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CORPORATE MANUFACTURING SPECIFICATION 18315

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This specification covers requirements for traceability, identification (part marking and container
labels), and packaging (preservation and containers) of fuel system parts and products.
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Abstract .....................................................................................................................................1
Table of Contents ......................................................................................................................2
1. Scope....................................................................................................................................3
2. Applicable Documents.........................................................................................................3
3. Definitions............................................................................................................................3
4. Specifications.......................................................................................................................5
4.1. Significance and Use ...................................................................................................5
4.2. Traceability ..................................................................................................................5
Table 1: Traceability Level Requirements...........................................................................7
4.3. Identification ..............................................................................................................11
5. Reference Readings ...........................................................................................................13
Appendix A: Figures................................................................................................................14
Figure A1: Multiple Level 1B Part Markings on a Single Part Location ..........................14
Figure A2: Example of Use of Level 1C on a Sub-assembly ............................................15
Figure A3: Previous Assembly Level from Figure A2:.....................................................16
Figure A4: Previous Assembly Level from Figure A3:.....................................................17
Figure A5: Part Showing First Level of Part Marking per Level 1B ................................18

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1. Scope
This specification defines the traceability, identification, marking processes, practices, and quality
standards that suppliers shall apply for the manufacturing and delivery of individual parts, sub-
assemblies, and assemblies. It is primarily intended for Cummins fuel system components and
applications. For more information on Cummins syntax for identification and traceability
requirements, refer to CES 18287.
2. Applicable Documents
Applicable documents listed below may be obtained from the respective organizations listed in
CES 10054, Standards Organizations Addresses.
a. AIAG, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

b. AIAG B-10, Trading Partner Labels Implementation Guidelines
c. AIAG B-16, Global Transport Label Standard for the Automotive Industry
d. AIAG B-17, 2D Direct Parts Marking Guidelines
e. CES 10054, Standards Organizations Addresses
f. CES 10056, Glossary
g. CES 18287, Barcode Labeling and Direct Part Marking
h. CES 19041, Global Packaging Std. Production Parts
i. SAE AS478, Identification Marking Methods
3. Definitions
Terms used in this standard that have a general definition for usage in Cummins Engineering
Standards are defined in CES 10056, Glossary.
3.1. Assembly
For this specification, the term “assembly” refers to a collection of parts, which are identified on a
finished product bill of materials by a single item number.
3.2. Cognizant Engineering Organization
Cognizant engineering organization refers to the engineering organization within Cummins Inc.
which has design authority over the parts being produced to this specification.

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3.3. Cognizant Quality Organization
Cognizant quality organization refers to the quality assurance organization within Cummins Inc.
which is allied with the Cognizant Engineering Organization and has audit review and approval
authority over the process and quality control plan for parts and sub-assemblies produced to
this standard.
3.4. Item Number
An “item number” is the unique number that is assigned to identify engineering and manufacturing
drawings.
3.5. Label
The term “Label”, as used in this standard, refers to a pressure sensitive sticker, card stock or
hang tag.
3.6. Part
For this specification, the term “part” includes “finished parts” (Cummins ID Code 10), “semi-
finished parts” (Cummins ID Code 14), and “castings or forgings” (Cummins ID Code 11). It
applies to manufacturing blanks that are purchased from an outside supplier. It also applies to
finished parts, which are identified in the Fuel System Product bill of materials by a unique
Cummins item number, but are not under Cummins design control. For finished assemblies,
CES 18287 shall also be adhered to.
3.7. Product
The product is an assembly of parts and sub-assemblies, which is sold commercially to a customer.
Typically, fuel system products are injectors, pumps, and rails.
3.8. Product Manufacturer
Product Manufacturer is Cummins or other manufacturing entity that performs the final assembly
and test on the completed fuel system parts (such as injectors, pumps, and rails), which also has
design control of said parts.
3.9. Purchaser
Purchaser is the manufacturing entity who purchases parts and assemblies for further processing
or the end use customer who purchases finished fuel system products.

