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  • April 18, 2019 | Jim Connett

    Dispatching: Line Balancing Using Inventory Ratios

    A different way of approaching production line balancing by using inventory and critical ratios in your dispatching system.

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  • March 21, 2019 | Jim Anderson

    Dispatching With Defined Waypoints

    A discussion of a unique method of line management used to ensure that certain lots will arrive at defined “waypoints” on time.

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  • March 06, 2019 | Vern Puchalski

    Process Capabilities: Static Cases

    When you know what is possible with a Process Capability system in your manufacturing environment, you'll want to know how to get started with implementation. This article walks you through the select...

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  • February 05, 2019 | Jim Connett

    E10 Unmasked – Part 4, Q & A

    SEMI E10 equipment state data questions are answered in the finale of the 4-part series "E10 Unmasked".

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  • January 22, 2019 | Vern Puchalski

    Understanding Dispatching Timers

    Clarify operator understanding of (and correctly implement) dispatching timers with a little help from Vern Puchalski.

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  • November 14, 2018 | Vern Puchalski

    Dispatching – What is it?

    4 key characteristics of an effective dispatching system to achieve overall equipment efficiency. Automation and dispatching solutions for microelectronics manufacturers.

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  • October 19, 2018 | Vern Puchalski

    Named Process Capabilities – What are they?

    Process capability systems model complex manufacturing equipment states, improve tool control functionality, and increase equipment utilization.

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