5 Essentials of a Quality Control Checklist [eBook]

by John Niggl on 4 Jan 2017 | 2 Comments
Download this free eBook to gain access to insight from QC professionals with more than 15 years of experience in the industry. And at 20 pages with more than a dozen photos and excerpts from actual QC checklists, this eBook is one of the definitive references on the subject.

Topics: Product Inspection, Quality Control Checklist

China’s Awful Manufacturing Safety Record

by Matthew Milasius on 1 Jan 2017 | 0 Comments
This week on Best in Manufacturing, learn about China’s awful manufacturing safety record, a new packaging system, solar energy’s affordability, Chinese lessons about globalization and stopping China counterfeits!

Topics: Best in Manufacturing, Social Compliance, Globalization

InTouch 2016 Roundup

by John Niggl on 31 Dec 2016 | 0 Comments
As 2016 comes to a close, we’re looking back at some of this year’s best manufacturing and QC content from InTouch. We’ve rounded up a list of the top five articles published on our blog based on their popularity within the manufacturing community.

Topics: Best in Manufacturing

A Checklist for U.S. Customs

by Matthew Milasius on 25 Dec 2016 | 0 Comments
This week on Best in Manufacturing, learn about a U.S. customs checklist, 2017 manufacturing trends, remaining competitive in global manufacturing, trusting IoT data and graphene Silly Putty!

Topics: Best in Manufacturing, Legal Requirements, Globalization, Internet of Things (IoT)

5 On-Site Product Tests for Garment Inspection

by Crystal Ge on 21 Dec 2016 | 0 Comments
Incorporating product tests in your garment inspection benefits importers and suppliers alike. These simple on-site tests can help you make sure your clothing orders are up to your standards before they're shipped to your customers.

Topics: Product Inspection, Textile Products

Infographic: Big Data’s Effect on Manufacturing

by Matthew Milasius on 18 Dec 2016 | 0 Comments
This week on Best in Manufacturing, discover an infographic about big data in manufacturing and learn about subcontracting risks in China, manufacturing job losses, a CEO's take on the state of manufacturing and intellectual property vs. 3D printing!

Topics: Best in Manufacturing, 3D Printing, Internet of Things (IoT)

4 Sewing Stitches Used in Manufacturing and Their Benefits

by Matthew Milasius on 14 Dec 2016 | 3 Comments
When you're manufacturing a garment, it's important to know which stitch is best for your product. You can make your garment inspection more effective by learning about the different sewing stitches and how to evaluate them.

Topics: Textile Products

The Human Obstacle to Robotic Automation

by Matthew Milasius on 11 Dec 2016 | 0 Comments
This week on Best in Manufacturing, learn about human resistance to automation, smart operations vs. Six Sigma, how Trump might affect the supply chain sector, supplier quality management and an innovation in organic electronics!

Topics: Best in Manufacturing

How to Comply with Legal Requirements for Clothing Labeling

by Vicky Yu on 7 Dec 2016 | 34 Comments
Your clothing isn’t considered finished after the last stitch is sewn. You need proper clothing labels in order to export your order to your customers or you run the risk of it being unsellable.

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice, Legal Requirements

The Intersection of Human Factors and Advanced Manufacturing

by Matthew Milasius on 4 Dec 2016 | 0 Comments
This week on Best in Manufacturing, learn about human factors in the future of manufacturing, China's reaction to a Trump trade war, cameras for QC, a new certification for QC professionals and the benefits of holes in wearable electronics!

Topics: Best in Manufacturing

4 Critical Quality Controls For Cosmetics Packaging