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Discover how accurate measurement of inputs and outputs is essential for quality assurance in manufacturing.

]]> https://www.qualitymag.com/rss/2664-measurement en-us The Wind Beneath Its Wings: Air Gaging in the Aerospace Industry 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.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99639 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99639-the-wind-beneath-its-wings-air-gaging-in-the-aerospace-industry Supercharging Digital Gauging at Bobcat North America Doosan Bobcat is synonymous with skid-steer loaders and produces more than all other brands combined—a powerful testament to quality products and customer satisfaction.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99592 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99592-supercharging-digital-gauging-at-bobcat-north-america Ensuring Product Quality in a Competitive Manufacturing Landscape In manufacturing, maintaining product quality is essential. Quality departments should be involved throughout the entire process, from engineering to shipping, to ensure high standards. Consistent quality can be challenging without adequate protocols.


]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99035 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99035-ensuring-product-quality-in-a-competitive-manufacturing-landscape Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) Required to Achieve Six Sigma Standards nfo@6-sig.com (Justin St. James) Reliable measurements are the linchpin to any Six Sigma process. 

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99611 Thu, 28 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99611-gage-repeatability-and-reproducibility-gr-and-r-required-to-achieve-six-sigma-standards Making Statements of Conformity in a Calibration Report Dilip Shah is the president of E=mc3 Solutions and he sat down with Michelle Bangert at the MAX Show in Nashville to talk about his presentation there and more.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99603 Tue, 26 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99603-making-statements-of-conformity-in-a-calibration-report Your Equipment Passed Calibration. So Why Are Results Still Questioned? When physical test equipment passes calibration, most customers assume that their results are bulletproof. In practice, however, many quality teams are discovering that “in-spec” instruments are no longer enough to defend their data when auditors or customers start asking questions.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99589 Mon, 18 May 2026 16:30:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99589-your-equipment-passed-calibration-so-why-are-results-still-questioned VIDEO PODCAST | Keeping Calibration in Mind Heather Wade is our 2026 Quality Professional of the Year, as well as the president of the Heather Wade Group.
 

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99587 Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99587-video-podcast-keeping-calibration-in-mind Understanding Gage Multiplexers: A Comprehensive Guide Gage multiplexers consolidate measurements from multiple instruments into a single output (USB serial, keyboard wedge, or RS-232), simplifying data capture in quality labs and production. 

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99580 Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99580-understanding-gage-multiplexers-a-comprehensive-guide This is a MicroRidge GW-LC Level Converter Cable This device is a MicroRidge GageWay Pro8 interface box. This device is a MicroRidge Systems GageWay Pro8 interface. This is a MicroRidge Systems GageMux RS232 gage interface for connecting multiple measurement tools to a computer. How 3DLaser Probing and Scanning Solutions are Helping Supercharge Michigan’s Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Market Rich.Nobliski@faro.com (Rich Nobliski) For a seemingly unassuming U.S. state, known as much for its friendly, can-do residents and a passion for cherries (looking at you, Traverse City), Michigan has often punched above its weight. Both in terms of cultural and technological significance.  

