The SPC software Compact.Net by CAQ AG is designed to monitor and control manufacturing processes through statistical process control (SPC). It uses predefined warning thresholds and control limits to ensure quality compliance and process stability. The software supports a broad range of inspection methods, including standard-compliant incoming goods inspection plans aligned with ISO 2859 and ISO 3951, flexible skip-lot methods, and process-accompanying inspections. Users can define individual sampling plans, characteristic specifications, and inspection frequencies tailored to their operational needs, including shift-based models. The software automatically detects process anomalies such as outliers, trends, and runs, and sends alerts to designated personnel. Compact.Net integrates graphics, videos, drawings, and relevant documents into inspection plans, providing comprehensive support for inspectors. It is part of a larger quality inspection system that covers all aspects of quality assurance in manufacturing environments31.

Key Features

Monitoring and Control Supports real-time monitoring of manufacturing processes using statistical methods.

• Pre-specified warning thresholds and control limits
• Automatic detection of outliers, trends, and process anomalies

Flexible Inspection Planning Enables creation of detailed, customizable inspection plans.

• Standard-compliant incoming goods inspection plans (ISO 2859, ISO 3951)
• Free design of sampling plans and characteristic specifications
• Integration of multimedia and documents into inspection plans

Scalable Test Methods Offers a wide range of test types from simple to complex statistical controls.

• Qualitative and quantitative characteristics
• Interval inspections and process-accompanying inspections

Customizable Inspection Frequencies Inspection intervals can be adapted to operational needs.

• Standard frequencies and shift-based inspection models
• Realistic test environment (sandbox) for inspection plan validation

Alerts and Notifications Automatically alerts predefined users when thresholds or tolerances are violated.

• Supports proactive quality management
• Enables immediate intervention to maintain process quality

Benefits

Improved Process Control Enables early detection and correction of quality deviations.

• Reduces risk of defective products
• Maintains consistent production quality

Compliance with Standards Facilitates adherence to international quality standards.

• Supports ISO 2859 and ISO 3951 inspection plans
• Helps meet regulatory and customer requirements

Operational Flexibility Adapts to diverse manufacturing environments and workflows.

• Custom sampling and inspection plans
• Shift-based inspection scheduling

Enhanced Inspector Support Provides inspectors with comprehensive information and multimedia aids.

• Integrated graphics, videos, and documents
• Streamlines inspection processes and reduces errors

Comprehensive Quality Assurance Part of an integrated quality inspection software suite covering all QA aspects.

• Combines SPC with incoming, outgoing, and intermediate inspections
• Supports holistic quality management strategies