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DMSC Model-Based Characteristics Standard Approved as American National Standard

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The Digital Metrology Standards Consortium (DMSC) announced that its Model-Based Characteristics v1.0 (MBC 1.0), Persistent Identification and Related Digital Practices standard, designated as DMSC MBC v1.0 – 2026, has been approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as an American National Standard (ANS), marking a significant milestone in the advancement of model-based engineering and digital manufacturing.

Focus on the Right Things

faceofquality@qualitymag.com (Jim L. Smith) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Let your thoughts be occupied by positive possibilities.

Common Challenges and Keys to Success for Fatigue Testing of Additively Manufactured Metals

rgedney@admet.com (Richard J. Gedney) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Additive manufacturing offers geometric freedom that was previously impossible, but it demands a higher standard of validation.

Rising Input Costs Top Manufacturers’ Concerns in Q2 Survey

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Manufacturers are reporting increased raw material costs as the top business challenge facing them, jumping 25.6 percentage points from 57.5% in the first quarter to 83.1% in the second quarter, according to the National Association of Manufacturers’ Q2 Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey.

Everyone is in Quality in Aerospace and Defense

francois@growthhive-strategy.com (Francois Gau) — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Aerospace quality is no longer simply about “form, fit, and function” conformity. It is now about operational resilience.

Dr. Özkan Becomes First Turkish Exec Admitted to International Academy for Quality (IAQ)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Dr. Ömer Özkan, Group Manager of Quality Management at SOCAR Türkiye, has become the first Turkish executive to be admitted to the International Academy for Quality (IAQ), one of the world's most prestigious organizations in the field of quality management.

Hey, How Would You Like to be a Quality Inspector?

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Andrew Davison is an experienced quality executive with more than 20 years working in the medical device industry.

How Digital Twins Are Helping Manufacturers Double Down on Quality

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In the automotive industry, digital twin technologies are a core part of product development and quality management.

eBook | How AI-driven Vision Systems Are Transforming Automotive Quality Control

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Discover the future of quality manufacturing with the power of automation.

Bullen Ultrasonics Named Finalist for 2026 IndustryWeek Best Plants Awards for Advanced Manufacturing Excellence

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Bullen Ultrasonics, a leader in precision machining of advanced ceramics, glass and specialty materials using proprietary ultrasonic and laser-based technologies, announced that its Miller Williams Facility in Eaton, Ohio, has been named one of six finalists for the 2026 IndustryWeek Best Plants Awards.

IACMI Announces Inaugural Rising Star Award Winners

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

IACMI–The Composites Institute®, announced the winners of its inaugural Rising Star Awards, a nationwide initiative aimed at highlighting emerging talent in the manufacturing industry.

How Quality Leaders Can Adapt to Change and Drive Business Success

smith_jim_l@cat.com (Jimmy L. Smith) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Quality professionals should recognize the chaotic climate as an opportunity to demonstrate the impact quality can have.

Preparing for the Transition to ISO 14001:2026

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Organizations should begin discussions with their registrar now to better understand transition expectations, audit timing, and any additional documentation or review requirements that may be introduced during the transition process.

IMTS Announces 2026 Conferences Lineup

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

IMTS 2026 – The International Manufacturing Technology Show will expand its role as the manufacturing industry’s leading education destination with a broader lineup of conferences, including the new IMTS Industrial AI Conference, a full-day event on Sept. 16 focused on reality-based AI knowledge for manufacturers.

When Lean Becomes Fragile: Why Being “Too Lean” Is Quietly Killing Manufacturing Productivity

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

When companies only focus on cutting costs instead of keeping processes stable, their systems become too rigid and can break down from even small problems.

Automation Fuels Strong Start to 2026 Manufacturing Technology Orders

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

New orders of metalworking machinery, measured by the U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, totaled $593.6 million in April 2026.

Four Lean Metrics

TheBoss@ct-yankee.com (William A. Levinson) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Overproduction ties up materials, time, and energy in inventory for which there is no immediate use.

Epicor Appoints Barger Chief Revenue Officer

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Epicor, a global leader in industry-specific enterprise software, announced the appointment of Rachel Barger as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).

Robots, Intelligent Machines, and the New Era of Inspection

rkhanna@3dinfotech.com (Rohit Khanna) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Learn how new technologies are redefining how manufacturers approach quality, productivity, and consistency, and companies that move early will create a meaningful competitive gap.

MI Grows FAME Network with Six New Chapters

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The Manufacturing Institute announced the inaugural recipients of the FAME Catalyst Grant, which will seed the formation of six new chapters of the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) as part of the MI’s new AI Skills Initiative.

More on That One Thing Elon Gets Right

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Emily Elizabeth is managing director US at MTL Precision and she recently wrote an article for Quality.

Operator Variation Is Not a Training Problem. It Is a System Problem.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This article identifies process variation points by examining the defined system. It explores solutions to improve physical test systems and provides application guidance that can help ensure every result can be a reliable benchmark and indicator in your process.

The Invisible Shield: How Nondestructive Testing Raises the Bar for Public Safety

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400

Every morning, millions of people cross bridges, board aircraft, step into elevators, cook with gas, and drive through tunnels without giving a second thought to the forces that hold those structures together.

Quality’s Dirty Secret

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400

Policies and procedures are the backbone of traditional quality management. And they have three fundamental problems.

ESAB Completes Eddyfi Technologies Acquisition

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

ESAB announced its acquisition of Eddyfi Technologies (“Eddyfi”), a global leader in advanced inspection and monitoring technologies.

Beyond the Checklist: Mastering the FDA’s New QMSR Framework

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

February 2, 2026, marked the end of an era for the U.S. medical device industry.

The Wind Beneath Its Wings: Air Gaging in the Aerospace Industry

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

The quality requirements for the aerospace industry are essential to human life, and any component used in the final craft is mission-critical for success.

The Rest Is History: Sainyam Arora’s Journey to 2026 Quality Rookie of the Year

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Michelle Bangert, managing editor of Quality, sat down with Sainyam Arora, our 2026 Quality Rookie of the Year, at the MAX event in Nashville.

Key Takeaways for Quality Leaders from the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for QMS

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Quality leaders are rethinking QMS priorities in 2026. Here are the key takeaways from the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™, and what “Ability to Execute” means for real-world quality performance.

Solving Inspection Bottlenecks in Aerospace Manufacturing

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Ask any aerospace manufacturer about their biggest challenge, and one word comes up again and again: speed. For quality, this is in constant tension between maintaining uncompromising precision and meeting production demands.