Pick up a material analysis data sheet and you’ll always find tensile testing, and probably flexural testing as well. But depending on the application, don’t hold your breath looking for compressive testing.

The importance of plastics was on full display in Orlando this week.

Carbon fiber reinforced plastics, or CFRPs, are found throughout the aerospace and automotive industries, as well as in high-performance sporting goods, due to their light-weight, high-strength properties.

The association has supported the manufacturing industry for over 85 years.

National Association of Manufacturers President and CEO Jay Timmons and Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) President and CEO Dennis Darby released a joint statement on NAFTA.

July PPC meeting at the CMSC Conference concludes last phase of Roadmap project.

Success of the industry again produces record numbers for VISION 2018.

The Sensorex S8000 Series modular pH/ORP sensor platform delivers accurate pH and ORP measurement in plant water/wastewater treatment, chemical, food production, and other process environments.

Hexagon Metrology announced the release of the RS3 upgrade package delivering a dramatic performance improvement for the ROMER Absolute Arm with integrated laser scanner.

Kreon announced the full integration of its range of 3-D laser scanners together with Metrolog X4 i-robot.

R&R Vision Fixtures new quick slide plate in conjunction with their Quick Load Corner (QLC) enables you to extend the reach of travel on your vision system.

Nikon Metrology introduces its latest CMM laser scanner, the Nikon InSight L100. Nikon’s improved optics combined with innovative camera technology resulted in this new Nikon scanner.

ElektroPhysik’s SmarTest App (available at Google Play Store) combines with ElektroPhysik’s new wireless SmarTest digital SIDSP sensors to create its new coating thickness testing platform.

Verisurf’s New Inspection Planner Suite lets users quickly and easily create and execute inspection plans for arms, trackers, scanners, and manual CMMs, including executing proven inspection plans on CNC CMMs.

ABB has launched its new OmniVance™ Collaborative Machine Tending Cell, providing a complete integrated solution for automated machine tending that is easy to program, install and use.

Mitutoyo America Corporation announced the release of our innovative SM1008S, the first non-contact line-laser sensor in the Mitutoyo Surface Measure product line.

Platinum Tools® announced the launch of its new PT-OTDR-100 mini OTDR tester. The PT-OTDR-100 is scheduled to ship in October.

The CL Series, available now for hands-on demos and orders, and other additions to the company’s extensive robotics portfolio give manufacturers flexibility and advanced capabilities to bring automation to a wide range of new applications and markets.

Paul N. Gardner USA (Gardco) announced two new custom Gardco mobile apps to enhance efficiency and precision, the Gardco Viscosity Calculator App and the Gardco Psychrometric Calculator App.

ROME—Automation firm Comau and aerospace supplier Leonardo S.p.A. are working together to develop self-adaptive robotic technology that can autonomously inspect helicopter blades up to 7 meters long.

As the public trials and tribulations of Boeing continue, we have started to hear discussion of the loss of a culture at Boeing.

Clear Seas Research conducted a study on behalf of Quality in order to look at trends in compensation, work hours, and job constraints; overall job satisfaction; and quality improvements, as well as provide a demographic profile of industry professionals. How does your work compare?

Torque, pressure and temperature sensors are playing a key role in designing new power trains for zero-emission airplanes.

Aircraft component safety and reliability are ensured using automated ultrasonic testing, which detects flaws accurately and efficiently, reducing inspection time.

Robotic inspection path planning can be tedious, but ultrasonic testing path programming must be fully automated and user-friendly.

The development of laser-based non-destructive testing (NDT) technology has benefitted various industries, including these three examples.

Digital twin solutions are emerging throughout smart factories everywhere. Virtual replicas of factory floors provide real-time information about processes, system health, performance and more. But why not apply digital twin methodology in other manufacturing stages, such as quality control?

A Q&A with Reed Switch Developments Corp. president Debra Dahlin, and Engineering and QA Manager, Jeff Rosenbaum, to talk more about its holistic approach to quality.

Gage accuracy depends on product info. Thread form plating changes pitch diameter. Compensate for buildup to make correct pre-plate allowances. 60° UN threads change pitch diameter by 4x plating thickness.

How is the ISO involved with Greenhouse Gasses (GHG)? Over the past 20 years or so, ISO has released a number of standards around GHG.

In today's competitive industrial landscape, adhering to quality management certification and audit standards is vital for consistency and excellence, especially in sectors like aviation and defense. These standards drive improvement and build customer trust. Understanding the audit process is crucial, as preparation varies by audit type, enabling organizations to effectively meet auditors' expectations.

In a world where every minute matters, a car rental turns into a frustrating ordeal of delays and inefficiencies. Will I reach my important meeting on time, or will I be exposed to the 8 deadly wastes?

Reed Switch Developments Corp. (RSD), a woman-owned manufacturer in Racine, WI, specializes in magnetic reed switches and sensors. Recognized as last year’s Quality Plant of the Year, RSD has achieved a 25% increase in sales year-to-date, leveraging in-house technical expertise and automation to manage growth amid rising costs and economic uncertainty.

MLADÁ BOLESLAV, Czech Republic—Škoda Auto has opened new 22 million euro ($24 million) Simulation Center at its assembly plant here. 

Monte Carlo simulation helps companies understand process variability and make informed decisions. It's beneficial for quality control in manufacturing.

Regulatory bodies like the FDA and MHRA are adapting guidelines to accommodate the evolving AI landscape, stressing the importance of innovative compliance approaches alongside traditional software regulations, including audit trails, electronic records, and signatures.

As consumers demand higher-quality goods at steadily increasing volumes, the chief benefits of industrial automation — speed, accuracy, and consistency—become more important to businesses worldwide with each passing day. 

LASER COMPONENTS Germany GmbH has taken a decisive step towards more efficient production processes by acquiring a new robot.

With great sadness, The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) shared the passing of founding member and first president, John William Locke, at the age of 91.

Three Missouri higher education institutions are working together to modernize the state’s manufacturing industry and develop its workforce, with $9.1 million in Missouri’s fiscal year 2025 budget being awarded to support their efforts.

3D measurement tools offer incredibly precise and accurate measurements. However, using them correctly requires specialized knowledge, and integrating them into current processes can be quite complex.

Today, Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) operations are a significant sub-industry within manufacturing, valued at $656 billion and projected to exceed $800 billion by 2032. MRO involves maintaining machinery, equipment, and systems in optimal condition through repairs and overhauls to extend their operational life.

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