Manufacturing companies employ sophisticated 3D measurement hardware, each utilizing their own software solutions. A universal software platform mitigates challenges, optimizing metrology team performance, simplifying workflows, and enhancing operational efficiency.

In part three of this three-part series, the suite of tools available for PMI has grown.

In part two of this three-part series, we learn more about the advantages of positive material identification (PMI) testing.

In part one of this three-part series, we explore why PMI is a vital nondestructive testing method for quality assurance and safety.

Explore how ChatGPT, an advanced AI language model, can be used to write detailed calibration procedures for various test and measurement equipment.

The manufacturing industry has seen major upheaval over the past few years. From supply chain disruption to worker shortages, keeping the pipeline filled with quality products – free of defects – has been no easy challenge. Because of these issues, the promise of Industry 4.0, or smart manufacturing, has never been more important.

Manufacturers have big expectations for electrical connectors — they want devices with even smaller, more complex and custom-tailored features. Why has this transformation accelerated over the last decade?

We review essential software specifications and cover how those attributes can be leveraged when considering computer-controlled physical product testing equipment in the lab or on the shop floor.

In the fall of 2021, COVID-19 was a top concern for more than half of respondents in our September 2021 survey. Today that number is down to 17%, according to our Annual Quality Spending Survey, which surveyed subscribers in September 2022.

New and emerging technologies are used to address numerous goals.