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2+ Months’ Free Access to Production Monitoring, Metrology Software
Hexagon supports manufacturing professionals working from home with access to its smart manufacturing solution portfolio. The HxGN SFx | Asset Management is offered at no charge for customers and non-customers till at least June 30; online learning resources are also available.
Skills-Building Metrology Training Now Complimentary Through June 30
Verisurf Software is offering comprehensive access to its Verisurf University to anyone who wants to expand their employable skillset while the coronavirus continues to keep many at home. Course subjects include Inspection, CMM Programming, Reverse Engineering, and Guided Assembly.
Quality and Reverse-Engineering Tips During Social Distancing
Exact Metrology offers practical ways to maintain safe, effective production in the workplace. Maintaining a six-foot distance from others as well as frequent hand-washing and device sanitizing are critical.
Where to Find Federal Funds to Buoy Your Small Business
Until the light emerges at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel, SBA funding options may give small manufacturers the financial life rafts they need to weather the storm. Additionally, the federal government addresses 8 common challenges small businesses may be wrestling with.
Control and Optimize Rotary Axes Performance in Real Time
Parallelism of the axis of rotation and accuracy of its center are fundamental characteristics for a machine tool with rotary axes to properly function. AxiCheck software from Marposs enables users to quickly correct errors that could impact the workpiece and conduct proactive maintenance.
3D Printing Dashboard Empowers Production Manager, Runs on Most Brands
As 3D printing of metal parts increases, Sigma Labs launches PrintRite3D Production Series to speed up design, development and execution during the present worldwide virus crisis. Its Production Dashboard and AI-driven metrics provide real-time, actionable information during the production process.
Industry 4.0 Quality Control Tool for Small Manufacturers
Data analysis isn’t just for large companies. Argolytics’ Trendable software is an easy, cost-effective way to collect and analyze measurement data that can be used to improve product quality and throughput by refining manufacturing processes.
Automated EMC Test System for Both 5G Frequency Ranges
The TS8996 RSE from Rohde & Schwarz uses the company’s Elektra EMC test software, which has been upgraded with measurement and calibration routines for 5G development and compliance tests. The system enables fully automatic emission measurements on wireless communication equipment.
Prevents Machine Damage by Monitoring Spindle Elongation
With four monitoring modules, the Artis GEMDS system from Marposs provides real-time feedback on spindle characteristics that’s critical to avoiding out-of-tolerance parts. The system easily integrates into existing controls, network environments, and Industry 4.0 solutions.
Spindle Optimization to Prevent Drawbar Failure and Downtime
Monitoring drawbar force is fast and easy with JM Performance Products’ ClampForce gage. With gage heads available in four ft/lb configurations, the gage is sold as a complete kit in a heavy-duty toolbox.
High-Accuracy Ring Encoder Resists Contamination
The Heidenhain ERM 2203 is ideal for contaminated environments and applications that don’t require an optical encoder’s accuracy level. The magnetic ring encoder retains the 200 µm signal period, but with approximately 30% less graduation error.
CT Scanner Produces 3D Data, Fine Details of Light Metal Parts
Exact Metrology is distributing the German-made GOM CT scanner in the U.S. In addition to controlling the device, the scanner’s software analyzes and provides high-resolution internal as well as external component geometries in 3D.
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