AIMS Metrology CMM Technology Delivers Data to Propel Growth

AIMS Metrology will demonstrate its turnkey five-axis coordinate measuring machine (CMM) systems and single source software platforms at booth 3251 at Eastec 2023.

AIMS’ Revolution Series five-axis CMMs provide the metal fabrication market with multisensor inspection and intelligence-gathering tools. The OEM says its Revolution Series Summit 10.10.10, LM and HB provide accurate, flexible 3D inspection of small to large in-process and post-process parts on the shop floor, in the lab or in an automated cell.

Exclusively supported by Renishaw’s five-axis probe systems and open-source platform technology, the company says the LM, HB and Summit 10.10.10 deliver the power, accuracy and throughput companies need to meet production demands. AIMS’ lab-grade LM offers multisensor capabilities with Renishaw’s Revo-2 delivering measuring speeds up to 500 mm/second and data collection rates of up to 4,000 points per second for increased part throughput. The mobile HB, fitted with Renishaw’s 5-axis PH20, can be placed on or near a production line to provide dimensional verification and process flow monitoring in real time. The Summit’s large part inspection capacity (40" from left to right, top to bottom and front to back) can accommodate Revo-2’s RVP vision and SFP2 surface measurement. AIMS’ designs are intended to minimize wear and tear for less maintenance and use 110/220 volt outlets, reducing the need for shop air.

“We’re a single source provider that builds and assembles our CMMs in the U.S.,” says Mark Gearding, AIMS co-owner and vice president. “We have an in-house service group and application team that allows us to customize the CMM to a job shop or fabricator’s needs. That includes programming, custom holding fixtures, tooling, automation, service and support.”

Software options, including MODUS, CMM Manager and Verisurf, give customers additional flexibility to strengthen data collection.

“We’re seeing more and more applications where a turnkey system from a support perspective is the best solution,” Gearding says. “Our five-axis CMMs, coupled with the right software package, are helping job shops and fabricators implement an Industrial Internet of Things model where integrated measurement technology can effectively contribute to more efficient manufacturing processes through connectivity. Multisensor inspection requirements will continue to grow in order to adapt to ongoing product changes. We are one of the few OEMs that can provide a true shop floor turnkey package along with the service and support.”

AIMS’ aftermarket service and support technicians partner with manufacturers to help maintain uptime. Machine retrofits and refurbished equipment are also available. AIMS is ISO/IEC 17025:2017 certified for calibration services by the ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board.