Inspection & Quality

DWFritz Automation introduces Zero-Touch, a recently patented noncontact multipurpose metrology platform. Zero-Touch is a highly configurable system that simultaneously captures multiple 3D dimensional measurements in a fraction of time compared to traditional coodinate measuring machines.

Rocklin Manufacturing, Sioux City, Iowa, has a long and storied history that began in 1934 during the height of The Depression. Just 8 years later, founder I.J. Rocklin moved the company to a uniquely constructed, two-story brick building built in 1912. Now, after a massive restoration effort that began in 2016, the company once again is calling this historic building home.

Eight years after the launch of the first ROMER Absolute Arm, Hexagon's Manufacturing Intelligence division has unveiled its new Absolute Arm range. A ground-up redesign has seen one of the world's most recognizable portable measuring arms modernized to meet the needs of today's metrology users, with a key focus on improved usability and versatility without compromising on speed and accuracy.

The effective use of prototypes can lead the way to continuous improvement.

Industry 4.0 is often referred to as "Smart Manufacturing," where technology enables interconnectivity for machines and manufacturing software and systems. It also provides big data, increased visibility and remote access to manufacturing assets. The rush towards Smart Manufacturing, which drives manufacturers to connect their systems to the IoT, has led to an inviting number of security gaps that are easy targets for hackers.

The L.S. Starrett Co. has introduced a range of digital electronic Indicators conforming to true AGD (American Gage Design) Group 1 dimensions, providing the ability to replace traditional mechanical indicating applications in the smallest AGD size specification class. Starrett 2700 electronic indicators are the first digital gages to match true AGD Group 1 dimensions (1.70"/ 43mm diameter).

Measuring and gaging are two distinct forms of dimensional inspection. Measuring is a direct-reading process, in which the instrument incorporates a continuous scale of units, against which the part is compared directly. Examples of measuring instruments include steel rules, Vernier calipers and micrometers.

By 2020, 5G is expected to be the standard for mobile communications. It will provide transfer rates of up to 10,000 Mbps of data and allow many devices to operate simultaneously

Combining software, sensors and robotics enables companies to provide both speed and volumetric accuracy in QC

The "continuous" in continuous improvement means just that: It never ends. So unattainable perfection is not the goal, ongoing progress is

Learn the main differences between continuous remote monitoring and wireless route-based monitoring to help you choose the right type for your business.

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.