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3.10. Supplier
The supplier is the manufacturing entity, which is responsible for providing parts, assemblies, and
fuel system products to the purchaser.
4. Specifications
4.1. Significance and Use
4.1.1. Required Drawing Notation
Engineering drawing verbiage shall include the following information for this specification to be
properly interpreted and applied.
a. Traceability Level
b. Part Marking Method
c. Part Marking Location (if applicable)
For finished assemblies, CES 18287 shall also be adhered to. For more information on drawing
marking, refer to CES 18287.
4.1.2. Order of Precedence
In cases of conflict, the engineering drawing takes precedence over this standard and the
requirements of this standard take precedence over the applicable documents listed in Section 2.
Applicable Documents on page 3.
4.2. Traceability
4.2.1. Traceability Requirement
4.2.1.1. Where component traceability to raw material is needed, the drawing shall specify the
level of traceability required (serial number or lot code). If either serial number or lot code is
permissible, the drawing shall indicate the allowed substitution. The information required for
traceability and the format of the serial number or lot code may vary from one supplier to another.
4.2.1.2. The supplier shall design and maintain a part data management system that conforms
to the precision and detail associated with the specified traceability level.

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4.2.1.3. The supplier shall exercise good judgment to determine the most important
information to capture for component traceability. This shall include all manufacturing history of
a part that is critical to quality and performance. The Tier 1 supplier is expected to have traceability
back to raw material. Using their internal systems, the supplier shall be able to trace product defect
issues given the tracking number.
4.2.1.4. The supplier’s system for maintaining traceability shall be documented in a control
plan or similar process documentation, and stored in PPAP documentation, if applicable. Prior to
commercial production, the traceability system shall be subject to review and audit by the
cognizant quality organization. Supplier shall be prepared to provide the specific format of the 2D
data matrix, character by character, if required as part of component traceability. Once approved,
changes to supplier traceability systems may not be put into production without prior review and
approval by the cognizant quality organization.
4.2.2. Traceability Level
The traceability requirements for any given part are indicated by the traceability level specified on
the engineering drawing. Those requirements are summarized in Table 1: Traceability Level
Requirements on page 7. Refer to CES 18287 for syntax and format for data matrix and human
readable information (HRI) required for traceability level. General application guidelines for each
class are as follows:
a. Level 1A: Complete Product Assemblies; Injectors, Pumps, Rails, etc.

b. Level 1B: Parts which have individual performance characteristics or which are high risks
for manufacturing quality issues.
c. Level 1C: Same as 1B parts, but parts which have marking from a previous part or assembly
level, and that marking can be accessed through all future stages of assembly and service.
(This level may not be used on ID10 finished parts or ID11 forgings and castings.) See
Figure A1: Multiple Level 1B Part Markings on a Single Part Location on page 14 to Figure
A5: Part Showing First Level of Part Marking per Level 1B on page 18 for additional
details and examples.
d. Level 2A: Parts which are pressure bearing, precision fit, critically stressed or difficult to
manufacture.
e. Level 2B: Same as 2A parts, but which have no available surfaces for part marking.
f. Level 2C: Same as 2B parts, but individual trays or bags should be marked.
g. Level 3: Standard parts, bin parts, non-pressure bearing parts, or parts with low risk for
mission disabling failure.

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Table 1: Traceability Level Requirements
1A 1B 1C 2A 2B 2C 3
Part Identification
Existing Serial
Receiving
Serial Number Serial Number Number (See Lot Code Lot Code Lot Code
Date
Print)
Identification Method
Container
Part Marking Label &
Part Marking & Part Marking & Container Container
Container Label & Container Sub-
Container Label Container Label Label Label
Label Container
Bar-code
Human Readable Information Marked on Part
Part No.
Part No. Part No.
Lot Code Not Not Not
Serial Number Serial Number Reference Existing
Supplier Applicable Applicable Applicable
Product ID Supplier Number
Number
Machine Readable Data Marked on Part
Part No.
Part No. Part No.
Existing Lot Code Not Not Not
Serial Number Serial Number
Information Supplier Applicable Applicable Applicable
Supplier Number Supplier Number
Number
Supplier Controlled Data (See Section 4.2.3.)
Test Data Test Data

Test Data Test Data Test Data Shipping
Finish Date Assembly Date Critical
Installed Parts Critical Critical and
Assembly Line Serial Information Process
Heat Treat Lot Process Date Process Date receiving
Installed Parts Installed Parts Date
Material Lot (Section (Section records of
Test Data Heat Treat Lot (Section
Assembly Date 4.2.5.2.) 4.2.5.2.) material.
Material Lot 4.2.5.2.)

