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(LEI: Cambridge, MA) -- Despite expensive increases in the cost of U.S. health care, Americans too often get mediocre results—or worse. National studies show that 15 million incidents of medical harm—e.g., drug errors, wrong-side surgeries, or infections—occur in the United States annually.…
(J.D. Power and Associates: Westlake Village, CA) -- Domestic auto brands, as a whole, have demonstrated higher initial quality than import brands for the first time, according to J.D. Power and Associates’ recently released 2010 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS). The study has been conducted…
(J.D. Power and Associates: Westlake Village, CA) -- Domestic auto brands, as a whole, have demonstrated higher initial quality than import brands for the first time, according to J.D. Power and Associates’ recently released 2010 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS). The study has been conducted…
(BQPM: Newark, CA) -- Are you searching for a practical and effective approach to the European Union directive, Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), on restricting the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical or electronic equipment? Learn how to maximize your return on investment…
(TÜV SÜD America: Plymouth, MI) -- TÜV SÜD America Inc. is offering added investment and increased engineering expertise through certification of playground equipment and surfacing for the International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA), bunk beds, safety eyewear, sports equipment,…
(PANalytical: Almelo, the Netherlands) -- Global X-ray analytical instrument manufacturer, PANalytical, has changed the game in multipurpose X-ray diffraction (XRD) with the launch of its Empyrean high-performance diffractometer. Every major element of Empyrean is new: the X-ray source, the state-…
(Quantum Associates: Northbrook, IL) -- Quantum Associates Inc. has developed its new data analysis tool because they discovered that during their work with service and manufacturing organizations, data are often collected for the sake of collecting data and cannot be put into a format to make…
(TÜVRheinland: Carlsbad, CA and Newtown, CT) -- As the European Union considers recasting the EU Directive for the restriction of hazardous substances (RoHS), global businesses look for ways to comply with a constantly greening market. TÜVRheinland, a global provider of global market access,…
In the January 2010 issue of MoreNews, we discussed “Simpson’s Paradox,” a well-known phenomenon that can distort causal relationships in data sets in the presence of a confounder or covariate. In this article, we will talk about some practical ways to guard against becoming the victim of this…
(IHI: Cambridge, MA) -- Having a dashboard that easily and clearly displays information about your performance measures can help your hospital know if it is progressing toward its goals.
To help you create a practical framework for developing and evaluating a dashboard of key measures, the…
(ISO: Geneva) -- A new edition of the successful handbook, ISO 9001 for Small Businesses – What to do: Advice from ISO/TC 176, has just been jointly published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Trade Centre (ITC). The handbook has been updated to take…
(Gradient Lens Corp.: Rochester, NY) -- The new Hawkeye Rigid Video Borescopes offer the convenience and image quality of video built right into every scope. This new line of direct-to-video borescopes has integrated charge-coupled device (CCD) cameras built into each of 18 models of Hawkeye Pro…
(GBMP Inc.: Boston) -- “Easier, Better, Faster, Cheaper: How Do We Improve?” is the theme of the sixth annual Northeast Shingo Prize Conference, which will take place Oct. 19–20 at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence, Rhode Island.
The Northeast conference will emphasize the value…
(Instron: Norwood, MA) -- Instron announces its new line of universal materials testing equipment. The 5900 Series offers exceptional performance packaged in innovative frames, designed with enhancements that deliver superior accuracy and reliability, improved ergonomics, and an enhanced overall…
(The Modal Shop: Cincinnati) -- Major parts recalls cost a company more than just money. A damaged reputation can be a large, long-term loss, negatively affecting sales for years to come—especially if the recalled parts are safety-critical. Avoiding major recalls can be done simply, quickly, and…
(Pilgrim Software: Tampa, FL) -- New food safety regulations moving through the U.S. Congress, combined with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), demand greater safety management by food processors. At the 2010 Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting, Symposium 171, “The Operational…
(Pointools: London) -- Software from Pointools is being used to create 3-D walk-through models to explore the viability of laser scanning on the moon and Mars. Researchers from Navajo Technical College, together with representatives from NASA and New Mexico Tech, laser scanned a volcanic formation…
(University Alliance: Tampa, FL) -- There’s no doubt that professionals with the right post-recession skills will have the best career options. That same knowledge can also strengthen their bank accounts, according to a U.S. News University Directory article featured in the latest University…
(Productivity Europe: Olney, UK) – Productivity Europe presents Visual Workplace—Visual Thinking, a two-day workplace seminar conducted by Gwendolyn Galsworth, Ph.D., July 6–7, held at Britvic Soft Drinks in Rugby, England. At the seminar learn principles, concepts, models, methods, and tools that…
(KIDASA Software: Austin, Texas) -- KIDASA Software Inc. announces the release of v. 2010 of Milestones Professional. Both 32-bit and 64 bit versions are available. Milestones Professional earned the “compatible with Windows 7” logo.
Continuing the KIDASA 20 year tradition of cutting-edge…
(Pinpoint Laser Systems: Peabody, MA) -- Pinpoint Laser Systems is introducing a new four-axis microgage receiver that provides useful alignment information for evaluating and correcting machinery alignment problems. The new 4-D Microgage Receiver measures two linear axes, X and Y, and their two…
(EMVA: Munich) -- During a press conference at AUTOMATICA 2010, European Machine Vision Association (EMVA) Vice President Cor Maas noted, “The European machine vision industry is well on track to return to substantial growth this year. Results of our current European market survey point to an 11-…
(NVision: Coppell, TX) -- Materials Analysis Inc., a Dallas engineering firm specializing in litigation support, is using noncontact 3-D scanning to provide critical assistance in product liability cases. The technology is invaluable for showing details that are invisible to the eye or that might…
(Advanced Test Equipment Rentals: San Diego) -- Advanced Test Equipment Rentals, a provider of electronic test and measurement equipment rentals, is pleased to announce immediate availability of the Keithley 2015 Total Harmonic Distortion Multimeter.
Combining audio band quality measurements…
(IQPC: New York) -- The International Quality and Productivity Center (IQPC) will hold its 10th Lean Six Sigma for Biotech, Pharma, and Medical Device Excellence event in San Diego, July 26–28, at the Hilton San Diego Resort.
Explore how to leverage lean Six Sigma and operational excellence by…
