Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Quality Assurance",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release IR cameras adopt common vision interfaces from
Flir Systems, which we summarised at the time by saying "First ever thermal cameras to be GigEVision and GenICam compatible and to feature a trigger/synchronisation capability".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Testing system handles multiple products from
Clare Instruments: "Each power tool range includes different product models, creating different electrical compliance standards and performance test requirements".
In January 2008, we covered the news from Tecan
- take a look at Metalworkers excel in coursework
which says: "James Hope, John-Paul Latham and Joe Phebyh achieved distinctions in the Metal Finishing and Surface Coating course".
Take a look also at the news release from Pilz Automation Technology, Training courses explain safety concepts,
as well as Early look at open CAD format from Open Design Alliance,
and Membership fees rise for CAD organisation from Open Design Alliance.
See also:
Safety systems boost productivity
(November 2007)
Clare Instruments has developed a series of bespoke test systems to ensure full product testing for electrical safety compliance alongside various performance and function tests
Frame grabbers accelerate machine vision
(October 2007)
The MVS-8600e family of frame grabbers allow the connection of CameraLink cameras through the PCI Express interface
Sample probe tests 100C oil
(September 2007)
Ten Jiskoot 210 in-line sample probe-based systems were purchased to monitor the quality of oil at a temperature of over 100C
Beware bogus bearings
(September 2007)
Kate Hartigan, MD at Schaeffler (UK), explains how the 'grey' market for bearings puts both end users and distributors at risk
Robot dispenses DVDs
(August 2007)
Hoerbiger Origa three-axis robots make the automated renting of DVDs possible
System checks component quality
(July 2007)
DNTR will be using an iNEXIV VMA 2520 video measuring system to make rapid checks on the quality of bought-in metal and plastic components
Displacement sensors offer high resolution
(June 2007)
Micro-Epsilon's capaNCDT sensor system uses a guard ring principle that enables earthing through the sensor rather than the target, which means the target does not have to be electrically grounded
Porous metals suit filter design
(June 2007)
Porous metal holds its form well, functions in tough conditions and lasts longer than other materials
Workstation allows noise and vibration testing
(June 2007)
The Wave acoustic workstation consists of eight different analysers that include, FFT, order, sound power, third octave, pass-by and customisable personal analyser
IET endorsement for postgrad courses
(June 2007)
Postgraduate courses offered by WMG are now formally endorsed by the Institution of Engineering and Technology
Software provides DWG 2008 compatibility
(May 2007)
IntelliCAD 6.4 Beta offers improved quality, DWG 2008 compatibility and increased stability
Data acquisition system works at boiling point
(April 2007)
The NCS is intended for use as a remote control and data acquisition system in unheated and un-air conditioned enclosures, so it has to endure wide temperature extremes
DAQ supplier achieves ISO9001:2000 certification
(April 2007)
DSPCon's ISO 9001:2000 certification audit was conducted by EQA, an independent leader in ISO certification processes and services
Reputable repair company versus backstreet shops
(April 2007)
When looking for a company to repair your hydraulic units we believe there are certain things you should look out for, says Candice Link of Hydraulic Pumps (UK)
Production system protects against cyber attack
(April 2007)
Wurldtech has verified that the Centum CS 3000 Field Controller (FFCS) and ProSafe-RS Safety Controller are well designed systems offering robust protection against cyber attacks
Craftsmen working with precious metals?
(April 2007)
With the price of nickel hitting US $1 per ounce Alan Brown of Arc Energy Resources argues that weld overlay cladding specialists should be reclassified as craftsmen working with precious metals
Testing system keeps going for ten years
(April 2007)
A PET bottle top-load testing system has been in use on the production floor at Leeds-based company Esterform Packaging for nearly a decade
Quality assurance organisation certified
(March 2007)
The Windchill Product Development and Quality Assurance organisation has met the requirements of the Software Engineering Institute's Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) Level 2
Torque sensor range suits industrial applications
(March 2007)
The Mini-Smart Torque Sensor 4502 is suitable both for dynamic detection of starting torque, breakaway torque for bolt or screwdriver operations and quality assurance monitoring
Management expansion improves efficiency
(March 2007)
IMC has appointed new personnel to quality and purchasing management as part of a drive towards exceeding global standards and improving production efficiency
Testing equipment improves packaging
(March 2007)
Zwick's horizontally constructed testing system simplifies the insertion and gripping of the packaging specimens
Data loggers enhanced with Ethernet
(March 2007)
The addition of Ethernet gives users of the Squirrel SQ2020 and SQ2040 data loggers a network-ready data acquisition product
Bioprocess modeling resource published
(March 2007)
'New Directions in Bioprocess Modeling and Control' focuses on the benefits that models offer before they are put online
Leak detector measures gas concentration
(March 2007)
The LumaSense SF6 leak detector is able to measure the total concentration of the sulfur hexafluoride gas in a monitored enclosure where the switchgear (or other SF6 filled equipment) is tested
New chemist joins coolant company
(February 2007)
A chemist who saved a previous employer in excess of GBP 25,000 per annum in activated sludge disposal costs has been hired by Master Chemical
Module monitors press-fit operations
(February 2007)
HBM's MP85ADP Fastpress fitting and press-monitoring module monitors process parameters and provides consistent traceability of production data
Training company gains new executive
(February 2007)
Jane Simpson has joined Bolton-based training specialist Alliance Learning and in her new role she will be implementing a cohesive operational strategy
Anti-friction finishes protect surfaces
(February 2007)
Tecfin AFN and AFN+ finishes are compatible with most materials and deliver anti-friction, anti-galling, corrosion protection and non-stick properties for components in dry or wet environments
Inspection software removes quality problem
(January 2007)
A portable coordinate measuring machine from CimCore and Delcam's PowerInspect inspection software allowed Townley Engineering and Manufacturing to track down a costly reliability problem
Control valves clean up in aseptic applications
(January 2007)
The Type 3347 control valve has polished steel parts to ensure the highest purity for the process medium
Breakfast briefing focuses on quality assurance
(January 2007)
First in a series of free monthly breakfast briefings for SMEs will focus on how smaller manufacturers can gain free access to TIC's knowledge and expertise in the field of quality
Onuoha assists with plastics-based design
(January 2007)
The Polymer Cluster for the West Midlands is increasing its support for product design and for new product development to qualifying companies in the region
Calibration kit ensures HACCP quality assurance
(January 2007)
Systech Instruments has introduced a compact calibration kit that will help ensure that HACCP quality assurance requirements are consistently achieved
Website follows best practices
(January 2007)
Hawke International has re-engineered its website - passing every page with the W3C XHTML 1.0 Strict validation tool