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An Alternative to Custom Hard Gaging for Measuring Small Precision Parts
With a stable granite structure and an air bearing motion system, the rugged and industrialized QVI FlexPoint high accuracy flexible gaging system from Optical Gaging Products replaces uses a touch trigger or scanning probe sensors to measure small precision parts and eliminate the investment in custom hard gaging.
Automatic 3-Axis CNC Measurement of Small Parts and Features
Ideal for fast, high precision measurement of very small parts and features, the QVI SparkMVP fully automatic 3-axis CNC dimensional measurement system from RAM Optical Instrumentation combines a compact, reliable measurement platform with a high resolution fixed-lens optics system and Measure-X software to configure the magnification and field-of-view size for optimal performance on each measuring application.
Rapid Metal Analysis Reduces Shop Downtime
Ideal for metal fabrication and machining of parts used in the aerospace, automotive, medical, military, scientific and general industrial sectors, the Watson XRF Handheld Metal Analyzer from Tribogenics performs reliable positive materials identification of metal alloys in seconds, with onboard calibration and cloud reporting of results.
Advanced Tool Presetters Reduce Setup Times
Economical Microset UNO and VIO Series tool presetting equipment from Haimer streamlines tool setting processes, reducing setup times by as much as 70 percent to minimize idle time and increase machine utilization.
Manufacturing Jobs Return to the U.S.
For the first time in decades, more manufacturing jobs are returning to the United States than are going offshore.
Hexagon Acquires VIRES
This deal strengthens their simulation platform for delivering an intelligent ecosystem that uses 3D mapping and other sensor technologies to make safe, autonomous vehicles a reality.
Easy, Fast and Precise 3D Measurement for Wide-Ranging Tasks
The COMET L3D 2 sensor from Zeiss quickly delivers precise 3D data of components even in difficult ambient conditions, automatically recognizes changes in vibration and exposure, and offers high-end technology for exceptional data quality with maximum ease of use.
Precision Tools and More for Motorsports
Starrett not only provides mechanics and technicians on the racing circuit with high precision tools, they also support the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour.
In-Process Grinding Gauge for Smooth Part Monitoring
The flat, compact P1dME gauge amplifier from Marposs mounts inside the operator panel of any grinding machine or as a stand-alone unit for continuous measurement that assures part production stays within tolerance and the machining cycle is optimized based on the amount of stock being removed.
Advanced Tooling and Workholding Increase Shop Productivity
Tsudakoma NC rotary tables, Alberti angle heads and lathe tools, and Elbo Controlli tool presetters from Koma Precision provide zero backlash, improve cycle times, conserve energy and reduce operating costs.
Place-and-Press Inspection Systems
Keyence features their XM-1200 Handheld Probe CMM, a 3D measurement system that bridges the gap between hand tools and CMMs. Also on display will be their IM-7000 Instant Measurement System and the VHX-6000 Digital Microscope.
All-in-One PLCs Offer Greater Flexibility to Small Applications
New I/O configurations in the Unitronics Samba product family from CPU Automation include self-contained PLCs with onboard I/O and integrated HMI that provide powerful PID loops, data logging, recipes, an alarm management system and advanced communications control for small applications.
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