Measurement
How to Make a Surface Plate Into a Gage
Surface plates provide a stable reference surface on a large scale, enabling multiple gage setups, but they can also be turned into a gage themselves.
Read MoreProbing for Setup and Lights-Out Machining — The One-Person Shop Episode #2
Automatic measurement on the machine tool speeds efficiency by day and safeguards capacity at night for a small machine shop.
WatchPreparing SQC For Machinists and Future Requirements
The current complexity of machines means machinists are already busy — assigning them new, expanded SQL duties (such as gage identification) will require gages and processes to prioritize accessibility.
Read MoreIs Wireless Data Collection a Cultural Choice?
Untethered digital inspection tools are easier to justify for those who are willing to hold themselves accountable and improve for improvement’s sake.
Read MoreAllied Machine Expands Wohlhaupter Boring Tools Offered with Digital Readout
Allied now offers Wohlhaupter digital tools that have an external 3ETECH digital display for micro-precision adjustment. The display works with all Wohlhaupter tools.
Read MoreImplementing Digital Shop Floor Metrology
In a recent webinar with MMS, Michael Creney, Mitutoyo America’s vice president of product management, outlined the benefits of digital shop floor metrology and delivered tips for adopting it.
Read MoreHigh QA and Verisurf Form Integration Partnership
The companies have partnered to provide an integration solution that is designed to streamline shopfloor quality inspection workflows.
Read MoreGeorge Schuetz Receives 2021 ASQ Hromi Medal
George Schuetz, director of precision gages at Mahr Inc. and MMS columnist, has been awarded ASQ’s 2021 Hromi Medal to recognize his contributions to metrology.
Read MoreMarposs Adds to Family of Optical Measuring Solutions
Marposs’ OptoFlash XS60 is suited for fasteners and medical implant inspection. It’s capable of 360-degree analysis of machined and plastic parts.
Read MoreMitutoyo, API Announce Reseller Agreement
The agreement enables Mitutoyo to distribute API metrology products across its worldwide network.
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