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4.2.3. Maintenance of Data
Supplier controlled traceability data shall be accessible by the purchaser for a minimum of 5 years.
Data shall be backed up and stored in two, geographically isolated locations, so that it will not be
lost in the event of an accident or natural disaster.
4.2.4. First In First Out (FIFO)
Regardless of the specified traceability level, suppliers shall maintain a materials handling system
so that incoming parts and sub-assemblies are used in the order of their arrival, i.e.: FIFO or “First
In-First Out”. The exception to this requirement is match-fit sub-assemblies. See Section 4.2.4.1.
FIFO for Matched Sub-assemblies on page 8. If materials are consumed in any other order, there
shall be a controlled system for tracing and retrieving material internally. This internal traceability
system shall be documented in the suppliers’ control plan and other process documentation.
4.2.4.1. FIFO for Matched Sub-assemblies
In the case of matched assemblies, i.e. assemblies in which two parts are assembled to have a
prescribed clearance relative to one another, serialization of the manufacturing assembly shall take
place immediately after the matching operation. Further processing and/or assembly of the
matched manufacturing assembly shall be in a first-in, first-out manner.
4.2.5. Part Identification
The part identification method establishes the precision with which the manufacturing and service
history of a part can be backtracked. Parts identified by serial number have the highest degree of
traceability precision, followed by those identified by lot code. Parts with no permanent marking
are traceable only through supplier inventory control records.
4.2.5.1. Serial Number
The serial number shall be a unique alphanumeric code assigned to each part which represents the
sequential order in which it completed all manufacturing processes. Each supplier shall develop a
proprietary serialization code. This code shall include embedded production year and month
information. Information/instructions for decoding the serial number shall be made available to the
purchaser. Refer to CES 18287 for Cummins Syntax, the order of information and examples for
serial number format.

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4.2.5.2. Lot Code
The lot code shall be a unique alphanumeric code that is assigned to each batch of parts. A lot code
shall be capable of tracing each individual lot of parts to the applicable critical manufacturing
process. Each supplier shall develop an internal code for Lot identification. Information/
instructions for decoding the lot code shall be made available to the purchaser and be documented
in the PPAP documentation. Refer to CES 18287 for Cummins Syntax, the order of information
and examples for lot code format. All applicable data shall be retained by the supplier in
accordance with Section 4.2.3. Maintenance of Data on page 8.
4.2.5.3. Receiving Date
Purchasers and suppliers shall organize and maintain inventory records, so that the purchaser can
backtrack from a product or manufacturing assembly finish date to the receiving date, to the
associated container label and then to the most probable manufacturing date range for the part
in question.
4.2.6. Identification Method
The identification method is the visual and machine readable means by which a supplier
communicates the identity of a given part to the purchaser.
4.2.6.1. Permanent Marking
Refer to Section 4.3.1. Part Marking on page 11.
4.2.6.2. Container & Sub-Container Labeling

Refer to Section 4.3.2. Container & Sub-Container Labeling on page 12.
4.2.7. Human Readable Information (HRI)
Any marking meant to be read by a person shall be formatted in English language words, letters,
digits or other characters. Permissible fonts are upper case Arial Narrow or Helvetica Condensed.
4.2.7.1. Part No.
In Table 1: Traceability Level Requirements on page 7, the term “part no.” refers to the item
number of the part in question. Refer to CES 18287 for Cummins syntax regarding item number
or part number identification.

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4.2.7.2. Supplier ID
Suppliers of parts to the finished product manufacturer shall apply an identification mark, which
may consist of the Cummins assigned supplier number or a non-functional machining feature. If
the Cummins assigned supplier number is used, it shall be preceded by the data identifier listed in
CES 18287. The supplier ID shall be documented in a control plan or equivalent process
documentation and is subject to review and disapproval by the cognizant quality organization.
4.2.8. Machine Readable (MR) Data
Machine readable (MR) data shall exist in a 2D data matrix format such that syntax and quality
follow CES 18287 and content follows the requirements in Table 1: Traceability Level
Requirements on page 7.
4.2.9. Supplier Controlled Data
The part manufacturer shall collect and maintain the information listed in Table 1: Traceability
Level Requirements on page 7, in one or more databases, which allows the purchaser to access it
at a future date.
4.2.9.1. Finish Date
Finish date is the date on which all manufacturing processing for the part or assembly in question
was completed.
4.2.9.2. Assembly Line

(Applies to traceability class 1A only)
If more than one assembly line is available, the product shall be traceable to the assembly line on
which it was produced.
4.2.9.3. Installed Parts
The supplier shall maintain a build record of the serial numbers, lot numbers and receiving dates
for all parts that are built into each product. This requirement only applies to parts/assemblies under
the design control of Cummins Inc. or Cummins Fuel Systems joint ventures.
4.2.9.4. Test Data
Results from all tests and measurements related to verifying product quality shall be traceable
using the specified part identification.

