DataLyzer
MSA Gage Management
DataLyzer Gage Management Software
The movie below gives you a quick introduction into how the gage management software works. Keep in mind that in 2022 full new web-based system will be released with state-of-the-art technology.
Free webinar Calibration and MSA
The movie below is a recording of a webinar where we show how calibration can be improved using SPC and how MSA and SPC are integrated.
Calibration and MSA Software Overview
SPC analysis is largely impacted by measurement system error. Gage instruments, inspection techniques and fixturing all make up a measuring system. Any of these components can introduce variation in the measuring system. This variation in the measuring system is then reflected as part of total process variation in the SPC analysis and negatively impacts key quality statistics like Cpk, Ppk, Ppm etc.
In all major quality approaches controlling measurement system variation is an essential first step. The calibration software part in DataLyzer® Spectrum Gage Management offers complete functionality for internal or external calibration of gages and required features like printing calibration labels. The MSA software part in DataLyzer® Spectrum Gage Management quantifies this measurement system variation and provides the required information for reducing it. The DataLyzer® Spectrum Gage Management system works according to IATF 16949 and RM13003 requirements.
DataLyzer® Spectrum Gage Management software consists of 3 components:
• Gage Calibration and Bias Studies (Calibration software)
• Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility Studies (MSA software)
• Supplier Records (sourcing for supplies, replacement and repair)
Some of the benefits of the DataLyzer Gage Management software are:
• Flexible system to setup and perform calibration studies.
• Control charts can be shown of calibration studies.
• Complete system for MSA studies including all IATF reports.
• Central tracking and monitoring of calibration and R&R studies.
• Integration of Calibration software, MSA software and SPC software in 1 database.
For more information please download the brochure.
In 2022 DataLyzer will release the new webbased Qualis gage management system. Some specific unique features will be included.
Gage Database
Gage location, Gage supplier, supplier information like shipping address, costs, service-record, etc. These records are maintained to allow quick reference for instrument service or replacement.
Gage History
Maintains a history of these calibration studies so that trends can be observed. Information about external calibrations can also be stored.
Calibration Software
During the calibration there are options available to select the number of calibration points within the measuring range, to select an available standard nearest each calibration point and to include measurement or master uncertainty in the study. The Calibration procedure can be user defined and applied to all desired gages.
Reports
Calibration Study History, the results history, Calibration due reports and printing of labels is supported. All required reports from the IATF16949 are available in DataLyzer Gage Management.
MSA Software
Input methods include: by trial, randomized or open form/any order. ANOVA, Long and short, variable and attribute studies, complimented by performance curves, Range charts, Average & Run charts, Error charts, Normalized Individuals Charts, Whisker charts, X-Y plots and Scatter plots of the data. R&R percentage can be based on process variation, Study variation or specific characteristic tolerance. The MSA studies in DataLyzer Gage Management are compliant to the IATF16949 automotive and RM13003 aerospace requirements.
Data Entry Methods
Data for the studies can be obtained manually from keyboard, automatically from gage via RS-232 / USB or imported from a spread sheet.
Multi-language Support
Built-in multilingual support to eases use among shop-floor workers. Languages include English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Hindi, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Hungarian, Slovenian, Vietnamese, Turkish, Polish, Czech, Italian, Danish and Swedish. Other languages can be added quickly.
For more information please download the brochure.
Calibration and MSA – A practical approach to implementation –An important step which is often overlooked is the measurement systems analysis (MSA) step. In principle it is a very easy and logical step. Skipping this step can result in costly mistakes and loss of time spent on root cause analysis. In this document DataLyzer will give you a brief introduction into calibration and MSA and provide some guidelines how you can easily implement calibration and measurement systems analysis. |
Calibration and Control ChartsMost companies are aware of the power of control charts for process improvement. In most quality requirements, companies are required to perform calibration and even statistical process control. In the laboratory guidelines for determining calibration intervals ILAC-G24, it is even given as one of the possible methods to establish the calibration interval but there is hardly any information available how control charts can be used in improving the calibration process. In this whitepaper we will explain how calibration and SPC can be integrated. |