Whether transporting parts or people, linear motor technology provides many benefits. The technology has been used on both high-speed trains and high-speed measuring machines to provide speed and accuracy without generating unwanted heat or friction.
American manufacturing has been taking flack for more than 20 years. The funny thing is that nothing has changed, and there may even have been some improvement. Still, our problems remain the same.
The most successful companies get excellent results year after year-not just for a string of years under one stellar CEO. At these companies, the leaders expect change and manage it well.
After 10 years, 120 columns and more charts, graphs and tables than I can count, we bid adieu to Brain Teasers. Dr. Sophronia (Frony) Ward is taking some time off from the reader-favorite to write several books.
In measuring the dimensions of an object, your results can vary. Every metrologist knows the truth in this adage, as such outside forces as time of day, temperature and environment can influence accuracy.
With the use of Metris laser scanners, Volvo has been able to complete pre-production geometry verification in about half the time it took with past methods.
With Hertzler Systems’ GainSeeker suite, Crown Audio was able to create a comprehensive data collection system that paid for itself in three months, with a 171% ROI after seven months.
Internal auditors think that registrars will not notice the hastily completed audit checklists or weak audit findings-but they do. When an internal audit program has not been maintained, quality management system certification is at risk.
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