Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Laser Measurement",
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 Touch probe added to non-contact measurement from
Nikon UK, which we summarised at the time by saying "Adding a touch probe for 3D contact measurement to non-contact optical and laser measurement makes this system a truly compact multi sensor machine, said its supplier".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Measurement machine switches between sensors from
OGP UK: "Measuring machine provides full 4-axis part measurement using a combination of video, touch probe, micro-probe and optional laser independently in the same set-up".
In September 2007, we covered the news from Unison
concerning its 'Breeze Angle-Sure' laser system
- take a look at Thick-walled 'exotic' alloy tubes bent correctly
which says: "A novel metal 'springback' laser measurement, in-process correction system ensures tubing in thick-walled 'exotic' alloys are bent correctly first-time in all-electric tube bending machines".
Take a look also at the news release from Renishaw, Compact laser interferometer has portability,
as well as CMMs retrofitted with laser scanning probes from Laser Design,
and Laser measurement improves cutting and welding from Faro UK.
See also:
News on the Laser measurement from Faro UK
(June 2007)
Falk PLI Engineering and Surveying has bought a Faro Technologies' Laser Tracker to assist in the dimensional verification of metalworking processes
Module solves tube bending 'spring-back' problem
(June 2007)
A laser measurement module, for all-electric tube bending machines, dynamically measures the accuracy of bend angles and overcomes the differences in material 'spring-back' from batch to batch
Laser triangulation measurement for machine vision
(June 2007)
Firstsight Vision has developed a laser tool for measuring the height of objects in machine vision applications using triangulation
Laser trackers have expanded temperature range
(May 2007)
Faro Technologies has introduced the Laser Tracker X and Xi models which feature an expanded temperature range for greater adaptability to harsh manufacturing environments
Free seminar on sensors in manufacturing
(May 2007)
SICK is offering free places on a technology seminar discussing how sensors can revolutionise manufacturing operations at the National Space Centre in Leicester on the 12th June
Tube benders use laser measurement system
(January 2007)
Servo control and laser measurement feature on 'most accurate ever' tube bending machines to bend tubes of up to 6in diameter
Hemispherical lenses are made from sapphire
(December 2006)
Edmund Optics offers hemispherical lenses made from sapphire
3-D laser scanning probes integrate with CMM
(December 2006)
Laser Design has selected the FARO Technologies line of FaroArm portable CMMs, to integrate with its new SLP line of 3-D laser scanning probes
Machines straighten, camber structural steels
(November 2006)
Bending of large steel beams and profiles is no longer a somewhat difficult and time consuming process using a range of innovative multi-functional machines
Software enhances laser interferometer measurement
(August 2006)
Software package enables real-time, high-resolution dynamic motion analysis of linear or angular positioning accuracy, velocities, accelerations and vibrations for laser interferometer measurements
Precise laser trackers resist harsh environments
(July 2006)
Laser tracker devices offer 0.015mm and 0.005mm distance accuracies and also feature an expanded temperature range for greater adaptability to harsh manufacturing environments
News on the LMS400 Laser Measurement System from Sick (UK)
(May 2006)
Using a patented frequency signal Processing measurement process a laser measurement system provides precise and rapid control of automated pick and place gripper equipment
News on the Touch probes, laser measurement from Renishaw
(April 2006)
Touch probe used to inspect machined parts, achieved process control through inspection, reduced manual set-up and inspection time, reduced scrap, and reduced dynamic and inertia errors
Success with process control, quality management
(April 2006)
Shanghai Yawa Printing Machinery is the first Sino-foreign joint venture in the Chinese printing machinery industry, specialising in the manufacture of printing, packing and post-press equipment
Upgrade offered for laser system users
(November 2005)
Renishaw, a leading supplier of laser calibration systems, is offering a special upgrade package to existing users of older Hewlett Packard HP5528 and HP5529 laser systems
News on the Scalable laser measurement sensors from Omron Electronics
(October 2005)
Scalable laser measurement sensors with CMOS technology delivers sub-micron accuracy and are available in a wide range of different sensor heads offering sensing distances from 10mm to 350mm
Swedes see innovative position feedback encoders
(September 2005)
A range of encoders will be highlighted at Scanautomatic, Sweden's only industrial automation and process automation exhibition, being held in Stockholm
Laser measurement of turbine blade pitting
(August 2005)
Accurate measurement of pitting on turbine blades is now possible using the LaserGauge System available in the UK only from Luton-based QGS
Portable laser gauge on line at auto maker
(August 2005)
Land Rover has put into development the GapGun3 portable laser gauge to enhance vehicle build process and geometric quality
Analyse motion systems with laser accuracy
(July 2005)
The increasing miniaturisation and competition in miniature and micro-component industries, allied to huge increases in demand, have placed severe demands on process accuracy
Laser measurement device plugs quality gap
(June 2005)
GapGun3 is the latest version of a UK-designed instrument that uses laser triangulation technology to take multiple calculations across complex geometries, bringing automation, speed and accuracy
Accuracy, reliability determined balancer choice
(May 2005)
Accuracy, reliability and cost-effectiveness are the core attributes that influenced a machine tool supplier in choosing a supplier of wheel balancers for its re-manufactured grinding machines
Hand-held laser speeds up joint gap checks
(May 2005)
Hand held non-touch laser measuring device will help automotive and aerospace manufacturers to take gap and flush measurements quicker, more accurately and more reliably
News on the Balancing, vibration control and laser measurement from Schmitt Europe
(April 2005)
To promote balancing, vibration control and laser measurement systems to a world-wide audience, as complete website is produced in seven languages, including Turkish and Russian
News on the Balancing, vibration control and laser measurement from Schmitt Europe
(February 2005)
Recently-enhanced system brings the balancing of grinding machines to new levels of accuracy - achieving results to within 0.02 microns at speeds from 300 to 30,000 rev/min
Vibration website is also in Russian and Turkish
(January 2005)
Balancing and vibration control systems specialist has underlined its commitment to international markets by launching its website, in Russian and Turkish, as well as in English, German and Italian
Advanced industrial laser measurement to be shown
(September 2004)
Advanced industrial laser measurement, alignment and surface roughness gauging systems will be showcased in Italy for the first time at the forthcoming BIAS international trade show
Agreement sets up on-site measurement services
(September 2004)
Visioneering UK has entered into an agreement with Faro UK to provide on-site measurement services for manufacturers in a wide range of industries, using Faro's latest technology Laser Tracker
Bring the metrology problems to Inspex
(August 2004)
Visitors to the Heidenhain stand at the UK's forthcoming INSPEX exhibition can enquire about a 'Partner Network' of gauging companies and bring drawings/parts to discuss metrology solutions
Quality Checking With Lasers
(August 2004)
In-line quality checking with lasers is now helping manufacturers to improve quality. This article describes the trend in laser measurement systems technology
Subcontract measurement service moves and expands
(July 2004)
The move to a new, purpose-built facility has enabled the expansion of UK Midlands-based subcontract measurement facilities that include dimensional, form and profile inspection
Multi functional tachometer does not make contact
(June 2004)
An intrinsically safe, multi functional tachometer for non-contact laser measurement of rotational or linear devices offers choice of rev/min, rad/sec and metres, feet, or yards/min or yards/sec
Multi-function centre integrates IT and MT
(April 2004)
Multi-function mill-turning centre integrating IT and manufacturing technology to enable the organisation of turning, milling and drilling operations in a single set-up
Laser measures welded pipeline and wins award
(April 2004)
OMC and Technip Offshore UK have won the 2004 Subsea Pipeline Technology Award of the Pipeline Industries Guild in recognition of the significant contribution made by laser measurement system