Baldrige News
Mon, 07/17/2006 - 22:00
The number of applications to the 2006 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award significantly increased, with 86 applicants compared to 64 from last year’s event.A major gain in the number of health care organizations applying for the award… CMSC Picks Conference Presentations
Wed, 07/12/2006 - 22:00
Organizers of next week’s Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference have announced the 19 papers to be presented at the event. Following are the selections for the 2006 CMSC Conference: Large-Scale Metrology Instrument Performance… New Sensor for Distance Measurement
Wed, 07/12/2006 - 22:00
Metrology Resource Co. and Siemens Optical Solutions recently introduced a single-point confocal displacement sensor that combines confocal microscopy with high-speed scanning. The Seimens SISCAN Model SC has applications in a wide variety… Optical Gaging Products Relocates
Wed, 07/12/2006 - 22:00
Optical Gaging Products Inc. recently moved its Western region technology center to a new facility in Tempe, Arizona. The newly remodeled, 8,000-sq.ft. building is equipped to support sales, applications analysis and training for the… GKS Inspection Services Opens an Indian Bureau
Wed, 07/12/2006 - 22:00
GKS Inspection Services, a division of Laser Design Inc., recently opened a CAD-modeling office in India. The office, which is in Pune, employs 12 engineers who provide reverse engineering and inspection services. Because it’s growing so… Improved Video Inspection
Wed, 07/12/2006 - 22:00
Metronics Inc. recently introduced the Quadra-Chek 300, a digital readout system that combines multiple video measuring functions in a single, compact display unit. A combination cross-line generator and automated edge detection provide users… New Standards for Nuclear Power Plants
Tue, 07/11/2006 - 22:00
The International Electrotechnical Commission recently released the second edition of a standard related to requirements for software systems in nuclear power plants. IEC 60880: Nuclear Power Plants—Instrumentation and control systems… New AIAG Guideline to Lower Recalls, Warranty Costs
Tue, 07/11/2006 - 22:00
Companies are now expected to be able to lower recalls and warranty costs with a new Automotive Industry Action Group guideline that monitors parts undergoing heat treatment. Heat treatment is a special process that improves strength, fatigue life… Six Sigma for Financial Services Conference Announced
Mon, 07/10/2006 - 22:00
An upcoming conference for financial services professionals interested in Six Sigma will be held in Hong Kong. "Building Profitable Platforms for Growth in Financial Services," will be held Sept. 26–27 at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kowloon,… Quality Conference to be Held in Sydney
Mon, 07/10/2006 - 22:00
The Asia Pacific Quality Organization and the Australian Organisation for Quality will host an upcoming conference. QUALCON-APQO 2006 will feature sessions for many industries as they relate to quality, including occupational health and…
