In order to maximize profitability while complying with government regulations regarding net package contents, food manufacturers and packagers must achieve an optimal balance. Consistent overfilling to minimize risk is inefficient and sacrifices profitability, while aggressive filling practices result in significant risks of non-compliance with net contents regulations leading to potential penalties, loss of reputation, and … Continued
A bread company which has made public statements of intent to increase nutrition levels has installed WinSPC. The company uses the system to see charts that uncover interrelation between process factors. A large bread company is using WinSPC real-time statistical process control to alert staff, in advance, of potential bread deficiencies. The bakery has made … Continued
Certificates of Analysis help set the stage for success in manufacturing partnerships and reduce confusion. What is a Certificate of Analysis? A Certificate of Analysis (CoA) is a document typically prepared in regulated industries to inspire confidence in the buyer of a manufactured good. The information helps to convey how well the goods match the … Continued
What is the difference between subgroup size, subrange size, and sample size in WinSPC? You will find the answer to that question in this article. Subgroup Size/Subrange Size The term subgroup size applies to a variable characteristic and controls how many samples (also called data values or individual readings) make up a single plotted point … Continued
Inadequate measurement systems may result in inappropriate signals or even worse, charts that fail to detect important process changes. Thus, it is incumbent upon us to ensure that measurement systems are adequate for their intended use. Why Measurement Systems Assessment (MSA)? Effective use of data to drive decision-making requires adequate measurement systems. For example, when … Continued
You’ve identified a new system that will improve quality. Now, you need to show management a compelling financial ROI and get buy-in. Here’s how to gain support for your proposal. You’ve identified a new system that will improve quality. Now, you need to show management a compelling financial ROI and convince your colleagues that the … Continued
While I have been raising my kids and teaching them about life, they have been teaching me about how to be better at my job. Recently, I tried to explain to my children what I do for a living. “Just like Daddy helps you put together your blocks to build things, my job is to … Continued
The subgroup size formula and application are discussed in the conclusion of this two-part topic. Last month’s article focused on the conceptual application of appropriate subgroup sizes for X-bar charts. As we discussed, the purpose of control charts is to detect significant process changes when they occur. When the proper subgroup size is selected, X-bar … Continued
The key is to specify a subgroup size so that significant shifts are detected with high probability and that insignificant shifts are unlikely to produce a signal. Click here for Part II of this article The purpose of control charts is to detect significant process changes when they occur. In general, charts that display averages … Continued