Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Gauges",
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 One mobile module works with any gauge from
MicroRidge Systems, which we summarised at the time by saying "One module can be used by a roving inspector to capture measurements from any digital gage and RS-232 device just by changing the cable".
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 Huntingdon Fusion Techniques
concerning its Resistance welding monitors
- take a look at Resistance welding monitors ensure quality
which says: "It is essential that the equipment installed to produce resistance welds is continuously and accurately monitored using gauges which measure the welding force applied to the joint".
Take a look also at the news release from Mahr Federal, USB ready gauge features high accuracy,
as well as Metrology catalogue includes specifications from Mahr Federal,
and Toolholding developments shown at training days from Gewefa UK.
See also:
Brass parts machining costs reduced by 15%
(November 2007)
Subcontacting machinist reports that it has achieved a 15% cost reduction in machining a family of brass components by using a CNC mill-turn centre and recommending a small design change
Touch probe has radio signal transmission
(November 2007)
A compact, high accuracy touch probe with radio signal transmission, offers all the benefits of automated job set-up, and measures complex 3D part geometries in all sizes of machining centres
Optical tube measuring system reduces costs
(October 2007)
An optical tube measuring system, TubeInspect, from Aicon 3D Systems, is helping to improve product quality and reduce costs at Swedish automotive supplier Ekenas Mekaniska
Cylindrical grinding developments shown
(October 2007)
Two cylindrical grinding machine developments offer precision universal grinding and a modular system that can combine conventional and high speed grinding processes
Double column digital height gauge
(October 2007)
Moore and Wright has introduced a high quality version of the double column digital height gauge, available in 300mm and 600mm capacities
Heavy-duty whirling attachment with motor
(October 2007)
A heavy-duty whirling attachment driven by its own, high power motor, to thread-whirl components like self-tapping bone screws and surgical implants, has been introduced by Geo Kingsbury
Full materials testing equipment display at K2007
(October 2007)
See a comprehensive selection of PC-controlled materials testing machines from Lloyd Instruments on Stand D03, Hall 11 at K'2007, to be held in Dusseldorf, Germany, from 24-31 October
Tensile, compression, tear, peel testing
(October 2007)
Instruments for tensile, compression, tear, peel, friction and flexure testing for the plastics industry will be exhibited by Lloyd Instruments at a forthcoming exhibition
Bore gauges measure internal grooves
(September 2007)
Accurate bore gauges that stand up to the rigors of shop-floor use are able to deliver exceptional accuracy and repeatability, when measuring critical plain bores and internal grooves
Roadshow underlines measurement's importance
(August 2007)
The UK's Gauge and Tool Makers' Association will be holding a 'Make Measurement Matter' metrology roadshow at RAF Cosford near Telford, UK, on November 14
Non-contact tool setting system introduced
(August 2007)
German metrology manufacturer will show a non-contact tool setting system, touch probes, tool length setting probe and software for in-process workpiece measurement at a UK GTMA event
News on the Sylvac Hi-Cal range of height gauges from Bowers Metrology UK
(August 2007)
High specification electronic height gauge carries out different measuring tasks including step heights, internal/external diameters and centre-line distances
Miniature sensors apply to testing machines
(August 2007)
Supplier of miniature sensor products now offers a range of force and pressure sensors, load cells, transducers and accelerometers for testing systems and monitoring
Pattern maker rises to general engineering
(July 2007)
An aggressive and forward looking strategy of engineering development and company acquisition has established an integrated engineering group covering design and development through to production
Programmable weight indicator is 40% faster
(July 2007)
Claimed to be 40% faster than other units, a networkable, programmable weight indicator can monitor up to eight scales simultaneously - static or in-motion weighing applications
One non-contact unit checks mill and turn tools
(July 2007)
For users of CNC mill-turn centres, one non-contact tool setting system is now available for setting the tool length and radius for milling and turning tools
System inspects tube bending 100%
(July 2007)
Automatic 100% inspection of bent tube components can be carried out in high volume production and the system transmits set-up and correction data to the tube bending machines
Laser gauge cuts fuselage measurement time
(June 2007)
The LaserGauge system from Quality Gauging Systems has cut the time taken to 'simulate' the radome interface on a Eurofighter fuselage, from 2.5 hours to just 15 minutes
Modular issue and return system for tool equipment
(June 2007)
Toolvend has introduced the LockerBoss system, a modular issue and return system with a bank industry-standard keypad locking mechanism
Optical and electrical strain gauge signals
(June 2007)
HBM's EasyOptics module for the catmanAP enables users to acquire and visualise signals from optical and electrical strain gauges and compare measurements
Easy-to-use coating thickness gauges
(June 2007)
Bowers Metrology has launched the CV-CG200 range of coating thickness gauges with a choice of sturdy handheld units with integrated probes for F or N, or FN applications
Battery-powered, accurate digital pressure gauges
(June 2007)
Impress Sensors and Systems has announced the 'Baroli' range of battery-powered digital pressure gauges, which can replace inaccurate mechanical gauges
Compression testing of fibre-reinforced plastics
(June 2007)
Zwick has developed the Hydraulic Composite Compression Fixture to test carbon-fibre-reinforced plastics and glass-fibre-reinforced plastics
Portable CMM for production floor efficiency
(May 2007)
The FaroArm developed by Faro Technologies is lightweight, portable and makes measuring different parts as simple as opening a file or importing a CAD file
Battery gauges and chargers for long life
(May 2007)
Manufacturer of battery gauges and chargers, Curtis Instruments, can advise customers on the best ways of monitoring and maintaining batteries
CNC multi-spindle lathe back-works parts
(May 2007)
A 52mm bar, multi-spindle automatic lathe has a simultaneous reverse-endworking attachment using a scara unit with a double pivoting arm to present the workpiece to four driven and/or static tools
Seven pole mini plug connector for low voltage
(May 2007)
Stahl's miniCLIX plug connector series has been extended with a 7-pole version (6 poles + PE for AC signals)
Wet differential pressure transducer
(May 2007)
RDP Electronics has designed the HLZ wet/wet differential pressure transducer to provide accurate measurement with extremely high line pressure
Five-pole connector for sensor applications
(May 2007)
Harting has introduced a 5-pole M12 connector designed for sensor applications where five connections are involved
Video measuring machine improves hand tools
(April 2007)
Stanley Tools' European test laboratory in Rotherham, UK has purchased an OGP 'SmartScope ZIP 250' video measuring machine, including a maintenance and servicing contract to improve tool quality
Possibly the smallest gauging probe in the world
(April 2007)
Solartron, worldwide supplier of metrology probes, has announced what it claims to be the smallest gauging probe family on the market, the DZ Series
Video metrology systems: a discussion
(April 2007)
William R Gilman, vice president of North American sales for Optical Gaging Products, discusses video metrology systems, used in manufacturing to verify and validate part dimensions
Integrity Seal System reduces film packaging waste
(April 2007)
There is a growing trend in encouraging organisations to reduce the amount of packaging associated with their products
Most popular precision gauges
(April 2007)
Mahr Federal has produced a catalogue detailing over 50 of its most popular precision gauges called 'Precision gauges, Best Sellers Guide'