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ASQ Launches New FMEA Virtual Courses

The American Society for Quality (ASQ) is pleased to announce two NEW virtual courses covering Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) -- FMEA Design and FMEA Process. Each one-day course, instructed by Rand E. Winters Jr., provides a hands-on learning experience of what is involved when creating design or process FMEA.

FMEA Process: September 7, 2006
FMEA Design: September 14, 2006

Chrysler's Strategy: A Single, All-Aluminum V-6 Design?
The automaker is in the process of developing a complex new powertrain strategy applying technology and processes developed through its Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance project (a joint venture with Hyundai and Mitsubishi), following the success of a four-cylinder engine. Read more

Largest Award Ever for Marine Damages
The $2.25 million dollar payment is for long-term damage to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS) following a February 2004 incident. The payment will be made by the owners and operators of the Med Taipei, a foreign-flagged containership, which had 15 containers fall overboard. Read more

Intellectual Property Protection Is Top Risk for Manufacturers In China
The top two risks facing manufacturers with operations in China are intellectual property protection and supplier strategies. Read more

Tornos And Hydromat Join Forces
Machine tool builder Tornos S.A. has made a strategic alliance with Hydromat Inc., a manufacturer of rotary-transfer systems based in St. Louis. Hydromat will exclusively represent Tornos' line of multispindle lathes in North America, handling all sales and service functions. Read more

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NEW BLOG -- Chain Reactions: Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, Return & Blog
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Reader Talk-Back: Innovative Marketing?
"Some 20 years ago, "innovative lawyering" was in vogue. It seems it has been brought again to new "heights" [=lows]."
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Will New Retail Strategies Put Electronic Manufacturers At Risk?
"[I'm] Not sure why anyone would suggest that the one Dell store -- currently a trial -- and our mall-based kiosks are bypassing any existing distributor or retailer channel..."
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Moving Machine Setup To The Office
All machinists are working with the same physical limits. Machines can only move so fast, and wheels and tools can cut only so fast. So how do you get an edge against China and your competitors next door? The best way to maximize productivity is to move machine setup to the office -- especially if you have lots of changeovers or complex parts. Find out how the latest software lets you do just that. This online event takes place on Thursday, August 31 at 2pm EDT. Register for this free American Machinist Webcast today!