Inspection and Measurement
Shopfloor Optical 3D Measuring And Digitizing System
CogniTens,Ā a divisionĀ of Hexagon Metrology,Ā introduces theĀ Optigo product line ofĀ versatile optical 3D measurement systems based on white-light stereo vision technology. The system is a manually operated deviceĀ that provides high accessibility to measured objects such as dies, large sheet metal parts, assemblies and car bodies.
Read MoreIncreased Accuracy And Portability For Measuring Arms
Multi-axis, computer-aided measuring arms offer accuracy comparable to a CMM in a portable design. A new version of such an arm is said to be the first 8-foot measuring arm that can achieve an accuracy of 0.0007 inch.
Read MoreDirect Edge Finding Via Laser
A laser edge finder offers a direct method for locating workpiece edges that can save setup time.
Read MoreOptical Measurement Keeps Pointe Precision Sharp
With increasing demand for strict tolerances, this manufacturer of medical and aerospace componentsĀ needed a measurement system to ensure that critical part dimensions and features met customer specifications. Starrett's HD400 optical measuring system both met accuracy requirements and reduced inspection times.
Read MoreSoftware Tool Optimizes Probe Paths
Wilcox Associates, the developer of the PC-DMIS family of Enterpise Metrology Solutions, offers AutoPath, a software tool designed to reduce part-programming labor and optimize probe paths for fast, safe measurement cycles. TheĀ optional add-on to PC-DMIS can reduce programming time for CMMs and other measurement devices such as portable arms, vision systems, multi-sensor devices and probe-equipped CNC machines, the company says.
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