Listar por autor "Pesante Santana, José A."
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Evaluation of the Effects of Gas Plasma test in a Tangential Flow Filter
Calo, David (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)In this article you will see the combination of two technologies that produce an efficient product. One of the productions of the new form is the separation and filtration combined by retaining a plasma gas treatment. ... -
Faster Sample Delivery to the Microbiology Laboratory using Lean Six Sigma
García Piazza, Lumarie (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2010)This article presents the Lean Six Sigma tools used to identify the factors that impact the timely arrival of environmental water samples to a Microbiology Laboratory in a biotechnology industry. The inherent variations ... -
Improvement of Contact Lens Field Complaint Rate Using the DMAIC Approach
Pietri, Emil A. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2009)Contact lenses are susceptible to a defect call “tearing”. This is common but seldom condition detected in the field by the customer. The manufacturing process of a contact lens is a very precise method of combining ... -
Improvement of the Statistical Techniques Quality System Element in a Medical Device Industry
Murillo Pagán, Roberto M. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Abstract - This project is focused on reducing the compliance risk of a Medical Device Manufacturer by improving its Statistical Techniques Quality System Element. Lean Sigma Methodology was used to identify the inputs or ... -
Increase Productivity in a Manufacturing Department of a Medical Devices Manufacturing Company using Six Sigma Methodology
Morales López, Yazmín (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2010)Productivity is a very important metric because is the way to make sure that we optimize our resources and time. Is the way to measure if we are manufacturing as expected (as per time standards) and with the required ... -
Machining Process Characterization for Breakoff Torque on Spinal Implants
Rodríguez Zayas, José Carlos (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Abstract - Breakoff torque value on Spinal Implants is critical to ensure proper fixation of the system to the human vertebrae. Testing of manufacturing samples involves destructive testing which leads to scrap cost. The ... -
Nonoccupational noise exposures and their hazards: a literature review
Pesante Santana, José A. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 1998-06)Noise pollution has been extensively studied during the last 30 years. Although most of the government regulations protect the vast majority of the workforce in the in the United States, they fail to consider the workers' ... -
Smart Camera Mimics Humans Decision Making Process in a Vial Crimp Quality Automated Inspection Process
Delgado, Jorge R. (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 ...