A method to identify the techniques that best fit an application are discussed, together with examples of the trade-offs to consider when it comes to selecting a sensor or module component, and how this can be key to unlocking the differentiation needed in your product.
The Manufacturing Institute, the 501(c)3 workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers, announced Amatrol as an official sponsor of the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education USA.
Gary Cox is a continuous improvement consultant, speaker, and author based in Nova Scotia, Canada. He spoke with Quality on getting started in continuous improvement.
Starrett-Bytewise, a manufacturer of laser-based measurement systems and industry leader in profile laser measurement, and a division of The L.S. Starrett Company, has introduced the Profile360™ Blue Real-Time In-Line Laser Measurement System for continuous 2D profile inspection, the fifth generation in its Profile360 Line.
Ascential Technologies, a leading global provider of automated diagnostic, inspection, assembly and test systems and services across a wide range of industries, has hired Chelsie Brecht as director of Marketing AMER for its Test & Measurement Systems (T&M) division.
In the quest for quality excellence, we have seen a significant increase in the adoption of advanced digital technologies by the quality function. Three use cases stand out for their high traction.
Measurement traceability is important in metrology and industry, highlighting its role in enhancing the effectiveness of National Metrology Institutes (NMIs) and improving measurement accuracy and efficiency. Reliable calibration through traceability ensures credible reference standards. Economically, it boosts productivity by reducing waste, supporting fair markets, and benefiting global trade in commodities.
Quality assurance in manufacturing has focused on precision, but cybersecurity now poses a significant threat. Nation-state adversaries target operational technology to corrupt quality data and alter inspection processes, risking product safety and demanding urgent attention.
Shipments of cutting tools, measured by the Cutting Tool Market Report, a collaboration between AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology and the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI), totaled $216.2 million in July 2025.