IE 672 Industrial Quality Control Case Study Scenarios ✓ Solved

IE 672 Industrial Quality Control Case Study Scenarios

The following data was collected randomly from a production process of medical pouches. The following Burst Strength (in H2O) data were recorded: 26.8, 29.2, 28.6, 23.1, 27.7, 26.6, 28.9, 30.2, 24.6, 28.5, 27.9, 31.7, 24.2, 23.1, 29.8, 30.3, 22.2, 27.1.

A. Display the data graphically by constructing:

  • i. Stem and Leaf Plot
  • ii. Boxplot
  • iii. Histogram of the data

Data was collected from a textile finishing process. Samples were collected daily and the number of nonconformities were recorded.

A. Construct an appropriate control chart for the above data.

B. Do any of the points exceed the 3 sigma control limits?

The following data was collected from a manufacturing line. Five samples are taken at random periodically and tested for a particular quality characteristic. The samples are as follows: X1, X2, X3, X4, X5: 22.4, 23.0, 22.3, 21.9, 21.6, 20.5, 20.1, 19.6, 21.3, 22.7, 22.4, 20.1, 20.0, 18.9, 21.0, 19.5, 18.0, 22.8, 20.1, 20.9, 20.0, 19.2, 20.8, 21.7, 23.8, 23.1, 22.0, 21.9, 22.7, 21.7, 22.5, 20.5, 20.6, 22.0, 20.5, 19.5, 22.3, 23.6, 22.4, 21.9, 18.6, 17.9, 18.1, 19.2, 21.0, 21.2, 20.6, 21.1, 20.1, 21.4, 22.6, 20.9, 19.4, 17.0, 22.4, 21.0, 22.0, 15.9, 21.3, 21.6.

A. Construct either an X-bar and R chart or an X-bar and S chart on the process.

B. Estimate the process standard deviation.

C. Plot the charts. Applying the western electric rules, is the process in Statistical Control?

A particular manufacturing process is monitored by sampling one at a time (subgroup size = 1). The individual data from the last 30 points are given below:

  • Sample X Sample X: 1, 43, ... , 4

A. Construct an Individuals chart.

B. Construct a MA Chart.

C. Construct either a Cusum or EWMA chart.

Paper For Above Instructions

This paper aims to fulfill the requirements set forth in the IE 672 Industrial Quality Control case study scenarios by employing Minitab software to analyze manufacturing data. The analysis will follow a structured approach using statistical methods to demonstrate the capabilities of quality control in production processes.

1. Burst Strength Analysis

The burst strength data collected from the production of medical pouches is: 26.8, 29.2, 28.6, 23.1, 27.7, 26.6, 28.9, 30.2, 24.6, 28.5, 27.9, 31.7, 24.2, 23.1, 29.8, 30.3, 22.2, 27.1. The first step in the analysis is to display this data graphically using three different plot types: stem and leaf, boxplot, and histogram.

1.1. Stem and Leaf Plot: To create the stem and leaf plot, the data can be organized with the first digit(s) representing the 'stem' and the last digit representing the 'leaf'. The resulting plot provides a visual representation of the distribution while retaining the original data values.

1.2. Boxplot: A boxplot will be constructed next. The boxplot illustrates the distribution and highlights the median, quartiles, and any potential outliers. This can be done using Minitab's graphical functions.

1.3. Histogram: Finally, a histogram will show the frequency distribution of the burst strength values. Binning the data into ranges allows for easy visualization of how the values are distributed across the spectrum.

2. Control Chart for Nonconformities

Data for a textile finishing process recorded the number of nonconformities in daily samples. For such data, an appropriate control chart to analyze the variation is necessary. The first step will be to create a control chart, likely a p-chart or np-chart, depending on the data available about the sample size.

2.1.Control Chart Creation: The control chart can be generated using Minitab by inputting the daily nonconformities and the total units produced. This will allow us to visualize the stability of the process over time.

2.2. 3 Sigma Control Limits: After establishing the control chart, the next step is to analyze whether any points exceed the 3-sigma control limits. Points beyond these limits indicate a potential out-of-control process, warranting further investigation.

3. Process Variation Analysis

From the subsequent data regarding five periodic samples for the manufacturing quality characteristic, we will construct either an X-bar and R chart or X-bar and S chart to monitor the process mean and variability.

3.1. X-bar and R Chart Creation: Falling in line with standard quality control practices, we’ll calculate the subgroup means and ranges, and use this to create the X-bar and R charts. Minitab facilitates this process through its chart functions.

3.2. Process Standard Deviation: Estimating the process standard deviation involves calculating the sample standard deviation from the aggregated data points in the X-bar and R chart. This is crucial for understanding the process variation.

3.3. Plotting the Charts: Once calculated, we can plot these charts to visualize the stability of the process, applying Western Electric rules to determine if the process is statistically in control.

4. Individual Point Monitoring

For the ongoing one-at-a-time sampling manufacturing process, we have individual data collected at the last 30 points. This segment will follow the steps to construct individual control charts while monitoring for stability.

4.1. Individuals Chart: An individuals chart will be constructed using Minitab to visualize the data points one by one, providing insight into any unusual variations.

4.2. MA Chart: We will also construct a moving average chart to observe trends in the data over time, facilitating the detection of any anomalies that could indicate process imperfections.

4.3. Cusum or EWMA Chart: The final step involves creating either a Cumulative Sum (Cusum) or Exponentially Weighted Moving Average (EWMA) chart to reinforce the monitoring of the process in terms of statistical control.

Conclusion

The outlined tasks necessitate the application of Minitab for crafting effective control charts, estimating standard deviations, and graphically representing data, all pivotal for ensuring that quality control measures are upheld in manufacturing processes. As emphasized in this analysis, recognizing outliers and understanding variability are fundamental for maintaining and improving production quality.

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