• Construction Services Company – Purchases Process and Warehouse System Improvements 

      Rivera Santiago, Luis E. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      In the manufacturing industry, engineers focus on positively impacting all areas related to product output. When the output is tangible, several methodologies and assessments can be implemented to improve the production ...
    • Design and Implementation Process to Optimize Raw Material Inspection Methods 

      Hernández Fernández, Fiama Y. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      VitalTech Innovation, LLC is a medical device company targeted to patients diagnosticated with scoliosis or other medical conditions that affects the spinal/cervical system by significantly improving the management and ...
    • Enhancing Aerospace Systems Performance with Agile Framework 

      Maysonet Alicea, Luis Angel (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      This paper presents a case study on implementing Agile methodology in aerospace engineering, with a focus on an engine design project. The aim was to transition to a new SysML program called Cameo, to enhance team ...
    • Idle Time & Scrap Reduction on a Laser Production Cell 

      Ortiz Rodríguez, Joshua M. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      This project focuses on the application of the Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control (DMAIC) methodology to improve the efficiency of a laser production cell within a medical device company. The company currently faces ...
    • Improvement and Design of a Kitchen Using DMADV Methodology 

      Carradero Torres, Néstor (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      This design project will focus on remodeling a kitchen for an elderly person. The kitchen that is going to be remodeled has a peninsula or G-shaped layout design. The new design that will be introduced aims to save time ...
    • Improvement of Predictive Model to Reduce Impurity Presence Based on Raw Material Combination Pre-Selection 

      Nieves, William Loubriel (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      Biotechnology manufacture is composed of two main sections, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) and Drug Product (DP). The DS manufacturing most common steps are cell culture or fermentation (DSI), recovery and purification. ...
    • IV Bag Fill Volume Project 

      Bello Santiago, Félix E. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      Accurate filling of intravenous (IV) bags is a critical aspect of healthcare, ensuring patients receive the precise medication dosage while minimizing wastage and reducing costs. The existing IV bag filling process often ...
    • Manufacturing of a Continuous Line of Salbutamol Tablets Through the Methodology of DMADV 

      Santiago Rodríguez, Michael (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      This project aimed to enhance the production process of salbutamol by designing and implementing a continuous production line using the DMADV methodology. The study objectives were to establish proper visualization of the ...
    • Optimization of Bioburden Samples Processing in the Microbiology Laboratory Using Six Sigma 

      Rosa Matos, Raquel (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023)
      This article presents the use of the Lean Six Sigma tool to identify factors affecting the processing of samples that require Bioburden testing in the Microbiology Laboratory. The objective of this article was to implement ...
    • Reduce Scrap for Kiefel Machine Non-PVC 

      Rivera Rivera, Natalia (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 ...
    • Small Business Lean Inventory Optimization 

      Vargas Rodríguez, Dixon Obed (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 ...