Inspection & Metrology Equipment

OmniSurf 5.0 from Digital Metrology Solutions is software for analyzing surface profile data. Featuring a new interface and dozens of new features, the company says it is a complete toolbox for analyzing data from roughness measurement instruments.

Novelis Inc. has produced the first coil on the cold mill at its $5 billion aluminum recycling and rolling plant in Bay Minette, Alabama. "Producing the first coil on the cold mill is an important step in commissioning Bay Minette and increasing the supply of rolled aluminum in the United States," said Steve Fisher, president and CEO of Novelis.

Nidec Machine Tool America (NMTA) offers the RoboCam inspection solution. RoboCam is NMTA’s robotic camera solution for automated gear cutting tool inspection. Powered by artificial intelligence, the system evaluates cutting tool condition. RoboCam helps manufacturers improve efficiency while optimizing tooling performance and maintenance operations.

Delivering accurate and repeatable machining processes is the foundation for curbing inspection expenses.

The GI-307 High-Speed Inspection System from General Inspection, LLC (Gi) combines 360 degree dimensional metrology with 360 degree visual defect detection. Utilizing a gravity-fed V-track system, the unit synchronizes seven high-resolution cameras with a patent-pending sequenced lighting technique to provide an unobstructed profile view of each part.

General Inspection, LLC (Gi), a leader in high-performance fastener sorting technology, is pleased to announce the successful commissioning of the GI-307 High-Speed Inspection System at four major fastener manufacturing facilities across the United States. This strategic rollout underscores a growing industry shift toward highly accurate, 100% automated quality assurance in high-volume production environments.

The ForceMaster spindle drawbar pull-force tester from Rego-Fix tests proper machine tool spindle drawbar pull-force, which is an important aspect of overall spindle preventive maintenance and performance. With more than a dozen available adapters, ForceMaster works on virtually any machine tool spindle interface.

Gi-300 inspection systems from General Inspection, LLC feature laser gauging, on-track vision and super eddy-current. Laser gauging ensures comprehensive dimensional analysis and precise measurements of OD features, including lengths, diameters, radii, and threads.

This VisionLab-150 3D Fastener Gauging System from General Inspection LLC. features patented 3D gaging technology that the company says provides complete part dimensional inspection in less than 5 seconds. The machine can perform 360-degree dimensional inspection with detailed data reporting, plus options to provide 360-degree visual defect detection, end-view inspection, and measure recess depth and recess concentricity.

Werner Lueken of ZOLLER introduces their latest CNC tool‑inspection system, unveiled during the company's 80th‑anniversary celebration in Ann Arbor.

Hexagon's Manufacturing Intelligence's Autonomous Metrology Suite, which was developed on Hexagon's cloud-based Nexus platform, is designed to transform quality control across manufacturing industries worldwide. By removing coding from CMM workflows, the company says it helps manufacturers speed-up critical R&D and manufacturing processes as experienced metrologists become harder to find.

The Gi-100DT inspection system from General Inspection LLC is equipped with a total of six cameras providing complete dimensional inspection, internal and external visual defect detection, and top and bottom surface inspection for a full range of turned aerospace collars.