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IN THIS ISSUE of Quality Magazine's UPDATE:
- Real Quality Change is Needed
- Endevco Donates Computer Equipment
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Real Quality Change Is Needed
by Thomas Sloma-Williams
Can lasting improvement come about as a result of quick and readily apparent changes, or does it only come about as a result of well thought-out and substantive decisions? Many professionals find themselves in such challenging positions within their companies. Such is the struggle for Ford Motor Co. as it tries to revive sagging North American sales and a correct a perception of poorly made domestic brand vehicles. READ MORE |
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April 23-26, 2007 Manufacturing & Measurement Conference & Workshop (MMCW), Clearwater, FL. Quality Magazine, (888) 530-6714. www.qualitymag.com
/mmcw
May 8-11, Control 2007 Quality Assurance Trade Fair, Sinsheim, Germany. P.E. Schall GmbH, +49 (0)7025 / 92 06-641
www.control-messe.com/en/control
May 22-24 EASTEC 2007 Exposition, West Springfield, MA. Society of Manufacturing Engineers, (800) 733-4763. www.sme.org/eastec
June 19-21 Measurement Uncertainty Workshop, Wixom, MI. Quametec Corp., (810) 225-8588, www.quametec.com
June 11-13 Sensors Expo & Conference, Rosemont, IL. Questex Media Group Inc., (888) 552-4346.
www.sensorsexpo.com
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Endevco Donates Computer Equipment to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley
San Juan Capistrano, CA -- Eleven flat screen computer monitors donated by Endevco were delivered on Mar. 7 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley (BGCCV). The new 17-inch flat screens will update and complete the organization’s computer lab and enable kids to fully utilize its technology program.
The Club’s technology programs enables youth to not only become proficient in basic educational disciplines, but it also specifically helps young people with an after school homework program, web design skills, internet research, graphics, presentations, educational games and other creative pursuits.
Endevco has been involved with this local Boys & Girls Clubs chapter for almost nine years, taking part in fundraising efforts and events. Endevco executives recently toured the club facilities with James Littlejohn, Executive Director of Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley. While at the facility, Endevco President Scott Silcock observed that 11 computer monitors were still needed to outfit the Technology Center and made a commitment to donate the remaining monitors.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley has been at the forefront of youth development in South Orange County, including Aliso Viejo, Capistrano Beach, Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, San Clemente, and San Juan Capistrano. The Clubs provide 1100 kids annually and 250 kids a day with after-school enrichment programs, career development, fun group activities and mentoring programs as well as opportunities that help develop today’s youth for tomorrow’s challenges.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley has partnered with Cox Communications and local law enforcement to introduce the Netsmart program. NetSmart ensures that all Internet content coming through the Technology Center at the Boys & Girls Clubs is appropriate and safe for kids of all ages. www.endevco.com |
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Manufacturing & Measurement Conference & Workshop is a Must-Attend Event
Registration is now available (www.qualitymag.com/mmcw
) for the Manufacturing & Measurement Conference & Workshop (MMCW) 2007 event. MMCW has the all serious, must-know information for every manufacturing and quality professional. The weeklong event, April 23-27, will provide you with the knowledge to help you solve test, measurement and inspection challenges on the shop floor. A new location in Clearwater FL, all-day workshops, new and expanded topics, an exclusive guest spouse program, networking opportunities and top-name suppliers make MMCW a must-attend event.
Network with other quality professionals like yourself from companies such as, Ford Motor Co., Northrop Grumman, DaimlerChrysler, Becton Dickinson, Caterpillar, Honda, GE, Boeing, the U.S. Air Force, 3M and many more. Don’t be left out. Register today. For a complete conference schedule and to register please visit www.qualitymag.com/mmcw or call 1-888-530-6714.
April 23-26, 2007 – Clearwater Beach, FL. Sponsors include: Mahr Federal Inc., Nikon, Verisurf Software and Hexagon |
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Quality Magazine Launches NDT Web Site
 Quality launches a Web site for its NDT special section,
www.ndtmag.com. NDT serves the nondestructive testing and materials testing needs of more than 26,000 quality and manufacturing professionals. This special section reports on the practical use and application of nondestructive testing and materials testing needs to improve product quality on the shop floor and in manufacturing planning. Feature-length articles, case studies and technology features focus on:
www.ndtmag.com
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Mahr Federal Issues "Precision Gages | Best Sellers Guide" Brochure
PROVIDENCE, RI -- Mahr Federal has issued a short form catalog detailing a number of its most popular precision gages. Entitled "Precision Gages | Best Sellers Guide," the full-color, 24-page brochure includes over 50 of the company's dimensional metrology products, including calipers and caliper gages, micrometers, test indicators, dial indicators and comparators, Maxum® indicators, bench and bore gages, height and length measurements, and surface finish and air gages. The guide references a number of Mahr Measuring Systems, including MarSurf™ surface texture metrology systems, MarForm™ form metrology systems,
Precimar systems for precision length measurement, MarVision optical multisensor metrology, Primar inspection systems for form, gear and 3D feature measurement, as well as Calibration Services. A PDF copy of the Mahr Federal Best Sellers Guide brochure may be downloaded direct from the company's website |
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Therm-O-Disc, Inc. Celebrates its 60 Year Anniversary
MANSFIELD, OHIO – Therm-O-Disc Inc. (www.tod.com
), an Emerson company, is celebrating its 60th year in business. Over the past 60 years Therm-O-Disc has built a reputation of delivering a breadth of safe, reliable products. All Therm-O-Disc products are designed and tested to meet exacting standards and are supported through a commitment to customer service. Founded in 1947 in Mansfield, Ohio, Therm-O-Disc is a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of temperature sensors and controls for appliance, HVAC, automotive, and electronics industries. The Therm-O-Disc product line includes a wide range of bimetal disc temperature controls, thermal cutoffs, and special purpose electronic and electromechanical
sensors and controls. Therm-O-Disc is part of the Emerson Appliance Solutions and Emerson Climate Technologies business units. St. Louis-based Emerson (www.gotoemerson.com) brings technology and engineering together to provide solutions to customers in electronics and telecommunications; process control; industrial automation; heating; ventilation and air conditioning; and appliance and tools. Emerson’s sales in fiscal 2006 were $20.1 billion. |
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