Statistical Software Supports Six Sigma at Dow Chemical
JMP for Six Sigma

Few companies are comfortable with product defects; companies striving to maintain Six Sigma production levels abhor them. Dow Chemical Co. belongs to the latter group of businesses--a devout Six Sigma company dedicated to streamlined processes and high-quality products. It's understandable that Dow subscribes to Six Sigma initiatives with such ardor; it's much easier to eliminate defects before they begin than to scrap thousands of gallons of chemicals due to poor production procedures. Remaining at Six Sigma production levels is no easy task, even for a powerhouse like Dow. For help, the company turned to the statistical quality control software of JMP, a business unit of SAS.

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Datasweep Amplifies Quality at Powerwave
The Datasweep Advantage Suite

In industries such as cellular, personal communication services and next-generation or 3G networks, real-time access to production and quality data is a must. Just ask quality professionals at Powerwave Technologies Inc., a leading supplier of high-performance radio frequency power amplifiers. They know that the ability to access real-time data can help drive continuous and predictable quality.

Powerwave manufactures a diverse line of high-performance radio frequency power amplifiers for the wireless communications market. These products are utilized in cellular, PCS and 3G base stations worldwide. Until June 2002, Powerwave struggled to find a solution that could handle its real-time needs. It was at this time that Powerwave implemented the Datasweep Advantage suite.

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Delcam's PowerINSPECT Orbits Saturn Quality Procedures
Delcam's PowerINSPECT

As the first line of defense against collisions and the elements, vehicle body panels are manufactured in accordance with stringent specifications. Slight abnormalities, incorrect measurements and welding flaws are not only unacceptable at Saturn, but they're also under attack.

Saturn's weapon of choice is Delcam's PowerINSPECT, an integrated inspection package for use with 3-D coordinate measuring machines and inspection arms.

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