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4.2.9.5. Heat Treat Lot
A heat treat lot is all of the parts from the same material lot, which was heat treated together in a
single batch or load. For continuous furnaces, a lot is defined as all the parts heat treated during a
single shift.
4.2.9.6. Material Lot
A material lot is the batch of raw material that is submitted for inspection at the same time, from
the same heat or cast, remelt ingot, condition, finish, size, heat treat (raw material treatment-not
parts) furnace charge and shipment.
4.2.9.7. Shipping and Receiving Records
Suppliers shall maintain a FIFO inventory control system in combination with records of when
material was received and when it was drawn from stores for manufacturing and assembly.
4.3. Identification
4.3.1. Part Marking
When the specified traceability level requires part marking as the means of identification, all parts
shall be permanently marked with the human and machine readable data specified in Table 1:
Traceability Level Requirements on page 7 and any supplemental information specified on the
engineering drawing or in the purchaser’s order. Refer to CES 18287 for more information on part
marking.
4.3.1.1. Location
Parts shall be permanently marked with identification information at the location specified on the
engineering drawing. Refer to CES 18287 for more information on part marking.
4.3.1.2. Format
Refer to CES 18287 for more information on format and Cummins syntax. Human Readable
Information shall be in accordance with Section 4.2.7. Human Readable Information (HRI) on
page 9. Machine readable data shall be in accordance with Section 4.2.8. Machine Readable (MR)
Data on page 10.

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4.3.1.3. Method
Unless a specific marking method is specified on the drawing, the supplier shall select a marking
method, utilizing the guidelines provided in AIAG B-17 “2D Direct Parts Marking Guidelines”.
The marking method selected by the supplier is subject to review and disapproval by the purchaser.
When a marking method is specified on the engineering drawing, SAE AS478 “Identification
Marking Methods” shall be used. Once a part has completed the Pre-production Approval Process
(PPAP), the marking method may not be changed without notifying and obtaining approval
from the purchaser. Refer to CES 18287 for more information on the method of marking
and verification.
4.3.1.4. Quality
For traceability class 1B and 2A, permanent part markings shall be legible and readable through
the final assembly by the Product Manufacturer. For traceability class 1A, permanent part
markings shall be legible and readable through the life of the end use engine product.
4.3.1.5. Temporary Marking
Suppliers may apply temporary markings to facilitate internal process control. However, it is the
supplier’s responsibility to either remove the marking prior to delivery to the customer or to select
a temporary marking method which will be removed or obliterated by subsequent processing at the
purchaser.
4.3.1.6. Corrective Action Marking
In the event a quality issue or manufacturing process upset requires the short-term use of corrective
action markings, such as scribe marks or paint dots, to facilitate visual sorting or recognition of
parts with certain characteristics, the supplier shall notify the purchaser. The corrective action
marking may not be permanent unless the purchaser approves the method and location.
4.3.2. Container & Sub-Container Labeling
All containers, regardless of the traceability code specified for the parts being transported, shall be
identified with a label that conforms to AIAG B-16, “Global Transport Label Standard for the
Automotive Industry” and the following supplemental requirements. See Section 3.5. Label on
page 4. The drawing shall specify where labels are required.

