Camio 6.1 speeds up preparation for CMM inspection

Metris has brought out Camio 6.1, multi-sensor CMM software for fast measurement preparation and high-throughput inspection.

Off-line programming now includes full CMM machine and probe simulation with faster and more powerful collision-detection that guarantees ready-to-run DMIS part programs.

In environments where multiple CMMs are used, productivity rises drastically when a single Camio seat is used to create part programs for use in high-throughput inspection mode on CMMs of different brands, types and sizes.

Full CMM simulation guarantees ready-to-run off-line part programs.

Powerful off-line programming in Camio 6.1 now features advanced collision-detection that increases efficiency by up to 50 per cent while covering the entire inspection setup.

Full 3D simulation of CMM operation, including probes and even rotary tables, ensures that DMIS part programs arrive at CMMs ready-to-run - with no prove out required.

Full CMM simulation is available for bridge and horizontal arm CMMs from Metris LK and C3 as well as other CMM brands.

Camio's advanced collision-detection intercepts axis-violation risks and potential collisions with the machine structure and the part.

The rotary-table simulation capability is an integral part of collision detection, supporting three and four-axis modes for indexing and continuous tables.

The software can create performance-optimised collision probe models with user-defined safety criteria.

The new Machine Launch feature allows multiple CMM environments to be programmed from a single Camio 6.1 seat.

This enables a part program to be setup once and adapted with minimum effort for CMMs of different make and type.

This allows manufacturers to more efficiently make use of their CMM installations, effortlessly adapt existing part programs for new CMM equipment or easily share CMM programs with suppliers.

A single click is sufficient to change the CMM configuration and adapt the program in Camio.

Each configuration has a unique folder structure that supports efficient management of individual CMM environments.

The CADfast module allows Camio users to work at any time with the latest native CAD formats and versions, including Catia V5 R19 and Solidworks 2008.

This is crucial for CAD-driven part programming, as CADfast guarantees maximum CAD consistency.

Camio supports touch-trigger three- and five-axis analogue scanning as well as the full range of Metris laser scanners, in a transparent manner.

User-friendly programming tools integrated into Camio 6.1 offer optimised laser-scanner motion paths for the automatic inspection of features.

Camio includes enhanced reporting capabilities for curves, surfaces, spheres and profiles.

Upgrading from Camio versions prior to Camio v6 brings impressive inspection-cycle reductions, with its embedded production mode for repetitive inspection scenarios.

Depending on sensor and feature characteristics, Camio's production mode can reduce times by 25 per cent.

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