Note: Refer to the FCSD Packaging Guide, Section 8, for detailed

instructions.

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Section 2:

Packaging Information

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https://web.pkginfo.ford.com

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Where to find Packaging Information

All Supplier Packaging Information can be found on the FCSD Packaging page:

1. Log into Covisint.2. Select Automotive Portal3. Select Ford Motor Company4. Select the “Applications” tab5. Scroll down to ‘Ford Customer Service Division (FCSD) Packaging’ and select the link

This site can also be accessed by directly typing in the URL https://web.pkginfo.ford.comand navigating to the corresponding Supplier Covisint page

https://web.pkginfo.ford.com

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Refer to Section 3 in the FCSD Packaging Guide

Packaging and Shipping Guide

The FCSD Packaging & Shipping Guide provides general packaging guidelines for all FCSD Suppliers, whereas the FCSD Packaging Specification provides the exact packaging requirements for a particular service part.

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FCSD Packaging and Shipping Guide

All unit packaging must be labeled in compliance with the FCSD Package Material Specifications (see Package Material Specification PRINT, F-MFLSER, F-MFSER, F-MFPOLY, L26/ML26, L1522, L1569 and L1582).

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All Documents are found at: https://web.pkginfo.ford.com/

Direct Link to the Most Commonly Referenced

Package Material SpecificationsL1287 Country of Origin Label

F1000/FM1000 F1000/FM1000 Series Cartons

F-MFSERFord and Motorcraft Decorative Folding Cartons

F-MFPOLY Ford and Motorcraft Decorative Poly Bags

F-MFLSER Ford and Motorcraft Labels

L26/ML26Ford and Motorcraft Parts Identification Label

A1000 Master Shipping Containers

A2000 Master Shipping Containers

MCSER Master Shipping Containers

1660-1 Pallet

1690 Pallet Stretch Wrap

PB1 Poly Bag

PRINTPrinting Instructions and Label Placement Guide

L1569 Service Parts Unit Package Bar Code 39

L1522 UPC Bar Code

S28NewAir I.B.® InflatableBarrier Bubble® Cushioning

1379 Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) Material

Bar codes are required on both the unit container and masterpack/sell packs. Bar code types are based on a variety of conditions, all of which are outlined in the following documents located on the FCSD Packaging Engineering web site (http//web.pkginfo.ford.com):

1) FCSD Packaging and Shipping Guide

2) FCSD Package Material Specification L1522- UPC Bar Code

3) FCSD Package Material Specification L1569- Service parts Unit Package Barcode 39

4) FCSD Package Material Specification PRINT

5) FCSD Package Material Specification L1582- Ford Accessory Labels

6) FCSD Package Material Specification L1205- SCC-14 (Shipping Container Code)

7) FCSD Package Material Specification Global 2D Bar Code Specification- GLOBAL2D

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Bar Code Requirements

CCL Design

Address: 17700 Foltz Pkwy, Strongsville, OH 44149

Phone: (440) 476-1291

Email: CCLFORDBRANDPROTECTION@CCLIND.COM

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FCSD Approved Label Provider

Section 3:

Packaging Specifications

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http://www.gspps.ford.com

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Where to find Packaging Specifications

Packaging Specifications can be found on the GSPPS website:

1. Log into Covisint.2. Select the “Applications” tab (at the top of the screen)3. Scroll down to ‘GSPPS’ and select the link

The site can also accessed by using the direct link below http://www.gspps.ford.com

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Packaging Specifications

Use the GSPPS Website to enter or modify Packaging Specifications.

All Direct Ship Suppliers, Total Suppliers and Packagers are Responsible to Maintain Packaging Specification for each Service Part and Kit.

For NEW Parts or Kits - Total Suppliers and Packagers ‘build’ packaging specifications using GSPPS website.

All subsequent Packaging changes due to improvements or availability of material must also be submitted using GSPPS website. Suppliers Must receive confirmation of approval PRIOR to shipping.

All Direct Ship Suppliers, Total Suppliers and Packagers MUST have an APPROVED complete Packaging Specification entered into the GSPPS System PRIOR TO SHIPPING.

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How Packaging Specifications are Created and Maintained

http://www.gspps.ford.com

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How to Find Packaging Specifications

Use this query tool to view current Packaging Specifications by: Service or Engineering or FINIS Part Number Fuzzy search is allowed

Register your e-mail address to be notified of changes

to Packaging Specifications

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Staying Updated on Packaging Changes

https://web.pkginfo.ford.com

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Packaging Engineering Hotline