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No matter the industry or application, all machine vision systems require light – whether visible or non-visible – to capture images. High quality output relies on high quality images, which require adequate lighting.

Industry leaders are now seeking ways to simplify processes, cut costs, and get more done with fewer people. Fortunately, the tools and technologies required to accomplish these goals are already here.

One of the more frequent questions we receive is: I am tapping a ¼-20 UNC 2B internal thread with an “H13” tap, what gage do I need to inspect the threaded holes in my parts after tapping?

Today, most surfboards are made with a CNC machine. 3D metrology laser trackers can assist with critical quality control safeguards to ensure the CNC machine is doing its job properly.

We will explore the use of CMMs, advancements in technology, and their growing contribution to support leading developments in automation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

There is an old saying: Garbage in, garbage out. It is a reference to the need for any creative, quality end product to start with quality, reproducible material.

As many manufacturers realize, a forecast is always a gamble. At best, it is an educated guess.

The sampling strategy is an important part of statistical sampling. Manufacturing organizations find the following sampling strategies to be useful.

Like most quality professionals, I did not start out looking at it as a profession.

Taking a closer look at what a machine trainer simulator is, how it works, and the benefits it provides.