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Relay Revolution Relies on DFSS+

In 2004 when Wabtec embarked on the design of an electronic relay valve (ERV) for use in the braking systems of New York City subways, the company developed its Design for Six Sigma process, which today remains an important part of its new product develop..

  • Filetype: pdf
  • Publish date: 2008-03
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Chi Square Contingency Table

by Christolear, Dean

This spreadsheet allows the user to look for differences between groups of data. Use this spread sheet when you have proportional data...

  • Filetype: xls
  • Keywords:Tools and Templates, DMAIC: Analyze
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Stakeholder Analysis Template

by Brack, Rodney

This template shows the impact of stakeholders' attitudes, activity, power and interest in determining stakeholder engagement strategies...

  • Filetype: xls
  • Keywords:Tools and Templates, DMAIC: Define
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Cause & Effects Rating Matrix

by Okon, Stephen

This tool is used to help decide which inputs from a Cause & Effects/Fishbone diagram should be addressed first. (Tab 1) Rank major categories of the output first, and then rate the inputs against the weighted output categories. (Tab 2) Copy the results a..

  • Filetype: xls
  • Keywords:Tools and Templates, DMAIC: Analyze
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Disenos de Experimentos Factoriales (Spanish language Full Factorial DOE)

by Stutz, Ricardo

Esta herramienta se puede utilizar para medir los resultados de combinaciones multiples de factores...

  • Filetype: xls
  • Keywords:Tools and Templates, DMAIC: Improve
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Metrics that Trigger Actionable Discussions: Prioritize Process Improvements Using Gauge R&R and SPC Capability

by Ramu, Govind

Integrating tools like FMEA, GR&R, and SPC provides a quality improvement framework for monitoring process health and prioritizing improvements. An eight-step model begins with documenting quality characteristics and leads to the creation of a "process he..

  • Filetype: pdf
  • Publish date: 2007-12
  • Keywords:Master Black Belt, SPC, Metrics

Metrics that Trigger Actionable Discussions: Prioritize Process Improvements Using Gauge R&R and SPC Capability Presentation

by Ramu, Govind

Integrating tools like FMEA, GR&R, and SPC provides a quality improvement framework for monitoring process health and prioritizing improvements. An eight-step model begins with documenting quality characteristics and leads to the creation of a "process he..

  • Filetype: pdf
  • Publish date: 2007-12
  • Keywords:Master Black Belt, SPC, Metrics
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Performance Gap Matrix template

by McCain, Cecelia

The performance gap matrix is used to identify the performance gaps between one organization and a best practice leader by reducing data to common denominators. Complete instructions are included in the file...

  • Filetype: doc
  • Keywords:Tools and Templates, DMAIC: Define
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Virtual (CNC) Machine Spreadsheet

by Christolear, Dean

This spreadsheet simulates a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) shaft machining operation. Changes can be made to the Spindle Speed, Feed Rate and Depth of Cut. A single pass or double pass program can be selected. You can Copy/Paste the resulting data into..

  • Filetype: xls
  • Keywords:Tools and Templates, DMAIC: Improve
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Problem Analysis Using Pareto Chart

This is a quick and very basic tool which can be used to capture and analyze problem occurrences..

  • Filetype: xls
  • Keywords:Tools and Templates, DMAIC: Define

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