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Reduce Scrap for Kiefel Machine Non-PVC
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)The bag-making process is performed in different locations globally. IV Bags are used worldwide for various treatments. This project aims to reduce the scrap from the Non-PVC machine. This is the only one of ten department ... -
Reducing the amount of "turnback" on the classification center
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)The research Reducing the Amount of “Turnback” on the Classification Center consists in the large amount of turnbacks that occur on the database system on a daily basis these turnbacks are errors that affect the time service ... -
Reduction in Dissolution Test Results Variability of A/B Capsule Product
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)Since the origins of the agency, the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), a scientific, regulatory, and public health agency had been dedicated to consumer protection. The FDA, provides standardized regulations and ... -
Reduction in Dye Test Failures Incidence for Cartridges Manufacturing Process in the Medical Device Industry
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)The medical device industry is known to be regulated by regulatory agencies across the world. Every year, a significant number of Non Conformances (NCs) and Corrective Actions Preventive Actions (CAPA’s) are generated to ... -
Reduction in Waste of Raw Material Generation N and D of the Manufacturing Processes in a Medical Device Industry
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2015)This article discusses how the industry of Medical Devices handles the reduction of waste in manufacturing processes. Companies have money losses, that can be reduce with an optimization of the manufacturing processes. ... -
Reduction of Cosmetic Defects Due to Criteria Misalignment at a Medical Device Manufacturing Line Using DMAIC Methodology
(2013)For the last few years, the economy of Puerto Rico has been negatively affected, increasing the operational cost of the industries in the Island. The Pharma / Medical Device industry is not excluded of this situation. ... -
Reduction of Scrap in Manufacturing Line B-1 Using Six Sigma Manufacturing Methodology
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Abstract - In this research, the focus was in a manufacturing production line of receptacles assembly. The receptacles are the finish good of this production line. In this process the receptacle is build completely starting ... -
Reduction of the Vacation Ownership Cancellations in a Hospitality Industry
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2014)Quality loyalty is what all enterprise aims to have with every customer. Hotel chains compete to have the best deals for less. In order to make things different from others, new implementations have revolutionized the ... -
Reduction of Time in a Manufacturing Process for a Pharmaceutical Company Located in Puerto Rico
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Abstract - The project is developed in a chemical plant of a pharmaceutical company in Puerto Rico. In 2011 the company had an increase in market demand of the active ingredient of one product. To ensure the profit plan, ... -
Reliability of Operators performing the Visual Inspection of Parenteral Drug Products
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2010)The visual inspection of parenteral product filled vials is performed to assure that any damaged or defective unit is detected and removed prior to packaging. This investigation evaluated the visual inspection process ... -
Research in the Requirements for Reducing the Blood Transfer Device Complains for Air Bubbles and Leakage
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2017)An increase on complain trigger a company Quality department raising a flag for further investigation of a product Nonconformance. Using Lean Six Sigma tools and DMAIC methodology a multidisciplinary team work together to ... -
Risk Prevention in Syringe Filling Line in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)Risk prevention in syringe filling line can be achieved through the implementation of “Defense in Depth” concepts. Defense in Depth is based on the integration of 3-layers of operational controls which are Equipment, ... -
Serialization and the Future of Product Traceability
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2016)Since the beginning of pharmaceutical products and drugs, counterfeiting has been a worldwide issue. Packed with minimal punishment, illegal internet sales and unsecured physical packaging, it has grown into an estimate ... -
Services Repair Optimization in a Subcontractor Company Applying Lean- 6 Sigma
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2011)Abstract ⎯ Increasing competition between industries forced their services to expand to other countries out of their territorial limits. Job cost, planning and quality are the keys to success. This project measured, ... -
Sistema de Validación, Comisionar y Cualificar en la era Digital
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)Este proyecto es basado en la investigación creación de documento dentro una nueva de la nueva implementación de un programa para la validación digital en las industrias de BioFarma y Medical Device. Esta nueva plataforma ... -
Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing Applications on Facilities Management to Reduce Overtime
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2014)In essence, Six Sigma is a methodology originally designed for manufacturing to understand and reduce sources of variability. This can also be called margin of error when performing any operation or manufacturing ... -
Small Business Lean Inventory Optimization
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)This research investigates the problem of ineffective inventory management systems in small businesses using a qualitative case study approach. The study focuses on Dixon's Refrigeration, identifying the root causes of ... -
Smart Camera Mimics Humans Decision Making Process in a Vial Crimp Quality Automated Inspection Process
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)Crimp quality is an important attribute in the vial filling process. It protects the sterility of the product from manufacturing until it is dispensed. A pharmaceutical company performed a Failure Mode and Effect ... -
Space Improvement in a Veterinary Pharmaceutical Warehouse
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Abstract – This project design presents and analyze how a space problem was solved, inside a veterinary pharmaceutical warehouse, located in Panama City, Panama Republic. This veterinary pharmaceutical facility needs more ... -
Spinal Cord Stimulator Glassed Feedthrough Improvement Using DMADV Methodology
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)Chronic pain is an illness that affects more than 1.5 billion humans worldwide and can affect daily activities leading up to disability and despair. The goal of treating chronic pain is to reduce pain and improve ...