The Point of Your Role
Abstract
Greg and Fred discussing the professional role of a quality and reliability engineer within an organization.
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SOR 795 The Point of Your Role
SOR 794 The Term Risk Management
The Term Risk Management
Abstract
Greg and Fred discuss the concepts and words surrounding reliability management, risk management and enterprise risk management.
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RM 104: A Conversation about ESD Flooring with Thomas Ricciardelli
A Conversation about ESD Flooring with Thomas Ricciardelli
Modern electronics assembly has seen so many changes over the years. In today’s era of IOT, the electrification of vehicles, the explosion in the use of bottom terminated components, the increasing implementation of electronics into harsh environments have all contributed to the increasing complexity and difficulty of building electronics. While so much has changed, there are some things that have remained the same.
One such thing is the need for ESD control. There always was and continues to be the challenge of protecting components from the dangers of static electricity. My guest today is Thomas Ricciardelli, Founder and CEO of SelecTech, a manufacturer of ESD flooring for the electronics assembly industry.
Tom is also the Chairman of the Flooring Committee of the EOS/ESD Association. Tom earned a Masters in Chemical Engineering from MIT and an MBA from the MIT Slone School of Management and today, he’s my guest on the podcast.
Contact Info:
Thomas Ricciardelli
Founder and CEO
SelecTech
tricca@selectech.com
www.selectech.com
QDD 075 Getting Use Information without a Prototype
Getting Use Information without a Prototype
There is a lot of use information about a new product concept that we can develop, even if we don’t have an engineering prototype. We want this information especiallybefore we start prototyping!
We talk about what type of information we can gather and a stepwise approach to get it with our cross-functional team.
SOR 793 Putting Reliability Plans Together
Putting Reliability Plans Together
Abstract
Chris and Fred discuss how we create a ‘reliability plan.’ It is not simply a list of tools …
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MM S5:E04 Andrew Black
Andrew Black
Innovation can often be a mysterious thing. How do we go about bringing widespread innovation to our teams, organizations, and even entire industries? Who is responsible for innovating? How do we change people’s minds who may be resistant to new ideas? Andrew Black is the Director of Innovation at the Port of Halifax and the Executive Director of the Port’s innovation lab, the PIER. Join Andrew and Ryan for a revealing conversation about how to democratize innovation in asset-intensive industries and learn how you too can take part in creating waves of change.
SOR 792 Overcoming Resistance
Overcoming Resistance
Abstract
Chris and Fred discuss how we overcome cultural resistance to ‘good’ things – like better reliability engineering. Is it possible?
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RM 103: SMT Assembly Equipment for Low Volume Applications
SMT Assembly Equipment for Low Volume Applications
Today, we’re going to talk about low-volume electronic assembly. We all know who the “big players” are when it comes to solder paste printers, pick and place machines, reflow ovens and other assembly equipment. But what choices does one have if they need to produce low-volumes of electronic assemblies such as prototypes and other low volume applications?
Let’s face it, most assemblers can’t justify a multi-million-dollar production line for low volume production. One solution may be to outsource the production to a contract manufacturer but there are specific circumstances which may prevent that. In today’s episode, we’ll review some of the equipment options for low-volume SMT production and we’ll see if the barrier to entry for in-house assembly is lower than one might think. My guest today is Ed Stone.
Ed is a sales manager at Manncorp, a provider of SMT assembly equipment for the EMS industry. Manncorp was founded 55 years ago back in 1967. Just imagine how much our industry has changed over the past 55 years! I’d love to say Ed has been there from the beginning, but I think the company is a little bit older than Ed.
Ed Stone’s Contact Info:
estone@manncorp.com
www.manncorp.com
QDD 074 Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Supplements Test
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Supplements Test
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is not a substitute for product test.
It can be used as a supplement to design and test.
There are lots of ways to use it during design: to evaluate differences in prototype options, as test inputs, and even to help with root cause analysis.
We talk about FEA and when to work with Quality Engineers and Reliability Engineers for next steps.
Being a Great Reliability Engineer
Being a Great Reliability Engineer
podcast episode with speaker Fred Schenkelberg
What is it that makes the difference between good and great related to reliability engineers? What is the magic element that separates those who can carry out tasks such as facilitating an FMEA or designing and analyzing an ALT from those who impact an organization’s culture? A good impact that improves the organization’s ability to create reliable products.
MM S5:E03 Ramesh Gulati
Ramesh Gulati
There’s been an ongoing discussion in our industry about the weight that formal education, hands-on experience, and, more recently, certifications carry in developing one’s career. Is a formal degree necessary or can you learn everything you need to know on the job? How important are industry certifications in building your resume? Ramesh Gulati is back on the show to share his thoughts on how to navigate the different paths to building a career in maintenance and reliability. Listen today!
SOR 791 Approaches to Systemic Change
Approaches to Systemic Change
Abstract
Dianna and Fred discussing a listener question about approaches to systemic change. How can we make systemic changes into the way people go about their work? They talk about change management and work culture.
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SOR 790 Necessity of Collaboration
Necessity of Collaboration
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Dianna and Fred discussing the many forms that collaboration can take and ways to approach collaboration as a way to successfully work with others to solve a problem. ᐅ Play Episode
QDD 073 2 Lessons about Remote Work for Design Engineers
2 Lessons about Remote Work for Design Engineers
Cross-functional teamwork is so important for product design. Our team is integral in understanding all of our customer’s needs: internal and external customers.
Remote work and social distancing have affected how we do our work, and how we communicate with our cross-functional team. Now, we’re starting to get back into “normal’ routines.
There are important lessons learned about the way we work. We talk about just a couple of perspectives that could affect how design engineers work.
SOR 789 Reliability of Produce
Reliability of Produce
Abstract
Kirk and Fred discussing about a subject that is quite different from electronics and systems, that is the degradation of fruit and vegetables and prevention of aging or preservation of fruit.
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