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(University at Buffalo: Buffalo, NY) -- The University at Buffalo has announced two new courses, the Certified Change Management Professional program, and the Blue Belt Lean Certification program.
Change management
In today’s ever-evolving business environment, leading and adapting to change is…
(The Baumer Group: Southington, CT) -- For machine vision systems that integrate GigE cameras, network components, sensors, and encoders, Baumer’s revolutionary GigE Trigger device can now be used to control most functions of GigE cameras, including triggering, power, and acquisition of images…
(SME: Toronto) -- As executive chairman and co-founder of Martinrea International Inc., a Canadian auto-parts supplier recognized for its leadership in advanced technical systems and program management, Rob Wildeboer knows first-hand just how important innovation can be. Thanks to ongoing…
(Hexagon Metrology: North Kingstown, RI) -- Hexagon Metrology Inc. announces it will unveil the complete new line of ROMER Absolute Arms at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Sept. 13–18, in Chicago. In addition to the previously released six-axis Absolute Arm for tactile and…
(Quality Digest: Chico, CA) -- Join TechnorazziLIVE, the groundbreaking live video program from Quality Digest, as it showcases the latest products from FARO Technologies and Hexagon Metrology, two of the leading names in 3-D measurement technology.
Even if you can’t attend IMTS, you can watch…
(Konica Minolta: Ramsey, NJ) -- Konica Minolta Sensing Americas Inc. (KMSA), a global provider of industrial measurement of color, light, and shape, announces its participation as an exhibitor at IMTS 2010 in Chicago on Sept. 13–18.
KMSA, a long time supporter and exhibitor of IMTS, will be…
(NVision Inc.: Coppell, TX) – NVision Inc., an established leader in 3-D digitizing equipment and engineering services, has created an online forum for engineers to discuss reverse engineering issues and problems and receive answers to their questions. The blog can be viewed at http://reverse-…
(Nikon Metrology: Brighton, MI) -- Nikon Metrology Inc. introduces its range of handheld 3-D laser scanning solutions integrated into Rapidform XOR/Redesign and XOV/Verifier software. This solution enables design and manufacturing professionals to take full advantage of premium Nikon Metrology…
(SME: Dearborn, MI) -- The demand for sustainability is growing stronger every day, and manufacturers are looking for ways to comply in order to reduce their impact on the environment and increase profitability.
Many are discovering that lean practices—which seek to eliminate all forms of waste…
(BT Imaging: Sydney, Australia) -- BT Imaging Pty Ltd. (BTi), a global supplier of luminescence-based inspection and quality control systems for the photovoltaic manufacturing industry, has introduced the LIS-P2 platform, the industry’s first multifunction inspection and analysis system designed…
(ACTLean: Lawrenceville, GA) -- ACTLean will offer a two-day workshop discussing lean innovation topics in Atlanta, on Nov. 4–5. The goal of the seminar is to teach practical approaches of lean management thinking for innovation and development departments, and the successful implementation of…
(IAS: Washington) -- International Accreditation Service (IAS) has been accepted as an accreditation body member of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF). IAS membership in the IAF will increase recognition and facilitate acceptance of IAS-accredited product certification agencies’ reports…
(Spectronics Corp.: Westbury, NY) -- Spectronics Corp. has introduced the revolutionary Spectroline AccuMAX XRP-3000 digital radiometer/photometer, the new benchmark in light measurement technology. The XRP-3000 uses a dual-wavelength sensor detector to measure both ultraviolet and visible light…
(Mahr Federal: Providence, RI) -- Mahr Federal has introduced a new generation of its popular line of MarCal digital calipers. Included are a number of innovations, such as lapped guideways, a new reference system that retains the zero position setting, and an increased number of product options…
(NIST: Gaithersburg, MD) -- Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have demonstrated a microminiaturized device that can perform complex viscosity measurements—critical data for a wide variety of fields dealing with things that have to flow—on…
(HEIDENHAIN: Schaumburg, IL) -- At this year’s International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), held Sept. 13–18 in Chicago, HEIDENHAIN Corp. will present the new ACANTO Series absolute length gauges in direct competition to linear variable differential transformers (LVDTs). These gauges are…
(Fluke Calibration: Phoenix) -- Fluke Calibration, a global provider of test and measurement technology, has introduced the PG9607 piston gauge, which delivers unequaled performance for measurement of absolute and gauge pressures up to 500 kPa (72.5 psi).
The PG9607 piston gauge is designed…
(Simpler Consulting LP: Pittsburgh) -- Simpler Consulting LP, a global management consulting firm that helps companies improve processes to stimulate business-affecting results, has launched the Simpler Design System (SDS), a new service that assists organizations with the product development…
(Lion Precision: St. Paul, MN) -- The ECL101 Eddy-Current Displacement Sensor is an improved, CE-compliant version of Lion Precision’s original ECL100 sensor. The ECL101 noncontact sensor offers improvements in immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and thermal stability as well as lower…
(PowerSteering Software: Cambridge, MA) -- PowerSteering Software, a provider of on-demand project and portfolio management (PPM) solutions, will lead an executive forum titled “Applying Lean Six Sigma to Lean Six Sigma” at the IQPC Process Excellence Leaders Meeting in Chicago on Sept. 14–15…
(Alternative Vision: Tucson, AZ) -- Alternative Vision Corp., the North American distributor for Quest Innovations BV, announces the arrival of the MS5, the newest member of Quest Innovation’s Condor 1000 series.
The Condor 1000 MS5 is designed for imaging applications that require image…
(PQ Systems: Dayton, OH) -- A new release of GAGEpack from PQ Systems features more efficient access to gauge calibration records as well as improved e-mail alarms to designated receivers.
GAGEpack is powerful gauge calibration software that saves time and enhances accuracy in gauge management…
Since 2007, Cape Coral, Florida, has adopted a mission to eliminate waste in all processes and operate in a more effective and efficient manner. Since then, the city has achieved more than $2 million in cost savings and performed 18 kaizen events to reduce costs and increase productivity without…
(University Alliance: Tampa, FL) -- Fueled by the rising demand to streamline key processes, business process management (BPM) has become a central requirement in planning, implementing change, and evaluating performance in organizations. In fact, the number of large companies (those with more…
(Thermo Fisher Scientific: Madison, WI) -- Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. has introduced its newest FT-IR spectrometer, the Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS5, powered by OMNIC software. The spectrometer is designed for users seeking uncompromised, affordable, and compact FT-IR spectroscopy to assist…
