ASQ TR2:2024, Cost of Quality for Better Performance
The cost of poor quality (COPQ) at a thriving company will account for 10-15% of operations. By minimizing failure costs and maximizing efficiency, companies can improve…
AWS B2.1/B2.1M:2026—Welding Procedure Qualification
Whether constructing bridges, fabricating pressure vessels, manufacturing heavy equipment, or producing structural steel, weld quality directly affects safety, performance, and reliability. Even the most skilled…
ISO 2859-1:2026—Sampling for Inspection by AQL
Maintaining product quality is non-negotiable as customers expect consistent, reliable products. Delivering quality is not only a matter of reputation, but it is also a…
ASTM E70-24—pH of Aqueous Solutions With Glass Electrode
Without pH measurement, the quality of the products we use, the efficiency of the processes we depend on, and the safety of the environments we…
When Does Quality Become Inefficient?
Quality becomes inefficient when over-applied or mismanaged because it can lead to inefficiencies, waste, and delays. Hence, it is paramount to know how to balance…
ISO 12625-1:2019—Tissue Paper
From ancient substitutes like corncobs, moss, shells, hay, sheep’s wool, to high-tech “micro-folded” sheets, absorbent tissue products have evolved from luxury items into global hygiene…
How Did Tobacco Influence US Junk Food?
Due to growing government regulation, in the mid-20th century, tobacco companies began diversifying into food manufacturing and applied similar aggressive marketing and lobbying tactics in…
ASTM C670-24ae1: Test Methods for Construction Materials
In construction, precision and bias statements are not just technical details—they are foundational for quality, safety, compliance, and cost-efficiency. They assure that the measurements and…
ASTM C31/C31M-25a: Making Concrete Test Specimens
Concrete test specimens (concrete cylinders, beams, or cubes) are used in various construction projects; they help to determine the quality and strength of concrete used on…