{"product_id":"2940046362466","title":"Practical Statistical Process Control","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe tools and technique used in Statistical Process Control (SPC) have been used around the world to monitor variation in processes and identify opportunities to make real sustained improvements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe majority of engineers and scientists have had some limited exposure to this important technique and this book has been written with the authors 30 years experience in practical statistical process control and is aimed squarely at practising engineers and scientists rather than statisticians and mathematicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractical Statistical Process Control takes a graphical approach using a software tool called Minitab.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author concentrates on each step of using the technique with explanations along the way of each decision point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will find this guide both practical and useful, with copious screenshots of the software in use and clear precise explanations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe emphasis is on understanding process variation including the importance of gage reproducibility and repeatability. Also covered is the construction of control charts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey points:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Provides tools and techniques for practical business and process improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Introduces screenshots and explanations for each step of statistical process control, control charts and using the right type.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* A worked example using Minitab example data, again explained step by step with advice from the author at each step.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book will be extremely useful to engineers and scientists who want to solve quality, process and manufacturing problems quickly and easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout the Author\u003cbr\u003eColin Hardwick is the leading expert in the practical use of Statistical Process Control in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHe holds a Masters Degree in Manufacturing Systems from Warwick University and a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Sheffield.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHe has trained people extensively in Statistical Process Control and is Managing Director of Hardwick Consultants Ltd. A qualified Master Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma, he has also worked for other major companies such as Chemring PLC, Rolls-Royce and GEC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout the Author\u003cbr\u003eColin Hardwick started his career in the lighting industry and quickly moved into the Quality field before becoming a Master Black Belt in Lean six Sigma. His next move took him into Rolls-Royce working on the design and supply of nuclear reactors for Britain's submarine fleet and he rose to become Quality \u0026amp; Business Improvement Manager after spells as Production Manager and Design Manager.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChemring plc then offered a chance to become Quality \u0026amp; Business Director in their European Division working on the design and supply of explosive products and he later became responsible for Engineering \u0026amp; Technology in addition to Quality \u0026amp; Business Improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2013 he set up his own consultancy specialising in quality improvements - Hardwick Consultants Ltd. He has used Statistical Process Control to solve a multitude of problems in all three industries, saving millions of pounds in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Liberation Media Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47176771633392,"sku":"2940046362466","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940046362466_p0.jpg?v=1763690898","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940046362466","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}