White Papers

Enabling Automation Through Zero-Defect Machining

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Automation doesn't fix unstable processes—it scales them. This white paper explains how closed-loop process control, real-time SPC, and root-cause discipline create a zero-defect process state that enables reliable, lights-out manufacturing.

Drive a 70% Reduction in Waste with Real-Time SPC

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Giorgio Foods cut waste by over 70% in 6 weeks! Learn how real-time data from GainSeeker replaced manual tracking, transforming their culture and bottom line.

White Paper | Different Implants, Same Manufacturing Processes

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Explore the quality gates for the metal manufacturing process and the plastic manufacturing process in this whitepaper.

White Paper: University Uses Advanced Micro-CT Scanning for Inspection of Historical Artifacts

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

A Nikon Metrology XT H 225 ST computed tomography imaging system at the University of Arkansas is enabling non-destructive, 2D and 3D study of the inside as well as the outside of a wide variety of objects. Download the white paper to read more.

White Paper | Geometric Dimensioning of a Femoral Implant

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Orthopedic implants must function flawlessly even under the most demanding physiological conditions in the human body. Download the white paper here.

White Paper: 2021 Quality Management Trends Report

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

To help quality professionals understand how their processes and approaches compare to those of other companies and the future outlook, ENGINE interviewed quality and environmental health and safety (EHS) professionals to develop the present "2021 Quality Management Trends Report," commissioned by Veeva.

White Paper: Improving Production Quality with Cobots.

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

This white paper explores how the automation of operations such as quality inspection and metrology – previously reserved for larger companies with hefty budgets – has changed dramatically with the advent of collaborative robots.

White Paper: Enterprise Quality Inspection and Reporting

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Quality is a non-negotiable point in manufacturing, especially when it comes to aerospace and defense parts.

White Paper: Machine Vision, AI & the Cloud are Creating the Scalable, Autonomous Inspection System of the Future

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:29:27 -0400

It is impossible to overestimate the critical nature of keen and constant visual inspection in any production process. That’s why an advanced vision system is vital for any of today’s advanced production lines – as well as for “yesterday’s” older and more issue-prone lines.

White Paper: How High-Efficiency Climate Control Solutions Save Energy and Money

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:10:54 -0400

High temperatures in industrial settings are a leading cause of downtime. Controlling units and microprocessors age quickly under heat pressure, which means that generated heat must be removed efficiently or heat damage will occur.

White Paper: Learn about the Transformative Advantages of Wireless Measurement Data Collection for Industry 4.0

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 15:18:34 -0400

Starrett is offering a comprehensive white paper that discusses why traditional approaches to measurement data collection are inefficient and error-prone without the ability to support IoT/ Industry 4.0.

White Paper: Interested in Surface Roughness Measurement? Download the Olympus Roughness Measurement Guidebook

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 15:30:00 -0500

Our Introduction to Surface Roughness Measurement guidebook is an excellent initiation to noncontact surface roughness measurement. It offers practical information on various topics to help make roughness measurement easy and efficient.

White Paper: An Alternative to LVDTs = Lab Quality Linear Measurement Capabilities + Superior Industrial Gauging Performance

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500

SMAC electric gage actuators provide gaging solutions with consistent, fast and precise control of the process.

White Paper: Improve Your Stainless-Steel Testing with the Niton Apollo Handheld LIBS Analyzer

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0500

The Thermo Scientific™ Niton™ Apollo™ handheld LIBS analyzer gives users confidence when engaging in Quality Control (QC) and Positive Material Identification (PMI).

White Paper: Introduction to Surface Roughness Measurement

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Olympus’ high-quality optics help eliminate many outliers before they occur. The quality of the resulting measurement is evident in multiscale analysis down to the finest scales.

White Paper: Easy and profitable measurement solutions using smart laser triangulation sensors

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

For fast measurements of displacement, distance and position with high accuracy and resolution, laser triangulation sensors can be used in a variety of applications. The reasons are wear-free measurement, a large measuring range, high precision and easy installation.

White Paper: Limitations of 2D X-ray Inspection

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

While x-ray inspection of electronics has existed for several decades, the continuous shift in electronics design and manufacturing to smaller, more dense products, is driving x-ray technology forward.

White Paper: Using Business Analytics to Rebound & Succeed on Product Quality

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Download the whitepaper to learn how Business Intelligence can be the catalyst to help your organization rebound and excel on quality during the second half of 2020.

Smart Measuring Systems for the Smart Factory

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Today’s manufacturers are under pressure to be more flexible, reduce downtime and costs and increase efficiencies.

White Paper: Compact 2D/3D Laser scanners with integrated controller reinvigorate profile measurements

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The latest generation of scanCONTROL 30xx laser scanners is extremely powerful, precise and individually adaptable.

How to Establish a Reputation as a Quality Supplier

Tue, 26 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Download the ebook, How to Create a Quality Product Roadmap, to learn how to develop a quality plan based on customer-driven metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) that will help you establish a reputation as a trusted supplier for years to come.

White Paper: How to Solve Productivity Issues with Automated Quality Control

Wed, 06 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400

In manufacturing, the slightest deviation can have significant repercussions. This guide presents solutions, in the form of best practices, that will help quality and production managers solve their productivity issues and implement near-line and in-line automated dimensional inspections.

How to create an intelligent industrial camera without prior knowledge

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Where rule-based machine vision has not been attempted or has reached its limits, there is a high potential for deep learning algorithms to support employees and drive forward automation.

White Paper: A Roadmap to Increase OEE Performance

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) continues to gain in popularity as manufacturing teams seek to quantify plant and machine-level performance to find ways each area can be improved and keep production lines running at peak efficiency.

Industrial Evolution: Bringing QA to the Point of Production

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Today’s manufactured components are more complex than ever, with more parts diversity, more model year changes and tighter tolerances than ever before.

How to Leverage QMS Software to Promote a Culture of Quality

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400

How can a QMS help your organization to achieve a strategic culture of quality? What can you learn from the unique challenges other organizations face in different industries?

The Future is Now: The Impact of Industrial Computerized Tomography on the Castings Industry

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400

Are you a manufacturer researching ways to improve and increase productivity, as your cast parts become more complex?

The Hidden Costs of Hiring in Industrial Inspection: Time for a New Alternative

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400

Finding new talent can be an extremely difficult process for any organization, in any industry.

Improve Your Manufacturing Processes Without Neglecting Quality and Tight Tolerances

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400

The aerospace industry is known for manufacturing parts with critical dimensions and tight tolerances. Despite the high-demanding inspections they are required to perform, important players in the industry have managed to reduce bottlenecks and detect problems early in the manufacturing process.

Create the Facility of Tomorrow, Today

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400

79% of organizations are still managing shop floor quality processes with spreadsheets and paper. But the truth is, to remain competitive and reduce risk across your operations, it's time to modernize your programs and say goodbye to the spreadsheets.