Contracting Agency: U.S. Army, Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD)
Point of Contact: solutions@kbsi.com
Partners: Texas A&M University

Overview

The SPCES project focused on developing a methodology of use and software architecture for performing Statistical Process Control (SPC) within the machine shop. CCAD was concerned with its capability to repetitively deliver quality parts and material from its support shops. In response to this concern, KBSI developed quality control methods to be applied to the machine shop, procured commercially available SPC software and performed necessary systems integration and training for the shop.

The integrated SPC software monitors parts dimensions and continually updates part data. Part dimension data is automatically transmitted to the SPC software system using Radio Frequency (RF) equipment installed at the shop-floor machines and this data is instantly reflected in the automated control charts. The software system also maintains minimum and maximum acceptance levels and plots control points.