Measuring & Inspection Systems

The new Beta LaserMike Z-Mike Pro from NDC Technologies is the next evolution of the off-line part measurement system for metrology applications. The new Z-Mike Pro sports sleek, modern styling and is ready for service under Industry 4.0 with expanded connectivity, communication and control capabilities.

The requirement for strict specification and acceptance of all automotive parts and components has greatly increased in recent years. Screw thread inspection is no exception. The common practice of eddy current probes, lasers, proximity sensors or vision systems are only partly successful as they only inform you of the presence of a thread, not if it's correct or within tolerance. The unique low-cost SMAC solution enables you to automatically check various screw thread parameters.

Mitutoyo America Corp. announces the release of the new M2 2D Processor. The M2 2D Processor will be available as part of a new package with the PH-A14 comparator.

ZOLLER Inc. introduces the new ZOLLER »venturion«, a premium presetting and measuring machine for all kinds of tools. The »venturion« is made from the finest components to ensure ZOLLER users have a reliable machine to preset and measure all their tools for years to come.

Pinpoint Laser Systems announces the release of its latest laser alignment accessory, the 2-Inch Transparent Receiver, for receiving laser signals to achieve machinery and equipment alignment.

BIG KAISER Precision Tooling Inc. has added the Dyna Contact to its product offering. The ceramic taper gage allows inspection of machine spindle tapers at a glance.

Tobii Pro announces a new analytical tool: Tobii Pro VR Analystics, which allows eye-tracking studies to be conducted within 3D virtual reality (VR) environments. The tool integrates into Unity environments and comes with automated features for visualizing and measures what a user sees, their interactions and navigations within a simulated world.

Uniform color means high quality and therefore is an essential QC criterion. The spectro2guide spectrophotometer from BYK-Gardner represents the next step in the evolution of color measurement.