What are Variables Control Charts?
From NIST Engineering Statistics Handbook, section 6.3.2, with edits and additions.
During the 1920’s, Dr. Walter A. Shewhart proposed a general model for control charts as follows: [Read more…]
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The set of activities using statistical techniques to reduce variation, increase knowledge of the process, and direct the process in a desired manner. SPC is often associated with control charting and provides a means to identify and minimize unwanted process variation and maintain process stability.
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What are Variables Control Charts?
From NIST Engineering Statistics Handbook, section 6.3.2, with edits and additions.
During the 1920’s, Dr. Walter A. Shewhart proposed a general model for control charts as follows: [Read more…]
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Consider a handy flow chart and set of descriptions that will assist you in selecting the appropriate control chart, or at least understand the differences. [Read more…]
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Statistical process control (SPC) is not a control chart alone.
SPC is a set of tools and a thought process to identify, measure, monitor and improve important elements of product development and production. I’ve seen very good and very bad implementations of SPC. [Read more…]