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99569 Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99569-how-3dlaser-probing-and-scanning-solutions-are-helping-supercharge-michigans-electric-vehicle-manufacturing-market a person using a handheld Creaform 3D scanner to inspect a car door panel a FARO Quantum X FaroArm This image shows an autonomous shuttle bus developed for wheelchair accessibility at Western Michigan University. VIDEO PODCAST | How to Increase Speed Without Compromising Quality in Aerospace Manufacturing Trevor Campbell, Sales Development Manager of Microscopy at Zeiss Industrial Quality Solutions, discusses artificial intelligence, microscopy, and a new manufacturing report deployed by Zeiss from the MAX Show in Nashville.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99566 Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99566-video-podcast-how-to-increase-speed-without-compromising-quality-in-aerospace-manufacturing VIDEO PODCAST | Metrology Solutions that Support Metrology Thomas Balch of Hexagon talks with Michelle Bangert, managing editor of Quality, from the MAX Show in Nashville, TN.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99553 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99553-video-podcast-metrology-solutions-that-support-metrology The Challenges of Aerospace Manufacturing In aerospace manufacturing, precision is not optional.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99547 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99547-the-challenges-of-aerospace-manufacturing a person using a handheld device to interact with a large piece of industrial machinery or specialized equipment in a workshop setting. a person using a CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) for the dimensional inspection of a part. a person closely observing a metallic industrial component, possibly during a quality control or manufacturing process. a Renishaw PH20 5-axis touch-trigger probe head used on a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM). a Mitutoyo Bridge Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM). Precision Gaging for New Energy Vehicle Motors The rapid expansion of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), including battery-electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid platforms, has fundamentally reshaped the metrology requirements for rotating powertrain components.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99545 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99545-precision-gaging-for-new-energy-vehicle-motors Understanding Dimensional Metrology: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job Every manufactured product, from a smartphone component to a commercial aircraft, relies on precise dimensional accuracy. Even small deviations from the intended design can lead to assembly problems, performance issues, or product failure.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99500 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99500-understanding-dimensional-metrology-choosing-the-right-tool-for-the-job This item is a portable measuring arm, specifically a Hexagon Absolute Arm. This item appears to be a mechanical stage cementing collar or a similar industrial component used in oilfield applications, such as a DADCO gas spring repair kit component. The item shown is a Leica Absolute Tracker AT500, an ultra-portable laser tracking system used for large-scale 3D inspection. The Strategic Importance of Data Collection in Modern Metrology Marketing.pvd@mahr.com (Farzad Azimi) Manufacturing has entered a new phase in which measurement alone is no longer sufficient. 

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99497 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99497-the-strategic-importance-of-data-collection-in-modern-metrology The image shows a tablet running Mahr MarCom Professional software This image displays a collection of Mahr handheld and stationary precision measuring instruments used for industrial metrology. This item is a Mahr MarCal 30 EWRi Digital Depth Gage (Art. no. 4126751). The image displays the Mahr MarCom Professional software interface How Do We Get to the Positive? selandd@bnpmedia.com (Darryl Seland) You see it a lot with e-commerce. Online shopping is said to offer an advantage. An array of “reviews” posted by other shoppers of the product you are considering. Amazon and others have converted these comments on the worthiness of a product into tools that help browsers decide if they want to become purchasers.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99493 Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99493-how-do-we-get-to-the-positive VIDEO PODCAST | Knowledge Transfer Keith Bevan is the education chair of the Coordinate Metrology Society.


]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99492 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99492-video-podcast-knowledge-transfer Force and Torque Sensor Integration Has Come a Long Way mf@mark-10.com (Mark Fridman) Quality managers and engineers, like many other professionals, are often judged by what goes wrong. A product failure, a recall, or a customer complaint draws negative press, while processes that run smoothly can be taken for granted.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99447 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99447-force-and-torque-sensor-integration-has-come-a-long-way Force and torque sensors Force and torque sensors of many types and capacities are used for inline measurements on production lines, as well as quality and research applications. A load cell is connected to a PC via a single integrated interface A load cell is connected to a PC via a single integrated interface, providing a direct digital signal without external amplification, conditioning, and conversion hardware.  An illustration of a load being transmitted to a PC An illustration of a load being transmitted to a PC with the use of an integrated digital interface.   Connecting the leads from a force or torque sensor to an integrated digital interface. Connecting the leads from a force or torque sensor to an integrated digital interface. A benchtop force measurement system A benchtop force measurement system consists of a universal compression/tension testing machine, force sensor, and fixtures to grip the specimen. Air Gaging Finds New Life in Digital Production Instead of waiting until the end of production to confirm size, quality teams increasingly collect dimensional data during machining and finishing operations.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99441 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99441-air-gaging-finds-new-life-in-digital-production This item appears to be a tribometer, a precision instrument used for measuring friction, wear, and lubrication properties of materials. The image displays a Bowers Air Gauging System The item shown is a dental turbine handpiece, commonly used for high-speed drilling and polishing in dental procedures. The item shown is a precision workholding clamping device, such as a chuck or collet system, used to secure workpieces in machinery like CNC milling machines. Practical Color Management With Recycled Plastics Color is central to how and why we purchase products, and not just for cosmetic reasons. 

