https://www.qualitymag.com/rss/2674-energy en-us Global supply chains are under sustained strain, characterized by extended lead times, rising costs, and limited flexibility in the event of disruptions. 

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99482 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/99482-additive-manufacturing-the-strategic-bridge-between-defense-and-energy The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) in the auto industry is a significant transformation that requires a shift in process and culture. A Mississippi manufacturing plant is preparing to evolve into a high-performing EV hub, ensuring it meets rising consumer expectations while upholding its core values of quality, community, and innovation.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/98998 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/98998-driving-the-future-transforming-a-manufacturing-plant-into-an-ev-hub The Advanced Photon Source (APS) at Argonne National Laboratory is being upgraded with an $815 million investment to become the brightest synchrotron X-ray facility. This improvement increases X-ray beam brightness by up to 500 times, ensuring a safe and efficient return to world-class research.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/98576 Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/98576-microns-over-miles-pushing-the-boundaries-of-alignment Dfep2@aol.com (Robert Ferrone) A paper released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) addresses the importance of renewable energy in mitigating climate change and the challenges posed by the global energy crisis. It emphasizes the need to improve energy efficiency in response to increased energy consumption worldwide.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/98231 Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/98231-energy-management-empowering-quality-departments-to-lead-the-energy-efficiency-charge The new campus will focus on battery research, manufacturing, and recycling, with the West Midlands Gigafactory as its anchor tenant.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97879 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97879-greenpower-park-to-establish-uk-as-center-of-clean-energy-electrification Rosemount SAM42 monitors entrained sand in real-time, providing data essential to improving well throughput, safety, and uptime.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97866 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97866-emerson-acoustic-particle-monitor info@highqa.com (Sam Golan) A leading aircraft manufacturer faces $27B in losses due to slow supply chain fixes, aggravated by escalating quality standards like AS9102 Rev C. The solution lies in seamless communication of requirements from buyers to suppliers, streamlining operations for all parties involved.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97794 Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97794-how-modern-software-can-transform-the-supply-chain-with-manufacturing-quality-at-the-center thomas.parker@inficon.com (Thomas Parker) For lithium-ion traction batteries, leak detection is imperative for battery performance, longevity and safety, especially the prevention of fires.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97713 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97713-leak-detections-crucial-role-in-li-ion-traction-battery-production Do I need a 3D CT volume with the highest resolution for a detailed analysis, or is a fast overview scan sufficient to define the regions from which I want to make additional high-resolution detail scans?

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97710 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97710-the-most-effective-and-precise-battery-inspection-technology info.metrology.us@metrology.zeiss.com (Emily Starinieri) Model-Based Definition (MBD) offers a modernized approach to implementing GD&T into electric motor production using 3D models instead of traditional 2D drawings.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97599 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97599-gd-and-t-for-electric-vehicles-supports-consistent-quality-control International manufacturer of electric vehicle components plans to invest $94.7 million in a 333,000-square-foot facility in New Century, Kansas.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97482 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97482-cnano-technology-usa-selects-kansas-city-region-for-north-american-headquarters Francois.Vicat@olympus.com (Franꞔois Vicat) Nondestructive testing of large components can be time consuming and requires several people to work quickly to minimize the impact of testing on the large component manufacturing process.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/96948 Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/96948-automated-inspection-of-wind-blades-using-a-collaborative-robot http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/96576 Sun, 13 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/96576-twenty-two-innovators-selected-for-does-lab-embedded-entrepreneurship-program http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95971 Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95971-exact-metrology-performs-3d-scan-at-nuclear-power-plant http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95928 Wed, 12 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95928-department-of-energy-awards-187m-to-strengthen-us-manufacturing-competitiveness http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95904 Mon, 20 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95904-nam-announces-jones-new-vp-for-energy-resources-policy http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95834 Mon, 02 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95834-royal-power-solutions-opens-innovation-center http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95639 Wed, 14 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95639-ndt-the-unsung-hero-set-for-a-starring-role-in-the-future-of-industry stevey@exactmetrology.com (Exact Metrology) http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95402 Mon, 08 Apr 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95402-contaminated-water-source-at-a-nuclear-power-plant-facility-is-problem-solved-using-3d-laser-scanning http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95281 Tue, 12 Feb 2019 18:15:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95281-vitrek-names-damico-eastern-regional-sales-manager Power-Gen focuses on all forms of power generation and brings together key suppliers and service providers with decision makers in the international power generation sector.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95126 Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95126-exact-metrology-exhibits-at-power-gen First, a little history. The alternating current field measurement (ACFM) nondestructive testing technique was developed in the ‘80s to detect and estimate penetration depth of fatigue cracks in underwater welded tubular intersections of offshore oil platforms. 

