Statistical Quality Control
Statistical Quality Control** Meaning: S.Q.C. means planned collection & effective use of data for studying causes of variations in quality either as between processes, procedures, materials, machines etc. or over periods of time. By statistical quality control, we mean the various statistical methods used for the maintenance of the quality in manufactured product. Purpose of SQC: 1) To provide a basis for a better understanding of the variations that exists in quality characteristics. 2) To help directly or indirectly to improve quality. 3) To help in separating the assignable causes from the chance causes. 4) Better uniformity of quality. 5) Better utilization of raw materials. 6) More efficient use of equipment. 7) Less scrap and rework, hence lowering costs. 8) Better inspection. 9) Improved producer-consumer relations. Quality of Product: Quality product means good or excellent product. In industry, a quality product is one that fulfils custom...