International system of units overview
The first in a series of articles about the metric system from Dr. Edmund Isakov.
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Gaging & Precision Inspection Systems
Blue laser technology: setting the standard in on-machine tool measurement
The new NC4+ Blue system is designed to help machine shops across many industries
CT scanning changes the game in metrology
The ability to peer inside machined parts allows metrologists to make better decisions faster.
Automated inspection takes flight
The next generation of in-line inspection instrumentation is in development for aerospace and other industries.
Rapid, robust and flexible tool setting with the Renishaw NC4
Non-contact laser tool setting systems use a beam of laser light passing between a transmitter and a receiver. Positioned correctly these systems can also be used to measure geometry and detect broken tools.
Jenoptik opens new North America technology campus
On June 15, officials from the Jenoptik board of directors, the city of Rochester Hills, Mich., Oakland County and the state of Michigan, gathered at the company's new facility in Rochester Hills to mark the grand opening. The building covers 100,000 sq. ft. on a 16-acre campus. Half of that acreage will be devoted to the production of laser cutting systems and automated gaging solutions for the automotive industry in North America.
TriMet Consulting Launched to Serve Manufacturers’ CNC, CMM Programming Needs
TriMet Consulting, Wichita, Kan., has announced the launch of its consultancy to serve the growing number of manufacturers who want on-demand, expert-level CNC programming, CMM programming and other 3D data-driven services for industrial design-to-inspection applications. The company says it has assembled an "A-team" of industry advisors with market knowledge and hands-on expertise in manufacturing and metrology applications. TriMet Consulting has industry connections with top tier OEMs, a mastery of industry best practices, and an experienced team to deliver superior programming results for CNC milling applications and CMM inspection routines.
Manual inspection of round cutting tools provides benefits
Automated inspection equipment can offer advantages, such as enabling lights-out machining, but manual methods are typically less expensive and can provide quicker results. One example is a manually operated gage for inspecting round cutting tools.
Airing differences
Around for more than 100 years, air gaging is a mature technology that still has a place in modern shops.
Mahr Federal to feature new MarShaft SCOPE 250 plus at Mfg4 2016
Mahr Federal, Providence, R.I., will feature the MarShaft SCOPE 250 plus and MarCator Wireless Digital Indicators at Mfg4 2016, which is set for May 3-5 at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, Conn. Look for Mahr Federal at booth No. 1605.
Haimer: Easier to find edge with new 3D sensor
The 3D-Sensor New Generation from Haimer USA LLC builds on the success of its predecessor, the Haimer Universal 3D-Sensor, according to a Haimer USA blog post dated Jan. 12. The 3D-Sensor New Generation reportedly features enhanced mechanics, a compact and easy-to-grip casing, and a large 1/100mm dial gauge with two easy-to-read hands.
From hard gaging to noncontact
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