Win SPC Software
WinSPC -- award-winning statistical
process control software -- helps you monitor in-line production
and quality data to ensure product and process conformance.
Win SPC software
is sophisticated enough to handle real time, fully
automated data collection, yet is also simple enough
for new operators to quickly learn how to manually enter
data. Win SPC software can collect data from
a wide variety of automated or manual input sources such
as gages, CMMs, PLCs, software applications and ODBC databases.
This powerful SPC software provides a wide range of real-time
charting options with built-in alarming capabilities and
user-defined events to respond to statistical conditions.
WinSPC software is an enterprise-wide statistical
process control solution that stores all the collected data
in a standard SQL database for engineers and managers to
access, with hundreds of built-in statistics, charts, and
customizable reports easily available. Operators and managers
depend on Win SPC
software not only to meet ISO/TS/FDA compliance requirements,
but to quickly identify and react to potential problems
that impact the bottom line. Win SPC software is the trusted quality
control solution chosen by leading manufacturers throughout
the world.
Core Functionality
Wireless Mobile Client
Dataworks have developed a scalable wireless mobile client
system that seamlessy integrates with new or existing Winspc
installations. The system allows factory floor operators
to quickly and efficiently collect and submit data directly
to Winspc in realtime, without being near a pc, by using
a small wireless device. The system supports out of specification
measurement handling, data collection, defect collection
and part/process tags.
Among other features, the Pocket DC System includes:
- Authentication of WinSPC users on mobile client
- Data collection of any sample size
- Defect collection
- Tag support
- Tag and/or part remember function to increase data collection
speed
- Quickcode© support to accelerate common operator
tasks
- Violation acknowledgement directly on mobile client
device
- Automatic remote syncrhonisation of all system components
(servers & mobile devices) on a change to the WinSPC
configuration
The system can be tailored and scaled to meet the individual
needs of each and every customer.
Flexible Data Collection
Broad Selection of Data Sources
Win SPC statistical
process control software was designed as a real-time data
collection tool able to collect data from just about any type
of gage, inspection device or automated equipment, as well
as software applications, file sources, ODBC databases, OPC
servers, barcode readers and keyboards. Win SPC
software is capable of dynamic masking, properly handling
data input even though the data source output may vary.
Examples of data sources easily linked to Win SPC
software:
- Gages (RS 232): Mitutoyo, Federal, Air Gage, Starrett,
Edmunds, Mettler Toledo
- CMMs: B&S, Zeiss, LKS, Nikon, Mitutoyo
- PLCs: AB, Siemens
- Software: MES, SCADA, and HMI systems such as Intellution,
Wonderware, GE Cimplicity, Iconics, Siemens, and others
Random Sampling in Data Collection
Win SPC statistical process control software
can operate in "random" mode, accepting data in any order
or frequency from multiple data sources, then distributing
that data to the appropriate characteristic. This makes Win SPC software the ideal quality control
solution for manufacturing processes with varied data collection
methods and frequency requirements.
Multiple Part/Processes
at a Single Station
Win SPC software
optimizes the use of available client workstations by simultaneously
monitoring and analyzing multiple parts or processes on the
same workstation -- either in the foreground or invisible
in the background collection mode with multiple layers for
data collection.
 Time
based data collection.
Time Based Data Collection
Win SPC software is capable of prompting
operators to collect data at fixed intervals or specified
times to make sure that data collection operations are proceeding
as planned. Win SPC software can also alert management
when scheduled samples are skipped or missed.
Extensive Charts,
Alarms & Reports
Real-Time Charts
Win SPC statistical
process control software allows operators to display and switch
between hundreds of available chart options to obtain the
preferred view of manufacturing process performance.
Examples of some of the hundreds of SPC charts available:
- X
& R
- X
& S
- X & MR
- Median & R
- Pre-Control
- S2
- Cumulative Sum
- Box & Whisker
- Target
- Scatter
- Pareto
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- p
- np
- q
- nq
- c
- u
- Z & W
- Z
& S
- Z
& W
- EWMA
- EWRMS
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Histograms feature distribution models for Normal as well
as Non-Normal data, including Uniform, Exponential, Rayleigh,
Gamma, Log-Normal, t, Weibull, Beta, Johnson (SL, SB, SU),
and Pearson (Type I through XII).
Automated
Closed-Loop Process Feedback
Win SPC software provides closed-loop
process feedback based upon user-definable tests and triggers.
If desired, upon a single test violation WinSPC can initiate
multiple user-defined "events", such as providing an enterprise-wide
non-conformance notification, writing to a central defect
database and triggering physical equipment corrective actions.
