Measuring & Inspection Systems

Coordinate measuring machine OEM AIMS Metrology has introduced a virtual calculator designed to help manufacturers find out in “real time” just how much money they will save with a Renishaw REVO 2 5-axis scanning probe. The company designed its flagship CMM, the Revolution LM, around the REVO 2 which is equipped with an RVP vision probe. The RVP provides noncontact vision measurements on a 5-axis platform with infinite positioning.

A new line of foot load cells that can add accurate weighing capability to bins, conveyors, hoppers, tanks and virtually any other platform has been introduced by Alliance Scale Inc.

BIG KAISER introduces the Base Master Red, a high-precision touch sensor that rapidly determines workpiece offsets and tool lengths, and the Base Master Mini, a thin, compact tool offset sensor.

The new Version 7 of the LaserNet 200 comprehensive particle analyzer series from Spectro Scientific provides extensive analysis of particles in lubricating and hydraulic fluids. Compared to earlier releases, the new series increases particle counting range up to 10 million particles/ml without dilution, and includes a new set of ferrous particle measurements that gives users new insights into the progress of machine wear.

Marposs has enhanced its gauging solutions for grinding machines with new electrical gage actuators. As compared to former hydraulic and pneumatic solutions, this electro-mechanical system provides better control of the process, as well as significantly reducing maintenance time and costs.

Vision Engineering announces the launch of the Camβ, a portable, hand-held magnifier for magnification on the go. The simple, easy-to-use magnifier will take over from its predecessor, the CamZ.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence announced the Leica Absolute Scanner LAS-XL, a new ultralarge-scale portable laser scanner. Designed for industries and applications where both speed of measurement and metrology-level accuracy are indispensable, the expanded measurement field and point acquisition rate of the LAS-XL means large parts and surfaces can be quickly and fully digitized.

Mitutoyo America Corp. announces the release of the Quick Image CNC (QI-C), the latest addition in the Quick Image series of 2D vision measuring systems. The Quick Image series of telecentric lens-based 2D video inspection systems has expanded the lineup to include three new models with a moving stage.