384 Process Techniques for Engineering High-Performance Materials
The vendor’s standard operating procedures (SOPs) and standard oper-
ating conditions (SOCs) must be veried for every item in the grade slate.
Unusual grains do not process into our in the same way as the wheat that
the vendor is familiar with. Even if the our processes well, it may have
variations in its particle size, microtexture, or heat history, which will affect
the downstream operation. These subtle differences may not be evident until
the nished product is baked and tasted.
Technical oversight of outsourcing:
• At least one person dealing with the vendor must be knowledgeable
about the process, the products, and the specication requirements.
All the aspects that impa ...