Laser Scanners Demand Attention as Technology Improves October 7, 2019 Metrology-grade laser scanners are expanding their range of applications. New users are finding the main attractions of laser scanners—speed and ease of use. What prevented more widespread use in the past were laser scanners’ perceived tradeoffs. Using one usually meant sacrificing accuracy or working with noisy data.
Automating Measurement on the Shop Floor August 13, 2019 It’s amazing what you can learn at a trade show. Editor in Chief Alan Rooks was reminded of this at the recent EASTEC show. He reflected on his visit with Joe Stanford, vice president, engineering and applications support for Applied Measurement Solutions LLC, Bristol, Conn., the largest metrology distributor for The L.S. Starrett Co., Athol, Mass.
Mahr Inc. Opens Midwest Regional Customer Center in Wixom, Mich. July 19, 2019 Mahr Inc., a global manufacturer of precision measurement equipment, will host a grand opening of its new Midwest Regional Customer Center July 25-26.
Structured Vision in Manufacturing April 4, 2019 Structured light systems measure surfaces by projecting a pattern of fringes, then using cameras and sophisticated software to convert them into point clouds of metrology data. Accuracy can reach the single-digit microns over millions of points.
7D Kinematic Metrology Acquires iGPS Dynamic Tracking Business from Nikon March 31, 2019 Canadian based 7D Kinematic Metrology Inc., has acquired Nikon Metrology’s iGPS dynamic tracking business. The closing of the transaction is expected to take place on March 31.
Robotics, Automation Could Support Sustainable Development December 22, 2021 Advanced technology can be used to create sustainable solutions and tackle world poverty.
Adaptive Manufacturing Key to Thriving Amid Volatility December 16, 2021 An adaptive manufacturing strategy gets every team essential to a product’s success communicating and collaborating in real time.
Easy Setups with Automated On-Machine Probing December 7, 2021 Machine operators can replace time-consuming manual setups and gauging with the precision of digital metrology through a conversational CNC interface.
Bay County, FL receives Foreign Direct Investment Certification January 7, 2022 Bay County received a welcomed award at the September 21st Commission meeting.
OSB giant understands value of digital thread is not TBD November 30, 2021 How the digital thread increases visibility of upstream and downstream workflows.
