Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Digital Readout",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Precision bench gauge is flexibly configurable from
Bowers Metrology UK, which we summarised at the time by saying "A bench gauge system solved a measuring problem for a precision mould maker as the extremely flexible gauge can be configured for many internal and external measuring tasks to micron
accuracy".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Measuring probes set tools, measure parts from
NCMT: "CNC machine tool manually operated measuring probes will be introduced for tool length setting, datuming and component measurement at MACH 2008".
In December 2007, we covered the news from Newall Measurement Systems
concerning its DP900 digital readout
- take a look at Powerful DRO has dynamic tool position display
which says: "A very powerful digital readout unit for manual lathe and milling machine applications offers dynamic tool position display and 4-axis (linear and rotary) simultaneous readout".
Take a look also at the news release from ACI (UK), DROs improve rotary table efficiency,
as well as Save on diamond grinding/lapping waste from Engis (UK),
and DRO and CNC systems firm joins GTMA from GTMA.
See also:
Accurate sub-micron capable bore gauge
(May 2007)
Bowers Metrology has announced the Ultima range of sub-micron capable bore gauges, which accurately measure bore sizes from 1 - 300 mm with a choice of resolutions up to 0.0001 mm
Powerful digital readout system at low cost
(April 2007)
Measurement and control specialist ACI (UK) has announced the one-/two-/three-axis Anilam Wizard 411 digital readout (DRO) system, an entry-level DRO with powerful functionality
CNCs, DROs give easy students' programming
(April 2007)
A university engineering department didn't want students spending hours lwriting programs, so it sought machine tool control systems that allowed quick and easy programs development
Positioning indicators are clear and accurate
(March 2007)
Elesa's Clayton brand of positioning indicators has a reputation for clarity, accuracy and robustness - their PW12 does not disappoint
Compact vertical saw raises panel accuracy
(March 2007)
Compact vertical panel saw brings total accuracy and squareness in panel cutting so that a panel manufacturer can produce a quality end product
Trade-in offer made on digital readouts
(February 2007)
CNC systems maker, Heidenhain, has extended its GBP 200 DRO trade-in offer, which covers any make of DRO system and in any condition
Process viscometers certified for combustible dust
(February 2007)
Hydramotion's Intrinsically Safe XL7-15x series process viscometers are now available certified to ATEX Ex II 1GD for use in hazardous atmospheres
Battery pressure and temperature data logging
(February 2007)
The Leo Record Pressure Data Logger is a battery powered compact instrument which can store up to 57,000 readings of pressure and temperature in its non-volatile memory
Retrofit digital readout distributor sought
(February 2007)
Heidenhain Digital Readout is searching for a new retrofit distributor in the North London and Home Counties territory following the relocation of Promtech Services
Linear encoder will improve DRO operation
(January 2007)
For use on manually-operated machine tools aided by digital read-out systems, a linear encoder ensures high quality signals are mainted throughout the encoder's life time
Infrared analyser for antioxident inhibitor in oil
(January 2007)
Monitoring the degradation of the antioxidant in transformer insulating oil can result in substantial savings by extending the service life of the oil and by slowing down transformer aging process
Dial gauge pressure calibration maintains ISO9000
(January 2007)
When costs are running high in order to maintain ISO9000 adherence for calibrating pressure gauges used on production machinery, a precision digital manometer can help
Show visitors can win a watch
(October 2006)
Visitors to Productivity Partnerships, being staged at 600 Centre will have the chance to win one of the latest Citizen watches in a free draw
DRO and CNC control systems on show at event
(October 2006)
ACI (UK) will be displaying a comprehensive array of its world-leading CNC and DRO systems at Productivity Partnerships, 14-16 November at 600 Centre, Shepshed
Infrared spectrometer for trans-fatty acid
(October 2006)
Effective January 2006, nutritional labels on foods were to include the trans-fatty acid content
Sample stage makes analysis and cleaning quick
(September 2006)