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4.3.2.1. Label Type
The supplier shall select the appropriate type of label (i.e. pressure sensitive sticker, card stock in
a protective sleeve or hang tag) for the packaging design. The label type utilized for production
shipments is subject to review and disapproval by the purchaser. Once approved for production,
the label type may not be changed without purchaser approval.
4.3.2.2. Placement and Orientation
Labels shall be placed and oriented on packaging in accordance with Section 9.0 of AIAG B-10
“Trading Partner Labels Implementation Guidelines”.
4.3.2.3. Color
Labels shall be white with black ink, where applicable.
4.3.2.4. Label Protection
Label information shall be protected against moisture, weathering, abrasions, etc. Laminates,
sprays, window envelopes, and clear plastic pouches are examples of acceptable protection
methods. The selected protection method shall assure that the label reflectivity and contrast allow
it to be scanned with contact and non-contact devices. Hang tags shall include a reinforcing eyelet
to protect it from being torn off in transit.
4.3.2.5. Packaging Requirements and Labels for Packaging
Refer to the supplier portal (supplier.cummins.com) for the latest information on Cummins
packaging requirements. Requirements for the Global Packaging Standard of Production parts is
also found in CES 19041.
5. Reference Readings
The following references were used in the preparation of this standard.
a. AIAG B-4, Parts Identification and Tracking Application Standard

b. AIM DPM-2006-1, Direct Part Marking (DPM) Quality Guidelines
c. CES 10089, Substances Prohibited and Restricted (FSBU)
d. ISO 16022, Automatic Identification and Data Capture Techniques – Data Matrix Bar Code
Symbology Specification

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Appendix A: Figures
Traceability Level 1C:
Level 1C is intended for use on parts which have been marked at a previous stage of manufacturing,
and which are NOT complete finished assemblies (pumps, rails, injectors, etc.) Level 1C is not
required for use on these components, but is an option for use where multiple serial numbers may
be a risk for confusion in the manufacturing or service environments. Refer to Figure A2: Example
of Use of Level 1C on a Sub-assembly on page 15 and Figure A3: Previous Assembly Level from
Figure A2: on page 16 for an example of applying Level 1C to a finished print, and a marked print.
PARTMARKINGHERENOT

REQUIREDWITHLEVEL1C

Figure A1: Multiple Level 1B Part Markings on a Single Part Location

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Appendix A: Figures (Continued)
LEVEL 1C
NOT A CONTROLLED PRINT REVISION

REFERENCE ONLY
EXISTING PART
THIS SURFACE
MARKING ON
REFERENCE
Figure A2: Example of Use of Level 1C on a Sub-assembly

with reference to part marking created at the finished part print stage

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Figure A3: Previous Assembly Level from Figure A2:

Traceability level 1 information is not needed at this stage, therefore level 2B is used

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LEVEL 1C
NOT A CONTROLLED PRINT REVISION

REFERENCE ONLY
EXISTING PART
THIS SURFACE
MARKING ON
REFERENCE
Figure A4: Previous Assembly Level from Figure A3:

Showing Print Marked to Level 1C

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Figure A5: Part Showing First Level of Part Marking per Level 1B

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CORPORATE MANUFACTURING SPECIFICATION 18315

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a. AIAG, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

3.2. Cognizant Engineering Organization

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3.3. Cognizant Quality Organization

3.4. Item Number

3.8. Product Manufacturer

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4.1.1. Required Drawing Notation

4.1.2. Order of Precedence

4.2.1. Traceability Requirement

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4.2.2. Traceability Level

a. Level 1A: Complete Product Assemblies; Injectors, Pumps, Rails, etc.

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Table 1: Traceability Level Requirements

Human Readable Information Marked on Part

Machine Readable Data Marked on Part

Supplier Controlled Data (See Section 4.2.3.)

Test Data Test Data

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4.2.3. Maintenance of Data

4.2.4. First In First Out (FIFO)

4.2.4.1. FIFO for Matched Sub-assemblies

4.2.5. Part Identification

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4.2.5.2. Lot Code

4.2.5.3. Receiving Date

4.2.6. Identification Method

4.2.6.1. Permanent Marking

Refer to Section 4.3.1. Part Marking on page 11.

4.2.6.2. Container & Sub-Container Labeling

4.2.7. Human Readable Information (HRI)

4.2.7.1. Part No.

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4.2.8. Machine Readable (MR) Data

4.2.9. Supplier Controlled Data

4.2.9.1. Finish Date

4.2.9.2. Assembly Line

4.2.9.3. Installed Parts

4.2.9.4. Test Data

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4.2.9.5. Heat Treat Lot

4.2.9.6. Material Lot

4.2.9.7. Shipping and Receiving Records

4.3.1. Part Marking

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4.3.1.5. Temporary Marking