SPC 101: Differentiating Between Cpk and Ppk Values

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Let’s take the confusion out of Cpk and Ppk. Just like control charts tell us about the stability of the process, capability analyses tell us about process capability. Capability Indices help us judge whether the process is capable of producing parts that are within specifications. Among the various capability indices, Cpk and Ppk are popular … Continued

Misapplications of SPC…and the Consequences

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Many manufacturing leaders believe that their production personnel use SPC properly, but the evidence suggests otherwise. Statistical Process Control (SPC) is a method that enables manufacturers to prevent problems and to control their production processes. Unfortunately, it is rarely applied correctly, so manufacturers tend to be inefficient, reactive, and even unprofitable. Upon investigating most warranty, … Continued

Can control charts detect small process shifts?

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EWMA or Cusum charts are the best charts for detecting process shifts less than 1σ. Typical control charts, such as Xbar & R and X & Mr, indicate whether or not a process is statistically stable. They detect process changes greater than 1.5σ and, because of this, are not the best tool to detect small … Continued

How Can an OC Curve Be Used to Manage Risk of Undetected Special Causes?

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An OC curve allows practitioners to determine a sample size that will result in the detection of those process changes that are of practical significance while minimizing the occurrence of false alarm. When applied properly, SPC provides manufacturers a proven method to increase profitability and achieve a deeper understanding of their processes. Additionally, SPC can … Continued

Where do the typical control chart signals come from?

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The purpose of control charting is to regularly monitor a process so that significant process changes may be detected. These process changes may be a shift in the process average (Xbar) or a change in the amount of variation in the process. The variation observed when the process is operating normally is called common cause variation. When … Continued

Pre-Control: No Substitute for Statistical Process Control

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Unfortunately, applying “simple” tools at the expense of tools with considerably more value (and really not much more complexity or difficulty) doesn’t cut it. Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts allow timely detection of assignable causes of process changes (e.g. shifts, trends, variation). This allows root causes to be determined and allows the production team to … Continued

 

WinSPC Document Downloads

Below are a number of resources to help you get to know WinSPC. These include our Trial software, videos and webinars, and some white papers and project tools. Feel free to review as many of them as you like. When you’re ready, give us a call and, together, we’ll explore how WinSPC can help you achieve your particular Quality objectives.

WinSPC Trial Software

To download a WinSPC trial contact us.

Operator Instruction Card.pdf
A two page quick start guide for operators.

WinSPC Knowledge Base
Check out hundreds of helpful posts, examples, and articles at our WinSPC dedicated knowledge base site.

Videos

DataNet built WinSPC with the goal of helping manufacturers lower operation costs through responsive, automated statistical process control. In this section, you can find videos to help introduce yourself to WinSPC, take a deeper dive into expert functionality, or get more detail about the business value of SPC.

Videos intended to impart a foundational understanding of the SPC concepts that are utilized in WinSPC.

Videos about setting up WinSPC.

Live workshops and demonstrations on popular WinSPC features from WinSPC experts.

  • WinSPC Workshop 1: Dashboard Introduction (~26 min)
    This workshop focuses on various use-cases and configuration options for the new dashboard features. (WinSPC V9)
  • WinSPC Workshop 2: Exploring Data Sets (~25 min)
    Brad and Frank explore use-cases for the 100+ template Data Sets available in WinSPC, then walk through how to build your own Data Set using simple filtering options. (WinSPC V9)
  • WinSPC Workshop 3: Data Sources (~36 min)
    Brad and Frank explore use-cases for connecting your data sources to WinSPC, then walk through actual connection scenarios using the software. (WinSPC V9)
  • WinSPC Workshop 4: Chart Schemes (~8 min)
    Brad shows you how to configure chart schemes to enable custom yet repeatable visual setups throughout WinSPC. (WinSPC V9)
  • WinSPC Workshop 5: Blueprint Mode (~5 min)
    Brad shows you how to quickly set up a visual data collection screen that includes a product image or diagram with WinSPC Blueprint Mode. (WinSPC V9)
  • WinSPC Version 9 Guided Overview (~15 min)
    Brad Armstrong and Frank Tappen take you on a tour of the Version 9 functionality. (WinSPC V9)
  • WinSPC Envision Guided Overview (~19 min)
    Brad Armstrong takes you on a tour of common uses for WinSPC Envision. (WinSPC V8)

Recorded online seminars about statistical process control.

  • Your Profit is on the Line (~58 min)
    Five practical steps to manufacturing the highest quality product for the lowest possible cost with Integral Concepts, DQS and Quality Magazine. (WinSPC V8)
  • Measuring the Value of SPC (~30 min)
    Lessons for documenting the monetary value of SPC to justify the investment. (WinSPC V8)

SPC Posters and Powerpoint Slides

In this section, you will find posters and Powerpoint slides that summarize SPC benefits and illustrate SPC concepts.

WinSPC Real-time Leaders Poster

Introductory SPC Posters (color)

Introductory SPC Posters (grayscale)

Introductory SPC Powerpoint Slides

Printable Product & Services Sheets (PDF)

In this section, you can download brochures about WinSPC, WinSPC Envision, WinSPC Cloud, QualTrend, Custom Web Reporter, and DataNet’s support and training programs.

WinSPC Implementation and Planning Materials

If you are embarking on a WinSPC implementation, you will find materials here to help you on your way and get you thinking about potential project goals. For those not performing a WinSPC implementation, but who may want more information about implementation for planning purposes, the materials in this section will be of assistance.

Whitepaper

Here is helpful information on a few industry topics that may be of assistance in your situation, including a white paper on measuring and reducing cost.

Datanet Corporate Documents

Below, you can view an overview of our company, or view our privacy policy.

Privacy Policy

How to Buy WinSPC

Contact WinSPC Sales at +1 248.357.2200 or email [email protected].  They can help you to define your solution and associated costs or connect you with a regional reseller near your manufacturing facility.

WinSPC is licensed based on concurrent usage.  A purchase of 25 licenses, for example, in general, permits up to 25 computers to use WinSPC at the same time.

WinSPC® Single License — $1,600.00 (USD)

  • One base license, which permits access to all WinSPC functionality (data collection, administration, etc.).
  • Ninety days of standard service coverage

Volume Discounts

  • Discounts are available for purchases of the following license volumes: 6-19, 20-49, 50-74, and 75-100.
  • Site licensing and corporate licensing models are available upon request.
  • Hosted solutions based on a Cloud/SaaS model are also available upon request.

Extended Service Contracts

  • DataNet offers extended service contracts for 18% of the software list price.
  • Extended service contracts grant customers access to new WinSPC releases and the WinSPC Support team during regular working hours.
  • Extended service contracts are one year in duration. Discounts for multiple years are available.
  • A 24 x 7 support option is also available.

WinSPC Translations

  • US English is included.  Optional translations include Chinese (Traditional and Mandarin), French, Malaysian, Portuguese and Spanish. Translations are priced per database.
  • Additional languages available by quote
  • A language translation utility is included with WINSPC for customers to generate their own custom translations or dialects.

Professional Services

  • See Implementation for the costs and description of implementation services related to WinSPC.
  • See System Integration for the costs and description of system integration services related to WinSPC.
  • See Customer-Specific Solutions for the costs and description of customer-specific solutions related to WinSPC.
  • See Software Validation for the costs and description of software validation services related to WinSPC.
  • See Courses for the costs and description of training options related to WinSPC.