Quality Control Processes

Jesse Garant & Associates Metrology Center provided a brief animated view of various computed-tomography scanning analysis systems.

After 10 years of dependable service, an updated version of the popular ADS (Advanced Diagnostic System) has now been launched by Leine & Linde and is available from Heidenhain Corp.

A second item in the Look Ahead section of the October 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine covers an automatic, scalable component-testing system that combines acoustic and functional testing.

Auto parts manufacturer Mann+Hummel reaps the benefits of optical scanning.

The new ND 120 QUADRA-CHEK metrology digital readout (DRO) from HEIDENHAIN is designed specifically for manual measuring machines such as optical comparators and measuring microscopes.

One of the Look Ahead items in the September issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine features a robotic fiber laser machine without a working optical fiber in which the laser beam is integrated in the robot.

The Look Ahead column features an economical "structured-light" scanner for inspecting parts.

Look Ahead features an on-demand, integrated adaptive control

An industry veteran examines the top 10 issues for maintaining and enhancing quality control in parts manufacturing.

More shops and builders are remotely monitoring machine tools, which quickens maintenance and repair.

Sunnen Products Co. announces the availability of optional, large-readout electronic indicators on its entire range of dial bore gages.

END USER: Mitchel & Scott Machine Co., (317) 684-8247, www.mitchelgroup.com. CHALLENGE: Provide 100 percent inspection of internal thread pitch and depth and numerous external dimensions for two high-volume automotive parts. SOLUTION: Automated vision inspection and thread verification systems. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Compass Automation, (847) 426-6696, www.compass-automation.com