Datastat CS SPC Software

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Using advanced programming techniques, Dataputer's Datastat CS (Client Server Version) is a powerful SPC software program, which gives professional results in an easy-to-use package. Using Client / Server technology with open database connectivity (ODBC), Datastat CS can be linked to existing data and allows multiple Users to share a common database.

Datastat CSV is available in two versions, Administrator and Shopfloor.

Administrator In this version all the set-ups are created for SPC studies including gauge configurations, tests for control, identification tags, user logins, security privileges, report designs and screen customisation.
Shopfloor Provides the User with all the tools necessary to control the manufacturing process. Data collection can be by keyboard, direct gauge entry multiplexer, or by touch screen technology. Charts can be displayed alongside the readings and updated "live" as new data is collected. Warnings are given if violations occur and Cause / Actions and notes can be entered to record the problem and its solutions.

Common features include

  • Data and keyboard entry
  • Direct input from gauges using RS232 port and multiplexers
  • Import from text files (filescan for automatic input from other applications or machines)
  • 8 data tags to identify source of data and filter data for analysis
  • Display of CAD drawings or pictures in .bmp, .wmf, or .jpg file formats so "hotspots" can be added to show which feature is to be measured next.
  • Gauge R&R using average and range, ANOVA and CNOMO

CONTROL CHARTS

Variable Charts

Xbar/Range, X/bar Sigma, Individual and Moving Range, Capability Indices, Warnings for out of control situations (“traffic light” sigma zoning), Cause and Actions, Run Chart, Scatter Chart to examine correlation between variables, Cp/Cpk Evolution of continuous improvement.

Attributes Chart

p, np, c, u Defect Pareto

Cause / Action Pareto Charts

Identifies which is your most frequent reason for production faults and how you are correcting them.

CAPABILITY STUDIES

Histogram of Individuals, Subgroup Means, and Johnson (non-normal distribution) Curve Charts

Distribution analysis – skewness, kurtosis, Chi-square curve fit test

Capability Statistics – Pp, Ppk, Cp, Cpk, CAM (CNOMO), etc

Multi-variable Capability Overview Chart

 

DATASTAT CS ADMINISTRATOR ADDITIONAL FEATURES

SET-UPS

Part Definitions

Detailed information about the process such as tolerances, method of data capture, which violations are tested for etc, are entered.

Pre-defined lists

Known as Pick Lists can be created for Tag Entries, Warnings, Cause / Actions and Defects.  These avoid the need to type in this information and hence reduce errors.

Calculation modes

User selected to determine when and how Control Limits etc, are calculated.

Gauge set-ups

Specify which gauges are used for each measurement and to configure the gauge for automatic data entry.

Choice of languages - English or French

Customisable Warning Lists

Create your own warning lists, or use the standard lists in the software.

Chart Customisation

Set up individual configurations, colours, orientation, zoom, layout, etc.

Screen layouts

Set up your views to suit the way you want to work. These can be created and set up for each part and they appear automatically when the User logs on.

 

SECURITY
  • Advanced security features that help Users achieve compliance to FDA's 21 CFR Part 11 regulations. These include:
  • Encryption of passwords.
  • Audit trail of data addition, deletion and edits
  • Log of all access and administrator warning of security breaches.
  • Password expiry.
  • Restricted access based on user profiles

REPORTING

  • All printed reports are fully customisable. If you don't like the reports supplied with the package these can be easily changed or new reports can be designed in minutes with our visual Report Designer.
  • Reports can be output in PDF format for e-mail purposes.
  • Screen layouts can be printed out with one mouse click.
  • Print preview of any report - see exactly what will appear before printing.
  • Batch Reports can be set up to print multiple reports unattended.

OTHER FEATURES INCLUDE

  • Control Charts retain historical limits each time control limits are recalculated so that you can see how your process is performing.
  • Fully networkable as standard - view at one station data being collected at any of the other stations. All charts are updated "live" at all stations, not just the one that is entering data.
  • Customisable tool bars - short cut icons speed access to data and charts, only requiring a single mouse click.
  • Works in conjunction with the full range of Dataputer Gauge Multiplexers for direct entry of measurements.