Customers seem to have a greater understanding of metrology these days. This is good news for the industry, and for the Coordinate Metrology Society. We spoke with Justin Novak about the trends he’s seen in his 20 years in the field.
Large Format Additive Manufacturing (LFAM) is revolutionizing industries like aerospace and automotive by enabling the efficient production of complex parts with reduced waste. As its use expands in critical sectors, quality assurance must shift from a mere checkpoint to a comprehensive strategy that ensures reliability and builds trust in printed components.
Many subcontract bureaus prioritize cost and delivery times over the essential need for high-quality output, hindering the adoption of Additive manufacturing (AM) for functional components. A shift in focus is needed, making quality a fundamental requirement for successful AM integration in production.
My editor at Quality asked for a piece on risk management for quality professionals, but I’ll focus instead on demonstrating value and profitability, sharing insights to help you thrive in the field.
This paper examines employee motivation, using the Prima method to identify causes and symptoms of low motivation. It offers practical solutions and emphasizes the importance of implementing actionable plans to improve the workplace.
This article introduces the fundamental concepts of Cost of Quality (COQ) and explores two widely used models: the Prevention-Appraisal-Failure (PAF) model and the Process Cost Model (PCM).
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U.S. manufacturers are increasingly reshoring production in response to tariffs impacting global supply chains, viewing it as a long-term strategy to enhance quality and adapt to complexities.