Win SPC software transforms statistical
process control analysis into immediate action. By triggering
intelligent feedback on process conditions, WinSPC software
not only provides operators, supervisors and managers with
vital non-conformance information, WinSPC can initiate the
process needed for corrective action. Win SPC
software triggers to out-of-control situations include email
notification, sending output to applications or equipment,
prompting the operator for Notes/Assignable Causes/Corrective
Actions, storing the event in a violation log, prompting visual
alarms on screen, and more.
 Point
and click report generation allows for quick setup on virtually
any filtered data set.
Flexible Report Generation
Win SPC software
includes robust reporting and analysis tools that allow you
to get quick answers to data queries and "what if" scenarios.
WinSPC includes industry standard statistical process control
reports as well as advanced tools to create your own custom
charts, graphs, data tables or statistics.
Filter or query data in any number of ways to present data
by part, process, characteristic, station, user, date/time,
machine, or any tag values. Save yourself time with our template
formats and print the reports to hard copy, preview on screen,
e-mail, or save the report to a web page. All set up parameters
are stored with the report settings for future requests by
customers or auditors.
 Sample
Capability Report using Win SPC software.
Extensive Built-In Reports Win SPC software makes reporting easy
with preconfigured, standard Quality and Production reports.
Examples of quality control and process improvement reports
include: Certificates-of-Analysis for ISO/QS documentation
(COA), Process Status Report for CPK by characteristic (PSR)
ranking processes from worst to best, Continuous Improvement
reports for last period/current period (CIR) to document characteristic
Cpk over time, Pareto charts for defect frequency, and Capability
reports with Cpk, Cpl, Ppk, Ppl, Pr, Percent over/under, Upper
and lower Z values, Sigma, Mean, Skew, Kurtosis, #-Sigma limits,
Chi Square goodness of fit and Histogram with optional distribution
curve, and many more.
Six Sigma Tools
Win SPC software
enables companies to collect and analyze all types of quality
control and production information to support the DMAIC process
in a Six Sigma program. With over 500 advanced analysis functions
and charts, Win SPC software provides a full complement
of Six Sigma tools. Easy access to this information for your
Six Sigma and engineering teams helps drive continuous improvement.
And DataNet's Solution Delivery department can even help train
your team how to use WinSPC software as part of your Six Sigma
program.
Win SPC
software performs advanced analysis of Quality Control and
Production data.
Many DataNet customers have already implemented Six Sigma
projects using Win SPC
software as a key component in data collection, data mining,
statistical analysis, and reporting. Examples of Six Sigma
analysis tools available in WinSPC include: Box & Whisker,
Process Capability, DOE, p-Test, f-Test, Control Charts, Pareto,
Fishbone Diagrams, Control Tests, Correlation Studies, and
many more.
Simple Operation and
Administration
 WinSPC
allows operators to identify their data collection responsibilities
and to login in one step.
Intuitive Interface for Operators Win SPC software is renowned for its ease
of use for operators and administrators alike. WinSPC's configurable
user interface gets operators right to work. The entire login
process can be automated to log in when the PC is turned on
and take the operator directly to the data collection screen.
Each station or user log in can be configured so the user
only views the operations that he or she is responsible for.
Configure and save personalized on-screen workspaces, or create
custom interfaces to match legacy systems while running statistical
process control tests "headless" in the background.
Win SPC software is so easy for operators
to use that the entire operator's manual is printed on a single,
two-sided card. Operator training is accomplished in minutes,
not days, because WinSPC is flexible enough to mimic the data
collection operations already in place.
 Add drawings
and documents directly to the WinSPC data collection screen
for quick operator reference.
Document Access/Viewer
Not only does WinSPC software make it easy for operators to
begin collecting data, WinSPC's data collection screen can
be configured to link to applicable production documents,
work instructions, blueprints, CAD drawings, graphic files,
or other setup information that is needed on the shop floor
to support your quality control program. Almost any existing
document format can be linked to onscreen buttons for immediate
display to the data collection operator. This paperless system
also ensures that the most up-to-date document or revision
is available to the operator.
 Administrate
WinSPC software with ease through a Windows-style interface
with drag and drop functionality for quick set-up and configuration.
Centralized Administration
Win SPC software
is a client server architecture that lets you install, configure
and upgrade from a single station, making maintenance and
upgrades a simple, one-time process. Win SPC software includes a highly granular
security system that allows administrative users to make network-wide
changes from anywhere in the system. Configure options can
be applied globally throughout the system, like security,
device set ups, and control tests.
The intuitive system administration tools offer considerable
time savings and minimize Resources/ Downloads for implementation.
The Explorer style interface manages all Parts, Spec Limits,
Control Limits, User Security, Devices, Reports, and more.
Copy and paste functionality is available to rapidly reproduce
similar part files, or generate and dynamically link configurations
directly from other software (like Excel, legacy SPC software,
ERP systems, APQP or electronic Control Plans).
