Coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and software
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Retrofit package upgrades manual, automatic
CMMs Offering compatibility with leading CMM software packages such as Aberlink 3D, Axel, PowerInspect, Virtual DMIS, Camio and Capps, Deva CMM products are available in retrofit package.
News from Deva Electronic Controls, Apr 21, 2006
Optical CMM measures complex airfoils, blisks
In extensive trials comparing conventional CMMs using tactile and optical scanning, the Steintek optical CMM achieved the shortest measurement times without any detrimental effect on accuracy.
News from Steintek, Mar 29, 2006
CMM allows styling models to be made 60% quicker
An automotive plant's existing 26m, four mast, horizontal arm CMM system has been upgraded to CNC for measurement and milling of models from CAD data.
News from ITP, Mar 21, 2006
CMMs perform in-line vehicle body shell inspection
Two CMMs has been integrated into the Vantage sports car production line to perform the 100% inspection, measuring approximately 400 points inside and outside every body shell.
News from LK, Feb 21, 2006
Retrofit service updates software on CMMs
Carl Zeiss offers a retrofit service, incorporating a series of interfaces allowing the installation of its industry leading software on to non-Zeiss CMMs and other measuring equipment.
News from Carl Zeiss, Metrology Division, Feb 20, 2006
Software operates fixed and portable CMMs
Having CMM control software that operates a fixed-table CMM and a portable measuring arms brought considerable savings to an aircraft ground support equipment manufacturer.
News from LK, Jan 16, 2006
CMM retrofit gives big productivity boost
When faced with increased production at a construction products manufacturing facility the company also had to measure more features, in the same amount of time, than ever before.
News from Renishaw, Jan 12, 2006
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CMM's scanning platform offers high accuracy
A completely redesigned bridge-type CMM features a next generation scanning platform, offering levels of accuracy normally associated with articulating or active scanning technology.
News from Carl Zeiss, Metrology Division, Jan 9, 2006
Portable CMM moves and takes up less space
A large manufacturer of precision standardised components for use in injection moulding and die-casting tools finds portable CMM the most versatile and best choice.
News from Faro UK, Jan 9, 2006
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Affordable CMM also reports metrology results
Affordable, high accuracy co-ordinate measuring machine provides straightforward inspection solutions for customers requiring quick, accurate measurement of parts and reporting of the results.
News from LK, Dec 22, 2005
Small CMMs have high acceleration
Two small air-bearing CMMs - offered as 'entry' machines or a second machine for extra capacity - have an accuracy of 3.5+4L/1000, and acceleration of up to 1730mm/s2.
News from Sheffield Measurement, Dec 5, 2005
Software speeds automotive inspection
Latest version of computer-aided inspection software offers increased 'plug-in' support for optical measurement, arm-mounted scan heads and integration with the Faro 'Laser Tracker'.
News from Geomagic, Dec 5, 2005
Automatic CMM is twenty times faster
Used in small machine shops and big manufacturing plants, this CMM verifies part quality up to 20 times faster than manual methods, checks machine tool set-ups and streamlines process control.
News from Sheffield Measurement, Dec 5, 2005
Shop-floor CMM is affordable and rugged
CMM brings inspection performance suitable for the shop floor and the inspection department and has volumetric accuracy up to 0.0065mm and repeatability up to 0.002mm.
News from Sheffield Measurement, Dec 5, 2005
CMM designed for shop floor environments
Bring the quality control department right out onto the shop floor by using a small gantry-like CMM that has excellent vibration damping characteristics and dimensional stability.
News from Hexagon Metrology Europe, Romer, Nov 24, 2005
CMMs offer high precision and productivity
CMMs that are precise, reliable, high-productivity, cost-effective systems also offer superior operating flexibility for continuous scanning and point-to-point inspection.
News from Hexagon Metrology Europe, Romer, Nov 24, 2005
High precision CMM offers high speed too
High-precision, high-speed coordinate measuring machine combines the accuracy of a laboratory measuring device with high speed and much higher acceleration.
News from Hexagon Metrology Europe, Romer, Nov 21, 2005
CMM oftware modules expand EMS further
Expanding on the concept of Enterprise Metrology Solutions, software modules for CMMs expedite programming and extend capabilities to other types of measurement equipment.
News from Hexagon Metrology Europe, Romer, Nov 14, 2005
Portable CMM changes arm lengths in minutes
Portable CMM is a modular system that combines two different, quickly changeable arm sizes in one single equipment, thus allowing the best accuracy/volume ratio.
News from Hexagon Metrology Europe, Romer, Nov 14, 2005
CMM builder's partnership programme expanded
CMM builder LK's partnership program now includes integration to the products of statistical analysis and reporting software company, Q-DAS and allow future expansion of SPC functionality.
News from LK, Nov 14, 2005
Complex moulds measured much quicker
Powerful new solutions for the die and mould industry to be shown at Euromold show include enabling technology to allow highly accurate, ultra high speed five-axis scanning measurement on CMMs.
News from Renishaw, Nov 7, 2005
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Portable CMM used on jigs and production
A portable CMM with Delcam's PowerINSPECT inspection software is used by an automotive parts maker to design, build and calibrate fixtures to locate and scribe lines for drilling locator holes.
News from Delcam, Nov 4, 2005
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CMM copes with production environment
To improve the manufacturing process of axle housings, a Tier One supplier selected a CMM to withstand temperature fluctuations, vibrations and shop floor dirt.
News from Carl Zeiss, Metrology Division, Oct 17, 2005
Versatile measuring head offered for DCC CMMs
Gyro dynamic measuring head for DCC co-ordinate measuring machines offers a compact and versatile measurement solution that is adaptable to suit multiple applications.
News from Renishaw, Oct 6, 2005
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Carl Zeiss's new sub-contract measurement service
Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology (IMT) has unveiled a number of new products, including a sub-contract measurement service and a series of interfaces.
News from Carl Zeiss, Metrology Division, Oct 3, 2005
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