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1x16 Post Weld Continuity
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)Laser welding is a critical process of medical device used for the manufacturing process of spinal cord stimulation leads that brings different offenders. The highest for 1x16 family is ... -
5s Techniques to Optimize Classroom Organization
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020)This research project was focused in the 5s methodology for the improvement of an elementary classroom. The 5s is defined as a method of five steps that seeks to improve working space, eliminate waste and improve ... -
Analytical Method Technology Transfer From Quality Control Laboratory To Manufacture Area
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)The project was developed with the intent to document the analytical transfer method to reduce in-process concentration testing cycle time. A reduction of up to 50% turnaround time (TAT) downtime was achieved. Waste reduction ... -
Aplicación de Metodología DMAIC-Seis Sigma para Disminuir el Costo de Inventario del Proceso de Re-trabajo en una Compañía de Dispositivos Médicos
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2015)El trabajo se realizó con el fin de solucionar el problema que presentaba el costo de inventario, el cual incrementaba año tras año y no se estaba trabajando a su máxima capacidad por deficiencias en el manejo del ... -
Aplicación del “Right First Time (RFT)” en un Proceso de Documentación para una Industria Farmacéutica
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)La presente investigación se llevó a cabo con el objetivo de evaluar las alternativas para mejorar el proceso de manejo de documentos en la industria farmacéutica. Las regulaciones de la FDA hacen que sea necesario que ... -
Application of Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma Tools to Improve Back to Back Activities in the Compression Process
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)A recent opportunity regarding a product ramp up in the production schedule due to a potential product transfer requires the manufacturing area to look for creative ways to improve in order to comply with expected ... -
Application of Lean Manufacturing Principle to Construction Industry
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2016)Waste in the construction industry has been the subject of several research projects around the world in recent years because of inefficiency. Researchers and professionals implement different methods to reduce the ... -
The Application of Lean Tools Using the Plan-Do-Check-Act Cycle
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2011)Abstract - This kaizen event is going to illustrated how to apply Lean principles and tool using the PLAN-DO-CHECK-ACT methodology. Throughout the project it will be demonstrated how important the Lean principles are for ... -
Application of Quality Improvement Tools to a Perishables Food Distribution Center to Reduce Product Return and Improve Customer Satisfaction
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2015)Product Return and Customer Satisfaction have a high impact on the financial, customer service and quality aspects of the food distribution and storage in the perishables food industry. A Lean Six Sigma approach was ... -
Application of Six Sigma DMAIC methodology in a Merchandise Receiving Process at Burlington Store
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)With the intent of decreasing the cycle time of the merchandise process receiving, the unloading and scanning step and the sorting step were identified as a labor cost opportunity. Through 3 kaizen events done across site, ... -
Are cleaning faults, really, quality or administrative issues?: Cleaning Validation Program optimization for a Pharmaceutical plant
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2008)The cleaning procedure process validation has generated considerable discussion when executing a US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection at Pharmaceutical Plants. In general, the FDA requires the equipment to be ... -
Audit Process Optimization in the Manufacturing Area
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)This project was developed to demonstrate a viable audit process optimization in the manufacturing area. The AbbVie site ubicated in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico,started with only one product back in ... -
Automatización Y Optimización Del Garaje Rivera
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020)Este trabajo consiste en el desarrollo de un mecanismo que pueda ser utilizado con fines de documentación. Se efectuará en un taller de mecánica en el cual se busca automatizar y optimizar diferentes partes del proceso. ... -
Buffer Formulation Vent Filter Re-Use at Parenteral Manufacturing Plant
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020)For sterilization-in-place cycles that used vent filters as a redundant non-contact product, the filter membranes could be re-used several times without impacting their integrity neither compromising the sterilization ... -
Carnauba Dispenser to Improve Coated Tablets Elegance
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)This study describes the implementation of Six Sigma for improvement of the addition process of carnauba wax on coated tablets in a pharmaceutical industry. Due to the frequent complaints received from costumers for covered ... -
Catheter bonding Process Improvements with High-intensity Ultraviolet Curing Systems
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)Ultraviolet (UV) curing is a common process used in medical devices manufacturing for bonding operations. Light-curable adhesives provide rapid cure, great adhesion, and good chemical resistance for sterilization processes. ... -
Change Control Routed with Missing Information Delaying Approval and Implementation Date
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)The approval of manufacturing change control for MedDevice Inc., is currently acting lower than target(15 business days). Based on a 12-months data review, the lead time of approval of a change is approximately ... -
Changeover Reduction Time by Adjusting the Cleaning Critical Parameters in Automated CIP Systems
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)Clean-In-Place (CIP) is a widely use process to clean biotechnology vessels contact surfaces. CIP is an automated cleaning method that involve minimum to no equipment disassembling thereby reducing labor and time ... -
Clean in Place Recipe Optimization
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021)This improvement project was based in reduce the fixed tanks and transfer lines Clean in Place (CIP) recipe execution by consolidating the Water for Injection (WFI) rinse and the WFI CIP recipes into one single recipe. ... -
Clean Steam Energy Conservation Process Design
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2011)Abstract ― The objective of this article is to design the sterilization methodology and processes needed in a product or equipment that requires the injection of clean steam to create a sterile environment. Clean steam is ...