The growing trend towards alternative fuels has resulted in increased biodiesel production to blend with diesel fuel - typically 20% biodiesel to 80% diesel fuel
Heavy duty CNC lathe suits oil and gas work
(September 2006)
A heavyweight flat bed eight station VDI turret combination lathe, with a massive 800mm swing over the bed and a 170mm large bore that is ideal for oil and gas industry type applications
Metrology amplifiers have background-lit display
(September 2006)
Metrology amplifiers with background-lit LCD display have five three-color status lamps that indicate warning and tolerance limits, and two features can be displayed simultaneously
Vertical panel saw improves quality
(September 2006)
An award-winning kitchen equipment company has improved its panel-sizing efficiency by installing a one man-operated vertical panel saw, which has eradicated damage to veneered panels
News on the Digital readout systems from Newall Measurement Systems
(September 2006)
Subcontract machinist, RS Tooling, has deployed DRO systems to help ease-of-use, efficiency and repeatability on large, manual lathes including a 10ft bed, 48in swing DSG lathe
Amplifiers include background-lit display
(August 2006)
Amplifiers include background-lit displays for improved visibility, are more compact than previous Mahr Federal models and two features can be displayed simultaneously
News on the C-based digital readout with USB connection from DigiBall Division of L R Petrie
(August 2006)
A PC-based digital readout with USB connection interfaces compatible ball-type linear encoders to a PC, laptop or notebook - and interfacing to glass-scale linear encoders will follow
Compact manual vision system is affordable
(August 2006)
An affordable, compact manual vision system features live video camera feed and automatic edge detection via the new Metronics QC300 Digital Readout, high quality optics
Fixture enhances digital cap torque testing
(August 2006)
The versatility of digital container cap torque testers has been further enhanced by the introduction of a fixture that accepts containers with up to five litres capacity
Heavy duty CNC lathe suits oil, gas industries
(July 2006)
For oil and gas industry applications a heavy duty flat bed eight station VDI turret combination lathe - up to 4m between centres - has Fanuc 210i-TA CNC with six programming methods
Innovative DRO systems revamped
(July 2006)
Measurement and control specialist ACI (UK) has revamped its innovative digital readout system portfolio with three new additions to its Acu-Rite, Anilam and Metronics Quadra-Chek ranges
Precision CNC toolroom lathe works manually too
(July 2006)
A compact precision toolroom lathe has full CNC, but can also be operated manually - the machine's distance between centers is 18in, cross-slide travel is 8in and spindle speed is 0-3000 rev/min
CNC lathes' controls have enhanced simulation
(June 2006)
Latest CNC lathes feature Fanuc OiTC conversational programming based control which includes enhanced 3D graphics simulation and are an ideal platform for novice operators to program
Waterjet cutting shown with intensifier
(June 2006)
A high rail gantry style CNC water jet cutting system demonstrated a high-powered intensifier pump, latest motion controller and a DRO for multi head positioning
Third axis for low end DRO range
(June 2006)
ACI (UK) has introduced a new level of simplicity and affordability to 'low end' digital readout (DRO) technology by adding third axis functionality to its highly successful Acu-Rite 100S DRO
New range of digital readout systems
(May 2006)
A new to market range of Digital Readout systems is now available from digital-caliper, a web site owned and operated by central England engineering components distributor Jade Products Rugby
Budget-priced lathes and millers introduced
(May 2006)
A budget priced series of turret millers and lathes, with prices starting at GBP 4950 for a milling machine are fitted with European bearings and electrical components, and all have CE approval
News on the ND 780 digital readout (DRO) system from Heidenhain (GB)
(May 2006)
Latest digital readout system for milling and turning machines has LCD screen and is available with 2- or 3-axis capability - without any price penalty over the 2-axis model that it supersedes
DRO suits milling, turning or grinding machines
(April 2006)
A user-friendly and cost-competitive digital read-out product can be supplied as a 2- or 3-axis unit for milling, turning or grinding and has graphics to guide through simple question routines