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Hidden Clusters in Your Process Data — and Why Cpk Hides Them

Hidden clusters from multi-cavity molds, shift changes, and material lots produce aggregate Cpk that looks capable — while one subpopulation ships defects. ELDF detects what Cpk can’t see.

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Mar 11, 2026·Alex Dyba