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95086 Thu, 01 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95086-alternating-current-field-measurement-testing Figure 1. Uniform field under the sensor area Figure 1. Uniform field under the sensor area Figure 10. Remote ACFM deployment example Figure 10. Remote ACFM deployment example Figure 10. Remote ACFM deployment example Figure 10. Remote ACFM deployment example Figure 2. ACFM coordinate system Figure 2. ACFM coordinate system Figure 3. Disturbed electric field around a linear defect and effect on Bx strength Figure 3. Disturbed electric field around a linear defect and effect on Bx strength Figure 4. Rotation of current around ends of defect and effect on Bz Figure 4. Rotation of current around ends of defect and effect on Bz Figure 5. The butterfly plot from a defect produced from the Bx and Bz traces Figure 5. The butterfly plot from a defect produced from the Bx and Bz traces Figure 6. Sensor orientations Figure 6. Sensor orientations Figure 7. Examples of compliant and custom profiles Figure 7. Examples of compliant and custom profiles Figure 7. Examples of compliant and custom profiles Figure 7. Examples of compliant and custom profiles Figure 8. ACFM array Bx and Bz data C-scan display Figure 8. ACFM array Bx and Bz data C-scan display Figure 9. Rope-access inspection with ACFM Figure 9. Rope-access inspection with ACFM Figure 9. Rope-access inspection with ACFM Figure 9. Rope-access inspection with ACFM Women make up nearly one-third of the manufacturing industry workforce today.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95012 Wed, 03 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/95012-fabtech-tracking-the-rising-trend-of-women-in-manufacturing Olympus now distributes Creaform’s Pipecheck Analyze software.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94988 Mon, 24 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94988-creaform-and-olympus-sign-worldwide-distribution-agreement-for-pipeline-integrity-assessment-solutions Success of the industry again produces record numbers for VISION 2018.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94963 Sun, 09 Sep 2018 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94963-german-machine-vision-industry-has-doubled-in-last-10-years Computed radiography, a form of X-ray imaging, has been embraced widely by many major manufacturing companies. Its application is now core for testing within a range of sectors including aerospace, oil and gas, industrial gas turbines, medical implants and prosthetics.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94967 Sat, 08 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94967-the-application-of-digital-radiography-in-the-aerospace-industry Manufacturing Day gives manufacturers the opportunity to address the skills gaps they face, connect with future generations, take charge of the public image of manufacturing and ensure the ongoing prosperity of the industry as a whole

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94962 Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94962-nam-ariel-corporation-partner-to-open-doors-open-minds-on-manufacturing-day In 1968, Zetec won a government contract to inspect steam generator tubing and developed an analog, single-frequency eddy current tester, a state-of-the-art instrument at the time. Over the next 20 years, Zetec’s eddy current testing equipment, training, and methodology became industry standards for nuclear power NDT, then in balance-of-plant and process industry applications.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94961 Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94961-zetec-celebrates-50-years-of-providing-ndt-inspection-technology-solutions Solar has held AS and ISO quality management systems registration certificates since 2001.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94955 Thu, 06 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94955-four-solar-atmospheres-facilities-obtain-as9100d-and-iso-90012015-certifications A question-and-answer period will follow the webinar. A recorded version will be available for later viewing.

]]> http://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94889 Wed, 01 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/94889-zetec-to-host-webinar-on-how-scalable-ndt-solutionscan-improveaccuracy-efficiency-in-oil-gas-inspection-applications