Measurement Systems Analysis

(Advanced Calibration including Gauge R&R)

The calibration process, which is usually well operated in most organizations, does not provide all of the information required as to the health of the measurement process.  The calibration activity, crucially, does not provide information on the variability in the measurement system. It is essential to know whether the variability of the measuring process is acceptable when compared to the underlying process variability.  This information is provided through a Gauge R&R study.  On this training course participants will learn how to use both the ANOVA and the Average and Range method. The training course also covers Attribute Agreement Analysis, used to assess whether appraisers are consistent when inspecting for defects (attributes), with themselves, with one another, and with known standards.

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Course Code
CPI006

What's covered?

  • Explanation of Measurement System terminology; bias, repeatability, reproducibility, stability, linearity, resolution, discrimination
  • Carrying out a R&R (Repeatability and Reproducibility) study. Detailed step-by- step explanation of how to set up and undertake the study. Classroom exercise calculating and analysing the results of a R&R study using both the ANOVA and the Average and Range method. Plotting the results on the average and range chart to distinguish differences between the operators using the measuring instrument. Comparing the R&R to the process variation and to the specification limits. Explanation of the general rules of acceptability for R&R in a measuring system
  • How to improve the performance of the measurement system when the R&R is excessive.
  • Destructive Gauge R&R – calculation of the gauge R&R when the parts are destroyed during testing – differences between destructive and standard gauge R&R outcomes – the limitations of a destructive gauge R&R
  • Attribute Agreement Analysis – used to assess whether appraisers are consistent when inspecting for defects (attributes), with themselves, with one another, and with known standards
  • Demonstration of Minitab computer software used for analysing R&R studies and Attribute Agreement Analysis

Who should participate?

  • Staff from organisations registered to the ISO 9001 and ISO/TS 16949 standards
  • Process engineers and technicians
  • Quality engineers and technicians
  • Quality control and quality assurance staff
  • Staff involved in specifying and selecting measuring instruments and measurement systems.
  • Staff involved in calibration
  • Production management

What will I learn?

Participants achieve the following learning outcomes from the programme;

  • Design, plan, and undertake gauge R&R studies using Minitab software using ANOVA and the Average and Range method
  • Compare statistics from the gauge R&R study against internationally accepted guidelines, and draw conclusions about the acceptability or unacceptability of the instrument under study
  • Demonstrate understanding of Measurement Systems terminology including bias, linearity, stability, repeatability, reproducibility
  • Design, plan, and undertake Attribute Agreement Analysis

Who are the tutors?

Albert Plant

With a background of thirty year’s practical experience, Albert Plant is Ireland’s leading trainer and consultant in the application of statistics.  Combining degrees in Engineering and Statistics, he brings a unique blend of a deep understanding of manufacturing technology with expertise in all aspects of statistical data analysis to his training courses.  Attendees on Albert’s training courses include people, many with PhD’s, undertaking the most advanced research and development in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, nanotechnology, and other leading-edge specialities, who require statistical skills to understand the outcome of their research work.

Many customers require that the training courses be customised, and Albert has developed a high level of expertise in meeting this requirement.  His In-House courses typically incorporate company data, and both the length and content of the courses are agreed in advance with the customer, to meet very specific needs.

Minitab is the leading brand of general-purpose statistical software. Albert has used Minitab in his training and consultancy work for more than 25 years.  He proposed to the Minitab company that they introduce a module in Acceptance Sampling, and he contributed to the early development of the module, which was launched with new versions of the software in 2006.  Albert also has expertise in other statistical software, such as Design Expert, which he uses in Design of Experiments.


Grainne Heneghan

Grainne is a highly experienced Continuous Improvement and Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with over 20 years’ experience in the global IT industry.

Grainne has many years of experience of developing and delivering training and working with Quality and Lean Six Sigma methodologies, tools and techniques, with focus on improving processes, reducing waste and decreasing costs for teams and organisations. She is resourceful and adaptable and uses strong communication and interpersonal skills along with metrics, data and logic to ensure that teams achieve their goals and successfully implement change within their organisations.

Grainne has trained and coached many Yellow, Green and Black Belt students to successful certification. Along with many years training in a traditional classroom style, she spent 4 years training using an online Virtual Classroom while working at Hewlett Packard. This included virtual training in Minitab and Statistical Concepts alongside softer skills such as Brainstorming for Root Cause Analysis and How to Complete FMEAs. She likes to blend her efficient organising skills and strong attention to detail with a softer empathetic and practical approach to projects. She is open-minded with a holistic and positive approach when working with teams.

Grainne enjoys working with teams and training students to use and to get the most from tools such as Minitab, and other statistical methods and techniques.


How do we train and support you?

In-House Courses
For In-House courses, the Tutor will contact the Course Organiser in advance to discuss the programme in more detail in order to tailor it specifically to the organisation.

Course Manual
Delegates will receive a very comprehensive course manual, which explains the terminology and methodology of measurement system analysis.  The manual includes details of how to conduct a R&R (Repeatability and Reproducibility) study, with a worked example, and these detailed instructions could serve as the basis of a procedure for In-House use.

What software do we use?

Minitab software will be demonstrated as part of the training so if delegates are in a position to bring along a laptop with Minitab 19 or 20 pre-loaded (free 30 day trial of Minitab 19 available on www.minitab.com) they can utilise this during the training.  If delegates don’t have a laptop, they will still benefit greatly from the programme.

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