Complete Traceability
Product Audit Traceability and Regulatory Compliance
Win SPC software provides optional built-in
audit tracking of original product and process configurations
and specifications, collection methods, subsequent changes
and any edited data. Win SPC
software also provides an option to enforce password verification
prior to data commit and can prohibit the reuse of a password
over a twelve-month period. With these features and many more
in its granular security system, WinSPC enables companies
to comply with stringent quality control standards such as
ISO9000, QS9000 and TS16949. And WinSPC statistical process
control software sets the bar for compliance with the FDA
Title 21 CFR Part 11 Electronic Records and Signatures requirement.
 WinSPC
has easily managed and extensive security access and control
features.
Security Control and Protection
Win SPC software
offers a highly granular security system configurable by User,
User Group (with parent-child relationships), Station, or
Log In. Upon login, the User ID entered will determine user
privileges and which WinSPC modules the user can access. Users
can be notified to update their password after a defined number
of days and checked against previous password to prevent reusing
the same password. We also support password masking, defined
password length, maximum failures, automatic log off due to
inactivity, and more.
WinSPC's
Event Log captures system wide activities and events to
maintain a system audit trail and traceability.
Event Log
A single controlled log file maintains all critical system
information for audits and regulatory information. For example,
all system events are tracked and stored in the Event Log
and available for review, sorting, or printing to a hardcopy
report (by user, station, date/time, and event level). Some
examples of system events tracked in Win SPC software include: failed login
attempts; creating, editing, and renaming Specifications,
Tags, or Collection Plans; and all edited data points (including
Date/Time/User/Station along with the edited and original
values). WinSPC stores all this information in the database
on the server the moment it occurs.
Audit Trail
All edits of data are automatically stored in a complete Audit
Trail capturing the Date/Time/User/Station and saving the
original data value. This can be reviewed later by simply
drilling down on a data point or printed from the Event Log
(see above). The data point is flagged that an edit was made.
This also provides full traceability to the Date/Time/User/Station
when that change occurred. WinSPC stores all this information
in the database on the server the moment it occurs, supporting
even the most stringent quality control programs.
 WinSPC
has highly configurable password protection and other security
options.
Electronic Signatures
Certain events and features in WinSPC can be controlled by
a password confirmation prompt prior to allowing the activity.
This could be applied in multiple scenarios: 1) Prior to completing
a data collection plan, 2) prior to editing data, or 3) prior
to creating, editing, or renaming Parts/Processes and/or Specifications.
Win SPC software can be configured to
prompt the user for a password that is then checked against
the User login ID to confirm the same user logged-in is still
responsible for collecting the data.
Advanced Technology
Data Storage
Win SPC software stores all Part/Process
information, Specifications, Data, Audit Trail, Event Log,
report set up information, User IDs and Passwords (encrypted),
and more in the database on the server for management, control,
and integrity of all critical quality control information.
WinSPC
supports a variety of languages configurable by user, station,
or installation.
Multi-Language Support
With WinSPC, operators and administrators who speak different
languages can work side-by-side. WinSPC offers multi-language
support within a single facility, by workstation and/or individual
login. Data can be collected in one language and printed in
another for efficient global customer or supplier communications.
Supported languages include English, Spanish, German, French,
Portuguese, and Chinese.
Relational Database Model
In the client server architecture, all data and configuration
information for the WinSPC application is stored in a SQL
database on the network server. WinSPC has native drivers
to store data in several standard databases, including Oracle,
MS SQL and InterBase. All tables and fields are published
in a database schema and a data dictionary is available for
detailed information about the database layout.
Powerful
Communication Tools
WinSPC's 500 methods and properties for OLE Automation, COM/DCOM,
OPC (OLE for Process Control) and other API controls allow
easy collaboration and data exchange with other applications,
including; ERP, MRP, MES, HMI, SCADA, APQP, PPAP, MS Access
or Excel and more.
As
licensing needs grow, WinSPC licenses can be increased via
the web simply by downloading a new validation code.
Concurrent License Metering
WinSPC license management utilities meter licenses based upon
how many stations are logged in at the same time, letting
you maximize your investment by eliminating the need for extra
licenses. Win SPC software can be configured to
automatically log out after any chosen duration of inactivity
at any given terminal without exiting the application.
Complete Disconnect Protection
If the network or database fails for any reason, WinSPC clients
will continue to collect data locally off line. Once the system
is back on-line, WinSPC automatically reconnects and synchronizes
with the main database, preserving client-side data. WinSPC
Statistical Process Control software also provides 100 percent
recovery of all data and specifications from the server should
individual workstations fail - simply plug in a replacement
and continue working right where you left off.
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