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A comprehensive evaluation of product quality in the Pacific Whiting (Merluccius productus) and Albacore tuna (thunnus alalunga) industries

Creator:: Greene, Elizabeth
Abstract:: In the highly competitive animal protein market, seafood faces increasing pressure to improve and standardize product quality. While there is general consensus that quality can be improved for many seafood products, there is little agreement on the types and levels of characteristics that should define "quality." This is a fundamental...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Evaluation of Product Quality in the Pacific Whiting (Merluccius productus) and Albacore Tuna (Thunnus

The development and application of asystemic human error identification and remediation methodology

Creator:: Lee, Wei-Tau
Abstract:: This thesis describes a Systemic Vulnerability Identification and Remediation (SVIR) methodology that identifies human fallibilities and errors in complex technical processes, and recommends remediations for the errors, based on human factors principles and guidelines. The objectives of the research described in the thesis are the development of the methodology and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: increase the quality of the products, while producing the products in a more efficient and cost effective

Non-destructive evaluation of veneer using optical scanning and ultrasonic stress wave analysis systems

Creator:: DeVallance, David B.
Abstract:: Non-destructive commercial ultrasonic grading provides laminated veneer lumber (LVL) manufacturers a means for sorting veneer based on average ultrasonic propagation time (UPT) and/or average dynamic modulus of elasticity (MOEd). While this may provide reliable estimations of modulus of elasticity (MOE), little is known about the influence of veneer defects on...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Statistical process control. Pt. 5: Cause-and-effect diagrams

Creator:: Leavengood, Scott A., Reeb, J. E. (James Edmund), 1951-, and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: In Part 5, we now turn our attention to cause-and-effect diagrams (CE diagrams). CE diagrams are designed to help quality improvement teams identify the root causes of problems.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: : Goal/QPC). http://www. goalqpc.com Ishikawa, K. 1982. Guide to Quality Control (Tokyo, Japan: Asian

The effects of CI tools and implementation practices on hospital performance

Creator:: Holliday, John W.
Abstract:: Continuous Improvement (CI) is an integral part of hospital administration. This study examined the relationship between five CI variables against six hospital criterion measures of, wait times to prepare a room, patient costs per day, waiting time for lab results, reportable errors, patient satisfaction, and employee satisfaction. The research was...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: employing techniques to optimize cost while improving quality through process innovation and productivity

Comparison of two commercial detector arrays for RapidArc quality assurance

Creator:: Asay, Matthew Jamin
Abstract:: Radiation therapy is used in approximately half of all cancer treatments. The rapid advances in radiation therapy have led to techniques that are much more complex and therefore must be more carefully assessed for safety and efficacy. Accurate quality assurance methods must be implemented to provide patient safety and confidence...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : Comparison of Two Commercial Detector Arrays for RapidArc Quality Assurance. Abstract approved

On-line lumber quality control technique using image processing

Creator:: Aslam, Fatima
Abstract:: Product quality control is the back bone for an efficient process control system. By monitoring the size of the board cut in a sawmill, performance of the production system can be controlled. Feedback from the quality control system is used to evaluate the status of the production system and also...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

An application of statistical process control measures for maintaining optimal quality from dry kiln operations

Creator:: Maki, Robert G.
Abstract:: Statistical Process Control techniques have been successfully implemented in the mechanical fabrication and chemical manufacturing industries. The techniques consist of the application of statistical theory in conjunction with quality control procedures. To date the Forest Products industry has yet to apply these techniques toward lumber drying. This thesis focuses on...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Influence of veneer roughness, lathe check, and annual ring characteristics on glue-bond performance of Douglas-fir plywood

Creator:: DeVallance, David B.
Abstract:: Current lathe technology, smaller diameter logs, smaller core diameters, and the sale of higher grade veneer for use in engineered wood products are all factors contributing to plywood manufacturers using rougher veneer with different lathe check characteristics. When rough veneer is encountered, plywood manufacturers typically increase the adhesive spread rate...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: understanding their formation, effect on glue-bond quality, and best methods to control their formation during

Evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of continuous improvement training

Creator:: Wiseman, Lindsay M.
Abstract:: Training is a key business process used to increase the skills and knowledge of employees in an effort to improve overall performance. Evaluation of the effectiveness and efficiency of training processes is necessary to ensure time, money, and resources are used to provide the most benefit possible. This investigation is...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: • Continuous Improvement • Lean • Lean Implementation • Lean Manufacturing • Quality Control • Six Sigma

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A comprehensive evaluation of product quality in the Pacific Whiting (Merluccius productus) and Albacore tuna (thunnus alalunga) industries

The development and application of asystemic human error identification and remediation methodology

Non-destructive evaluation of veneer using optical scanning and ultrasonic stress wave analysis systems

Statistical process control. Pt. 5: Cause-and-effect diagrams

The effects of CI tools and implementation practices on hospital performance

Comparison of two commercial detector arrays for RapidArc quality assurance

On-line lumber quality control technique using image processing

An application of statistical process control measures for maintaining optimal quality from dry kiln operations

Influence of veneer roughness, lathe check, and annual ring characteristics on glue-bond performance of Douglas-fir plywood

Evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of continuous improvement training

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