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Manufacturing’s Culture Problem Is Really a Systems Problem
James Glover
When manufacturing leaders discuss operational challenges, “culture” becomes the catch-all explanation: “Our culture doesn’t support discipline like Asian manufacturers,” or, “We need to change the culture around quality,” or, “It’s a cultural resistance to following procedures.” This framing feels true. After all, the behavior differences are visible and consistent. But it’s also paralyzing.…
Improvement Tools
The Networking Opportunity You’re Missing
Mike Figliuolo

In a connected world, opportunities are more about who you know than what you know. Whether it’s a job, making a sale, or finding your next great new hire, you’d be a fool to miss some great opportunities to build your network.

With the growth of platforms like LinkedIn, it’s easier than ever to connect with folks. Unfortunately, we’re lazy and pretty much suck at it. It’s…

Improvement Tools
Physicists Zero in on the Mass of the Fundamental W Boson Particle
Jennifer Chu

When fundamental particles are heavier or lighter than expected, physicists’ understanding of the universe can tip into the unknown. A particle that’s just beyond its predicted mass can unravel scientists’ assumptions about the forces that make up all of matter and space. But now, a new precision measurement has reset the balance and confirmed scientists’ theories, at least for one of the…

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Field vs. Lab Testing: Why the Gap Leads to Costly Mistakes
Ryan Morrison

On paper, material testing looks like one of the most controlled and reliable parts of a construction project. Samples are collected, standardized procedures are followed, and results are documented with precision. Everything points toward certainty.

And yet, failures still happen. Not small ones, either—structural issues, premature material degradation, and costly rework that…

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How to Control Quality Risk When Motion-Control Parts Become Obsolete
Jesse Walker
In a lot of plants, motion-control equipment stays in service far longer than anyone originally…
When Things Go Wrong
Donald J. Wheeler
The way we think about our process will shape the way we collect, analyze, and interpret our data…
AI in Manufacturing
Cooper Schorr
There’s no shortage of AI in manufacturing. There is, however, a shortage of AI that works when…
When Lean Isn’t Enough
Akhilesh Gulati
On an assembly line for household appliances, 10 operators assembled motors for downstream…
Boiling Down Ideas Will Always Burn You
Mike Figliuolo
I hear it all the time: “Let’s boil this idea down.” That’s a huge communication mistake. What…
Why Data Security Alone Won’t Cut It for AI in Regulated Industries
Jake Walton
Nobody would get into a self-driving car simply because the door locks worked and the alarm system…
10 Lessons From 10 Factory Visits
Scott Ginsberg
At Dozuki, our teams are constantly on the factory floor. We spend hundreds of hours every year…
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bioMérieux Unveils BIOFIRE SPOTFIRE Molecular Testing Solution for Biopharma
(bioMérieux: Marcy-l’Étoile, France) -- bioMérieux, a world leader in the field of in vitro …
New ISO Standards Bring Clarity to Chain of Custody
(ISO: Geneva) -- Sustainability claims are everywhere. From recycled plastics and responsibly…
Valkyrie Analytics Relaunches as Nirova LLC to Advance Optimization of Anaerobic Digesters
(Nirova LLC: Boise, ID) -- Valkyrie Analytics, a U.S.-based analytics company specializing in real-…
Waygate Technologies, GE Aerospace Drive Future of Automated Engine Maintenance
(Waygate Technologies: Huerth, Germany) -- Providing a glimpse into the future of automated engine…
10 Novelis Plants Achieve New Level of Manufacturing Maturity
(Novelis Inc.: Atlanta) -- Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and a…
Renishaw Introduces True-Absolute Multi-DoF Encoder System
(Renishaw: West Dundee, IL) – Renishaw, a global leader in engineering technologies, has launched…
Artec 3D launches Artec Jet
(Artec: Luxembourg) -- Global 3D scanning leader Artec 3D has announced the launch of Artec Jet, a…
Black Forest Power Monsters for the DIN Rail
(CAMTEC: Karlsruhe, Germany) -- With its new CPS-EC2000 AC/DC power supply series, CAMTEC Power…
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