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99431 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99431-practical-color-management-with-recycled-plastics Next-Generation Shopfloor CMM Technology: Engineering Solutions for Production Environments Coordinate measuring machines have traditionally been confined to controlled laboratory environments, where stable temperatures, minimal vibration, and clean conditions ensure optimal accuracy. 

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99429 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99429-next-generation-shopfloor-cmm-technology-engineering-solutions-for-production-environments The image shows a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) designed for shop-floor use, identified by the brand name "READY" on the machine housing. The image shows a Ready Shop-Floor Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) used for in-production quality control. The image displays a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), a specialized tool used for precise inspection and dimensional verification of manufactured parts. Implementing a Quality-First Process Control Strategy Consistent product quality requires a proactive and structured approach that extends beyond final inspection. Inconsistencies often arise early in the production process, well before the last quality control check.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99427 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99427-implementing-a-quality-first-process-control-strategy Measurement Trends Yesterday and Today Marposs owes not only its name to its founder Mario Possati, but also its spirit.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99400 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99400-measurement-trends-yesterday-and-today Precision in Every Micron: Optical Surface Metrology in Medical Device Manufacturing In medical device manufacturing, the difference between life-saving success and catastrophic failure is often measured in nanometers. 

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99375 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99375-precision-in-every-micron-optical-surface-metrology-in-medical-device-manufacturing The image shows a Mahr MarSurf3D MS coordinate measuring machine (CMM). The image displays a 3D surface map of a dental implant's surface roughness, likely generated using a measurement technique like interferometry or confocal microscopy. This image displays a 3D topography map of a surface, likely used for analyzing its roughness. The image displays a surface topography map, likely generated using optical metrology or similar technology. The image illustrates a surface texture analysis, specifically measuring the roughness parameter "Ra" on a metallic orthopedic implant. The image displays a 3D visualization of surface texture, likely captured using an optical profiler or laser confocal microscope Cohen’s Kappa: Measuring Agreement Beyond Chance the.mfg.acad@gmail.com (Ray Harkins) Attribute inspection is one of the most widespread, yet difficult-to-control, measurement methods in manufacturing.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99352 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99352-cohens-kappa-measuring-agreement-beyond-chance Closing the Gap Between Lab and Line http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99333 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99333-closing-the-gap-between-lab-and-line Fixtures: Traditional vs. Modular Tooling Features and Benefits When asking a few of my favorite friends and colleagues about whether a CMM holding or checking fixture should be made by traditional welded base plates with common clamping methods versus a modular fixturing system, I tried very hard not to be “partisan” about the fixturing needs for manufacturing everything from rocket engines to automobiles.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99308 Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99308-fixtures-traditional-vs-modular-tooling-features-and-benefits Metrology Trends: Turning Precision into Performance Precision has long been the backbone of manufacturing. But today, precision alone no longer guarantees performance. As automation, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation redefine production systems, the science of measurement—metrology—is evolving at an unprecedented pace.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99307 Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99307-metrology-trends-turning-precision-into-performance Best Practices in the Care, Use, and Maintenance of Thread and Cylindrical Gages sharlar@hemcogages.com (Sharla Rouwhorst) Thread and cylindrical gages are essential tools in precision manufacturing, playing a critical role in ensuring parts meet strict dimensional requirements. 

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99288 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99288-best-practices-in-the-care-use-and-maintenance-of-thread-and-cylindrical-gages Multisensor Metrology Systems: The Latest Advancements The technology available to today’s modern manufacturers – allowing them to create complex parts quickly – is better than ever. Advancements in core production and fabrication equipment are seemingly endless.


]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99265 Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99265-multisensor-metrology-systems-the-latest-advancements