Total process control and its implementation in the manufacturing of cesium beam tubes (atomic frequency standard)

The specific application of several analytical total quality control tools is discussed. One example deals with the restructuring of the method of handling cesium beam tube (CBT) work orders. The result is a reduction of manufacturing cycle time as well as a reduction of the total word-in-progress inventory. A corresponding improvement of the CBT performance is observed. The influence of total process control on existing and potential suppliers of CBT parts is discussed.<<ETX>>