It is one of today’s biggest issues: Quality in Chinese manufacturing. Tainted toothpaste, lead in toys and poisoned pet food have brought the issue front and center, and it is creating a downward spiral of panic and over-reaction.

Off Topic: 45-Year-Old Sensor Used in Apollo Missions

March 31, 2008

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As part of its 60th anniversary celebration in 2007, Endevco, a provider of sensing solutions for vibration, shock and pressure applications, created several contests to mark the important milestone. One such competition called on customers to find and submit the “World’s Oldest Functioning Endevco Sensor.”

Case Studies: Portable Measurement Saves Time, Increases Accuracy

March 31, 2008

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One of A-Line Precision Tool 's precision-machined components is a tubular military reeling frame. As with many such parts, typical measurement tools simply could not provide the company with the means to inspect and verify to the customer’s demand.

Case Studies: Laser Scanning Solution for Large-Scale Projects

March 31, 2008

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When Direct Dimensions Inc., provider of 3-D laser scanning solutions, began to get more large-scale project requests, it needed a faster, more accurate scanning solution to meet the demand and provide quick turnaround times for its customers.

Easier Hardness Testing

March 12, 2008

By Michelle Bangert

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Hardness testing is an important part of quality and many factors need to be considered for this type of test, as seemingly small factors-thickness, size, location-can have a big impact.

Rockwell Standard Revealed

March 12, 2008

By BNP Media Staff

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The long awaited ASTM E18-07 Rockwell Hardness Standard has been released. While it is technically similar to the older version, some changes affect both users and service providers.

Quality 101: Nondestructive Testing

March 12, 2008

By Bill O'Neill

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Nondestructive testing (NDT), or nondestructive evaluation (NDE), is a method of materials testing that assesses the characteristics of a component without altering or destroying it.

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