Inspectors at California Fine Wire Co. (CFW), a manufacturer of ultra-fine shaped wire, are accustomed to routine inspections to confirm that wire is within tolerance. However, CFW’s amplifiers were giving conflicting readouts. The search began for a solution.
An enterprisewide quality initiative means something different in terms of process reach and cost reduction benefits to each company that commits resources, time and technology to manage their quality initiatives. To get the most out of any quality initiative, companies should focus on a deep and wide approach to embedding quality processes and accountability metrics to every person, department and division within their organization and to every supplier, both local and global.
Accurately and reliably characterizing the physical attributes of the rotating component is critical in guaranteeing consistent production quality. From automotive controls and medical devices to packaging and consumer electronics, torque testing is an essential ingredient of product design and manufacturing quality control.
Numerous dimensional measurements are made at many places in the manufacturing process. No matter the type of part, from circuit boards to engine parts to plastic connector housings, measurements ensure that parts and processes are in control and of appropriate quality.
“You don’t get things in advance. You have to prove yourself first,” says Peter Sanderson, Quality Magazine’s 2008 Professional of the Year. This mantra resounds throughout Sanderson’s career, one that has found him holding many and varied titles in quality.
The age-old considerations for data collection enthusiasts have always stared them straight in the face while they attempt to select the perfect system for their company’s needs: Capability, flexibility, compatibility, expandability, durability, portability and affordability.
I used to teach quality improvement to suppliers of a large corporation. I was repeatedly told that the OEM asked suppliers to produce quality product, yet constantly provided poor quality specifications-mistakes in specifications, old versions, incorrect specifications and poor communication.
Released in late 2007, Verisurf Caliper is a software product from Verisurf Software Inc. that allows customers to automate the process of inspection and reporting.
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