Measuring/Inspecting

Kyocera Unimerco say its product range of measuring tools is very extensive. On the company's webshop, visitors will find examples of the various types of measuring equipment.

Sensofar Metrology has announced two new measurement technology features, as well as a hardware add-on, for its existing S line 3-in-1 surface metrology systems. Continuous Confocal refers to a proprietary measurement technique that represents a revolutionary step in confocal measurement technology. With Continuous Confocal, Sensofar has developed a confocal technique that utilizes a continuous Z-axis scan.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence announced its GLOBAL S coordinate measuring machine (CMM) platform. The Global S measuring solution is the initial offering in Hexagon's Enhanced Productivity Series (EPS) featuring smart technologies, such as user experience (UX) enhancements, measurement software and advanced “green” options.

The Thermo Scientific Explorer 4 Analyzer with MQA software now offers improved throughput for analysis of nonmetallic inclusions in steel. The platform is a fourth-generation scanning electron microscope (SEM)/x-ray spectroscopy (EDX) for industrial manufacturing.

Balance Systems' Top Gauge Absolute (TGA) helps to improve precision and efficiency in manufacturing processes through an accurate measuring of workpiece diameter.

Several new features have been added to Mahr Federal's Millimar C1200 Digital IC amplifier, increasing its application range and user security. The new functions include dynamic measurement capability, enhanced display tolerance viewing and password protection for the setup menu.

A wireless crane scale that features a bluetooth handheld indicator which can operate at up to 300 feet away and has a bright, high-contract display is being introduced by Alliance Scale Inc. The Alliance/CAS Caston II Plus crane scale and TWN hand-held indicator let users stand safely away from the heavy load and control operations and view results on a high-contrast 320 x 240 TFT LCD display.

Phillips Precision Inc. rounds out its Inspection Arsenal quick-swap fixturing to include a system for all common inspection equipment. Create a lean, standardized process across all inspection equipment with Loc-N-Load plates and workholders from Inspection Arsenal.

Spectro Scientific has introduced Version 8 of its SpectrOil Series analyzers. The new capabilities are included in both the SpectrOil 100 series and SpectrOil M series for the elemental analysis of oil, fuel, coolant and water. SpectrOil technology measures trace quantities of elements dissolved or suspended as fine particles in natural or synthetic petroleum-based products.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence launched the latest addition to its range of laser tracker systems. The Leica Absolute Tracker AT403 offers enhanced portable metrology performance, and presents significant improvements in terms of speed and ease of measurement, according to the company.