Automation of Quality Control: Creating New Value in Manufacturing Sites with Real-Time SPC

Utilization of solutions for data measurement and tracking management! Statistical process control software that achieves optimal performance across a wide range of product lines and the entire manufacturing process.

The statistical engineering management software "Real-Time SPC" is a product that enables rapid monitoring of quality and processes, from surveillance to response and provision. This product is equipped with all the features necessary for customized issue identification alerts, access to visual process monitoring functions, and easy data setup and collection, all within a single integrated analytical ecosystem. Additionally, it is designed to meet the needs of any role, whether the user is an engineer, field personnel, business manager, or executive. 【Solutions to these concerns】 ■ Monitoring operational status under circumstances where immediate access to data is not possible can be stressful and lead to wasted time. ■ A single solution is needed to alleviate the burden on all personnel involved, including process engineers, factory supervisors, and field workers. ■ We want to reduce the time required to identify the root causes of problems. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Data analysis and predictive modeling! It is a statistical analysis software that enables excellent results and data-driven decision-making. A free trial is also available!

The statistical analysis software 'Minitab' is a powerful statistical tool that anyone can use. Predictive analysis utilizing advanced forecasting algorithms and tools such as CART, Random Forests, TreeNet, and MARS provides better results than conventional regression approaches. By leveraging this powerful module, you can make informed decisions based on a deep understanding of complex datasets, leading to excellent outcomes and data-driven decision-making. 【Solutions to some of these concerns】 ■ Missing data points in observational datasets weaken the statistical power derived from the data, resulting in shallow insights. ■ Common data analysis methods typically prioritize strong indicators, often overlooking valuable insights provided by less powerful indicators, which can lead to an incomplete understanding of the data. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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50% reduction in overfilling! Optimize your packaging process with the statistical analysis software "Minitab" and achieve significant savings! A free trial is also available!

For improving the bagging process, the statistical analysis software Minitab is recommended. If the management of filling amounts is lax, it can lead to significant cost increases due to material waste from overfilling, and if underfilled, it can result in regulatory violations and damage to brand reputation. For example, in a case involving packaged candy, Minitab was used to reduce overfilling by more than 50%. This resulted in savings of over $1.2 million (approximately 180 million yen) in material costs annually. This achievement is due to the suppression of process variation and optimization of filling weight based on statistical analysis. Minitab is a powerful statistical analysis software that helps reduce waste while complying with government regulations and improving profits. It is particularly recommended for companies with packaging processes and has a strong track record. ■ Key Points Challenge: Increased costs from overfilling and risk of regulatory violations from underfilling. Case: A packaged candy company reduced overfilling by over 50%. Results: Saved over $1.2 million in material costs annually. Recommendation: Processes can be optimized with the statistical analysis software Minitab. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The automotive industry solves challenges and analyzes data! Supporting the development of safe and efficient vehicles.

Currently, the automotive manufacturing industry is facing many unique challenges. New technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, and computer vision are being integrated into already advanced manufacturing processes. Additionally, new regulations regarding standards require rapid and efficient responses. Process optimization, supply chain flexibility, and emission reduction are becoming more important than ever. Minitab has been helping automotive manufacturers respond to industry changes for over 50 years. Through a global team and local support around the world, Minitab has a deep understanding of global trends and region-specific challenges. *For more details, please refer to the PDF. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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Demonstrating reliability standards is an important benchmark in the medical device industry!

You may have seen numbers such as 90/80 reliability, 95/95 reliability, 95/99 reliability, and 99/99 reliability. In the context of certainty and reliability, the first number represents certainty, and the second number represents the degree of reliability. For example, if a process achieves 95/95 certainty and reliability, it indicates that you can be 95% confident that 95% of the units in the population are good. *For detailed content of the article, you can view it in the PDF. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

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Investigate the yield process in detail using multiple machine learning models and identify key parameters!

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (Headquarters: Tokyo) is a global research and development-based biopharmaceutical company with a mission to create "a healthier and brighter future" for people around the world, always putting patients at the center of its focus. For over 230 years since its founding, the company has earnestly worked on creating innovative pharmaceuticals and treatment methods, anchored by an unwavering fundamental spirit of management. Takeda has a long-standing relationship with our company, using analysis to solve production issues, identifying and implementing opportunities for improvement, and planning appropriate experiments to achieve process improvements with minimal supervision. *For detailed content of the article, please refer to the PDF. For more information, feel free to contact us.*

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Make all decisions accurately! Strengthen your business with reliable analytical solutions.

Our mission is to make better data-driven decisions and to enhance excellence and innovation, as well as to promote excellence and innovation. We aim to improve performance, drive innovation, and provide high-quality products and services. With a rich history, we strive to help organizations achieve operational efficiency and outstanding performance. Additionally, built on a solid foundation of years of expertise, we consistently evolve to meet our customers' needs, spanning various industries, sizes, and regions. 【Products Offered (Partial)】 ■Minitab Connect ■Minitab ■SPM ■Minitab Model Ops ■Minitab Workspace *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Fukuda Corporation has been pursuing leak detection for 60 years and is dedicated to advancing the future of leak testing. 【 Supporting Various Leak Tests: Air Leak Test / Gas Leak Test (Hydrogen Gas, Helium Gas) 】 We develop, manufacture, and sell leak testing equipment to inspect airtightness and sealing performance. We will propose suitable testers and devices for each inspection target. 【 Target Industries and Examples of Inspection Targets 】 - Automotive Industry: Engines, FC components, valves and piping, various parts - Electronic Components Industry: Smartphones, keyless switches, various small sensors - Pharmaceuticals / Food / Cosmetics Industry: Bottle containers, syringes, vials, eye drop containers, pillow packaging, PTP packaging We will propose the most suitable leak testers for each industry. 【 ISO Certification 】JIS Q 9001:2015 (ISO 9001:2015)

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At construction sites, temporary parking lots may be established for workers and construction-related vehicles. On unpaved ground, mud and ruts can easily occur due to rain, which may hinder vehicle access. Hyper CLT mats are civil engineering materials that utilize wood CLT. By laying them in temporary parking lots, a suitable environment for vehicle passage and parking can be created while protecting the ground. They can be laid only in the necessary areas, and after the construction is completed, they can be removed and repurposed for temporary roads or access routes. The 5×10 panels weigh approximately 230 kg, and the 5×20 panels weigh about 460 kg, making them lightweight and easy to install and remove even with small machinery, allowing for changes in parking space. Additionally, they offer benefits unique to wood, such as glare reduction, noise reduction, and CO2 fixation. They are registered as a technology with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism under NETIS as "TH-250021-A," and can be utilized for the development of temporary parking lots and innovative public works.

Metal cracks are one of the concerns in equipment maintenance operations. Conventional welding repair methods can change the base material around the crack due to heat, leading to residual stress and deformation, which always carries the risk of "crack recurrence" and "secondary damage." Hinode Water Supply Equipment Co., Ltd.'s "Mechanical Stitching Method" is a new technique that allows for the repair of metal cracks without applying heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, the crack is physically removed without affecting the base material at all. Repairs can be made even in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

Metal cracks are one of the concerns in equipment maintenance operations. Conventional welding repair methods can alter the base material around the crack due to heat, leading to residual stress and deformation, which always carries the risk of "crack recurrence" or "secondary damage." Hinode Water Supply Equipment Co., Ltd.'s "Mechanical Stitching Method" is a new technique that allows for metal crack repair without applying heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, the crack is physically removed without affecting the base material with heat. Repairs can be made even in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.