Articles by Genevieve Diesing

Manufacturers are prioritizing low-code AI tools to simplify application development, enabling non-experts to create and customize AI workflows.

IoT integration connects sensors and objects with each other and with applications and databases. CMMs benefit from this integration with multiple sensors integrated with metrology software and measurement databases.

Manufacturers are integrating metrology, using data analytics, automating maintenance, and embedding measurement processes in production for greater efficiency and predictability.

FMEA evolved as a risk management tool across industries. AIAG's 5th edition is for the automotive industry, while FMEA 4th edition suffices for healthcare.

Employing FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) ensures ongoing enhancements in processes and products. By preemptively tackling potential challenges, it fortifies reliability, safety, and overall quality.

Manufacturing automation is on the rise, offering quality control workers a career advantage. Stefan Friedrich of New Scale Robotics notes that as manufacturers embrace automation, it becomes more user-friendly, aiding new workers in using robots and software effectively.

Experts advise that calibration schedules should be both flexible and systematic. Alongside calibration and inspection, simple practices such as regular cleaning and proper storage are crucial for maintaining the accuracy and longevity of measurement tools, ensuring consistently high standards of precision and quality in manufacturing processes.

As businesses constantly refine their methods and gather data from various tools to get a clearer picture of how products move, they are increasingly reliant on automation.

Automation helps move skilled workers from repetitive tasks to more important roles, experts say. It’s essential to train them to use these new technologies properly.

As manufacturing and quality control becomes increasingly digital, auditing is increasingly enmeshed with technology and data analytics.