Whether coordinating the logistics of challenging SAE Baja Racing events in Rochester or helping organize overnight programs with current and prospective engineering students, Marca Lam has taken a non-traditional approach to educating engineers.
Manufacturers and training providers are overhauling how they prepare nondestructive testing inspectors. New imaging technology, AI, simulation software and changing standards are reshaping training programs, while leaders are expanding their outreach and even changing their organizations’ internal cultures to attract and retain a new generation of inspectors.
Manufacturers and training providers are revamping nondestructive testing training with new technologies and standards, while leaders adapt outreach and culture to attract a new generation of inspectors.
On October 2, the Manufacturing Institute—the workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers—kicked off Manufacturing Month in North Carolina with the MFG Day 2025 flagship event at Novonesis’ North American headquarters in Franklinton.
QA/QC is essential in the automotive industry due to rapid product cycles and complex systems. Automakers must meet strict standards while enhancing quality, cost, and lead time, leading many to adopt advanced, data-driven approaches over traditional inspection methods.
Michael Mills, who writes for isoTracker QMS software, has been involved in quality systems in large and small companies for close to 30 years. He's a member of ASQ and ISO TC 76 and has audited to ISO 9001 since 1996. He's also written several articles for Quality. His latest is "The Seven Quality Management Principles."
Advanced Test Equipment Corporation (ATEC) rents electronic test and measurement equipment for R&D, compliance, production, and field service. It offers a large inventory of calibrated equipment from leading manufacturers in various testing fields.
GAGEtrak is the leading calibration management software, known for its versatility and auditor recommendations. With the MQTT Publisher, Broker, and Web API Server, it seamlessly integrates with other quality applications, ensuring critical calibration data is always accessible. Contact us today!
An intuitive point cloud inspection package, FOCUS 2025 R1, has been integrated into the software suite offered by portable measuring arm supplier and coordinate measuring machine and laser scanner manufacturer LK Metrology, Castle Donington, UK.