Articles Tagged with ''metrology''

Quality has become a strategic advantage in today's manufacturing landscape, especially in packaging. Minor quality variations can affect the entire supply chain. High-quality packaging protects products, reduces waste, and enhances efficiency, playing a crucial role in optimizing logistics and sustainability.

Orders of manufacturing technology, measured by the U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, totaled $357.3 million in January 2025, a 29.8% decline from December but a 5.7% increase from January 2024.

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into conformity assessments has gained attention as technology advances. This article outlines the advantages and drawbacks of AI in conformity assessments, reviews case studies, and underscores the necessity of human interaction in the process.

We reveal some of the less common measuring instruments.

Verisurf Software, Inc., announced that it has signed an agreement to be acquired by Sandvik, a global high-tech engineering group providing solutions for the manufacturing, mining, and infrastructure industries.

How do you capture small, fast-moving objects as efficiently as possible and without motion blur?

Explore how ISO 9001 serves as the global standard for quality management systems, shaping practices across various industries. Discover the tailored 9100 standard that addresses the unique needs of the aerospace, aviation, and defense sectors.

Nondestructive testing (NDT) and condition monitoring (CM) are crucial for ensuring product quality in manufacturing. Terahertz (THz) technology adds a non-contact method that uses safe far-infrared wavelengths to analyze materials, detect faults, and visualize structures, making it ideal for various insulating materials.

ABB Robotics’ third Automotive Manufacturing Outlook Survey, in partnership with the leading publication Automotive Manufacturing Solutions, has highlighted how moving to the “Smart Factory” is viewed as a critical next step by global manufacturers and major suppliers.

Donald Booth is the CEO and founder of the American Institute of Non-Destructive Testing. He will be giving a presentation at the Quality Show in April titled "The Evolution of NDT Education and Training."