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New Insurance Options Require Standardized Consumer Information
Mon, 07/17/2006 - 22:00
The National Committee for Quality Assurance recently called for better public information about consumer-directed health plans (CDHPs) and other forms of insurance. The white paper "Protecting Consumers in an Evolving Health Insurance… Boston Centerless Gets Shingo Prize
Mon, 07/17/2006 - 22:00
Boston Centerless Inc. has been named a 2006 Silver Medal recipient in the Northeast Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing contest.Referred to as the “Nobel Prize of Manufacturing” by Business Week magazine, the Shingo Prize is… 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… 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… 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… 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… Bellwether Services Receives Share of Navy Improvement Contract
Mon, 07/10/2006 - 22:00
Lean Six Sigma consulting firm Bellwether Services was recently awarded a five-year support agreement by the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). NAVSEA is the Navy’s umbrella command for its comprehensive quality-improvement and efficiency…