Category: Industrial Engineering

PFD Diagram vs. P&ID: Understanding the Difference

PFD Diagram vs. P&ID: Understanding the Difference

In process engineering and industrial design, two diagrams are commonly used to depict processes: PFD stands for Process Flow Diagram and P&ID stands for Piping and Instrumentation Diagram. There is a distinction between both, as the former is necessary to every organization and provides the necessary information with the least detail. In this article, we…
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process capability index

What is the Correct Formula for Calculating the Process Capability Index (Cp)?

The Process Capability Index (Cp) is a quality control parameter used to analyze a process’s ability to provide an output within given boundaries. It is an essential measure for establishing the competency of a manufacturing or business process, thus employed broadly in industries to evaluate the homogeneity and effectiveness of processes. To calculate the Process…
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