Quality 4.0 combines technologies like AI and IoT with quality management, enhancing real-time monitoring and decision-making. It supports continuous improvement in Lean Six Sigma, helping organizations achieve operational excellence and stay competitive.
Manufacturers are increasingly hiring second chance citizens—those with criminal records—due to their valuable skills and strong work ethic. Programs like Purdue’s Manufacturing Skills for Success (MS4S) provide training that helps these workers transition into manufacturing roles.
Machine vision is vital for industrial automation, providing essential image analysis amid labor shortages. Effective implementation relies on precise lighting to ensure high-quality images, with different applications requiring specific setups, such as backlights for measurements and line scan lights for fast-moving materials.
Sandvik announced the acquisition of the business of the American company FASTech, which will be part of Mastercam, a leading CAD/CAM software provider.
AI is revolutionizing quality control in electronics manufacturing by enhancing inspection processes and reducing costs. Anna-Katrina Shedletsky emphasized the power of machine learning and deep learning to automate tasks, improve product quality, and deliver significant ROI, making quality control the perfect starting point for AI implementation.
The combination of closed loop quality systems and AI-driven machine vision is transforming manufacturing by enabling real-time adjustments and proactive problem-solving.
The manufacturing industry is evolving due to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics, significantly impacting job outlooks, as highlighted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This article will explore quality trends and provide guidance for future changes.
A manufacturer retrofitted aging PLC-5 systems in aircraft painting facilities with Rockwell’s ControlLogix and R. Stahl’s IS components, enhancing safety, reliability, and maintenance for future operations.
X-Rite Incorporated announced the Judge LED light booth, designed for precise visual color evaluation as industries shift from fluorescent to energy-efficient LED lighting.