Why
Statistical Process Control

is Essential For
Manufacturing
Excellence

In the competitive world of manufacturing, preventing problems before they occur is paramount to success. Statistical Process Control (SPC) is a powerful methodology that helps manufacturers achieve this goal, ensuring quality control throughout the production process.

What is Statistical Process Control (SPC)?

SPC is an industry-standard method for measuring and controlling quality during manufacturing. It involves collecting real-time data on process and product measurements, plotting this data on a graph with pre-determined control limits.

This allows manufacturers to monitor process performance and identify variations that may indicate potential problems. By addressing these variations proactively, manufacturers can prevent defects and other issues before they arise.

Statistical Process Control Tools for Quality Management
Hertzler's Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools, offered through their products GainSeeker (on-premises) and GS Premier (cloud-based), provide comprehensive insights into process variation, empowering manufacturers to boost efficiency and minimize waste. These SPC charting capabilities allow for grouping by traceability fields (operator, machine, material lot), pinpointing variation sources and providing actionable intelligence. The analysis features within GainSeeker and GS Premier give you the tools you need to make the right calls, built on a foundation in SPC.
1. Eliminate Process Variation
SPC helps identify and eliminate unnecessary processes or variations that can lead to inconsistencies and defects.
2. Improve Product Quality
SPC enables manufacturers to maintain consistent quality standards by identifying and addressing trouble spots immediately.
3. Reduce Defects, Waste, and Rework
By detecting and correcting potential errors early on, SPC minimizes defects, reduces waste, and decreases the need for rework, saving time and resources.
4. Maximize Productivity
By detecting and correcting potential errors early on, SPC minimizes defects, reduces waste, and decreases the need for rework, saving time and resources.
5. Reduce Manual Inspections
While manual inspections are still important, SPC streamlines the process by providing data-driven insights that allow for more targeted inspections.
6. Boost Customer Satisfaction
High-quality products lead to satisfied customers, increased loyalty, and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
7. Maximize Productivity
SPC leads to cost savings through reduced defects, rework, waste, and manual inspections.
8. Maximize Productivity
SPC helps manufacturers meet regulatory and customer-specific quality standards.
9. Maximize Productivity
Real-time data from SPC helps prevent unnecessary adjustments to processes that are functioning correctly.
10. Maximize Productivity
SPC software provides valuable data analytics that can be used to improve processes, make informed decisions, and drive continuous improvement.
5 Reasons to Love SPC in Manufacturing
Beyond the tangible benefits, SPC fosters a culture of quality and excellence in manufacturing:
Unwavering Reliability
SPC ensures consistent product quality, building trust with customers and stakeholders.
Deep Insights
SPC provides actionable insights into process dynamics, enabling data-driven decision-making.
Enhanced Communication
SPC facilitates communication across departments, creating a shared understanding of quality metrics.
Commitment to Excellence
SPC promotes a culture of continuous improvement, where processes are constantly scrutinized for optimization.
Adaptability
SPC is a flexible methodology that can adapt to evolving industry needs and integrate with new technologies
Choosing the Right SPC Software
Investing in a robust SPC software solution can significantly enhance your quality control efforts. Look for features like real-time data analysis, user-configurable scripting, data wizards, and detailed analytics. When evaluating options, consider scheduling personalized demos to see how the software can address your specific needs.

By embracing SPC, manufacturers can transform their operations, improve product quality, reduce costs, and foster a culture of excellence.
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Real Results, Real Reviews

Reliable, efficient, easy-to-use program with easy report generation. Has paid for itself many times over.
Operations Manager
Food Manufacturer
I have nothing but good things to say about Gainseeker. It makes data collection extremely easy to get to in a short amount of time.
Engineering Technician
Automotive
Our experience has been very positive. The support from Hertzler has been outstanding.
Quality Manager
Food & Beverage
Simple UI - Economical cost - Bug-free operation - Great customer support
Manufacturing Engineer
Biotechnology
Best SPC Software in the World. Yes, I know the title sounds a bit hyped. But the GainSeeker Suite from Hertzler System is really the best SPC software package that I have seen. I have worked with many packages over the years and GainSeeker Suite is hands down the easiest to use for our operators.
Senior Quality manager
Consumer Packaged Goods.
SPC and DMS at its best. This is a great SPC and DMS system and can be adopted to just about anything. We are using this system at 14 plants and working on 1 overseas now. I took some time to learn the template language since it can be used on many different platforms and languages. Also great for importing other applications as well to do SPC reporting and analytic . I highly recommend this software to anyone.
IT Technician Quality Sys Analysis
Food & Beverage
Taking SPC to the next level. Originally, we brought in Gainseeker to deal with some complex machine and measurement system feedback loops. Since then, we have expanded our usage of the software well past that so that it touches nearly every part of our business and the database serves as our main source of shop floor quality data.
Digital Manufacturing Technical Lead
Defence and Aerospace
Our experience has been a real partnership. We have worked together on multiple implementation projects across multiple facilities and they have a great grasp of what we do and how we work. They truly partner with us when implementing something new to ensure seamless implementation, training, and deployment. The speed at which we have launched new projects has been a huge asset and is in no small part to their philosophy of partnership.
Continuous Improvement Manager
Food Production Company
I have stayed with GainSeeker for 20+ years. The software provides exactly what I need and the Hertzler Support Team finds solutions as those needs evolve or if a problem should develop.
Quality Assurance Manager
Electrical/ Electronics Manufacturer
Charting Wizards Sold me. The software is great! The team at Hertzler is top notch as well. They are very helpful when you have questions or want something to work slightly different. They go out of their way to come up with solutions that will work for you.
Senior Quality Systems Leader
Packaging and Containers Manufacturer
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