Ballbar Systems

In the manufacturing process, ballbar systems are used to verify the positioning performance of NCN machine tools, evaluating a machine’s production accuracy to extend the life of the machine’s components and improve overall accuracy. A ballbar utilizes an indicator on the end of a telescoping rod, which is moved by machine in a circle around a central point in a machine, commonly a machining axis. The indicator is then able to measure radial deviations in the central point, along with other data points such as geometric inconsistencies and axial delays.

Ron Akers, TWIIST, transducer, Gefran, linear position transducer, CANopen fieldbus and IO-Link output capabilities, mobile and industrial hydraulic applications, Tapan Mody

New Contactless Linear Position Transducer is a Game-changer

Gefran introduces TWIIST, which features a unique helical magnetoelectronic design that allows it to take multiple measurements simultaneously, with a focus on operator safety.

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New Contactless Linear Position Transducer is a Game-changer

Gefran introduces TWIIST, which features a unique helical magnetoelectronic design that allows it to take multiple measurements simultaneously, with a focus on operator safety.

ZEISS METROTOM, Exact Metrology, Inc., METROTOM 1 CT Scanner, in-house metrology measurements, GOM Volume Inspect, perform a trend analysis, compare the captured 3D data

Achieve Zero Defects with Innovative Measurement and Inspection Solutions

Uncover hidden defects before downstream processes are impacted with the latest 3D scanners, powerful software packages and portable measurement devices.

Greg Kordalski, KES Machine LLC, Renishaw, XM-60 XM-600 multi-axis calibrators, Krzysztor Siergiejczyk, XK10 alignment laser system, Jeffrey Seliga, CMM, Renishaw ML10 laser system, QC10 ballbar

Machine Repair Specialist Expands Services with Renishaw Multi-axis Calibrators

KES Machine LLC’s investment in Renishaw’s XM-60 and XM-600 multi-axis calibrators enhances its services by quickly obtaining data to provide high-quality services.

hardness testing, B.O.S.S., AMETEK Newage, Brinell testing, metal hardness testing, AMETEK Newage Testing Instruments, Brinell Optical Scanning System, B.O.S.S., Brinell method, Brinell Hardness Number, AMETEK Newage, B.O.S.S system

Brinell Optical Scanning System Software Optimized with a More Intuitive Interface

AMETEK Newage Testing Instruments has launched the improved B.O.S.S. system, which virtually eliminates operator influence on testing.

Portable Metrology

Taking measurements at ground zero on the machine or the shop floor is the name of the game, and here are some of the latest portable metrology systems that can provide those competitive capabilities.

Learning New Tricks with Ballbar Analysis

Advanced ballbar testing enables this semiconductor component supplier to achieve better-than-new machine tool accuracy and extend machine life for unconventional silicon processing.

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In-line CT Delivers Real-time Quality Feedback on the Production Line

German luxury automaker BMW uses CT scanning for engine housings of every single one of its advanced iX model EVs.

KUKA Robotics, vision systems, robot vision systems, 2D robotic vision systems, 3D robotic vision systems, KUKA.VisionTech, optical character recognition, Roboception, 3D cameras, KUKA.SmartBinPicking, AI, CADMatch

Vision Systems Let Robots See What They Are Doing

Before manufacturers add vision capabilities, they should consider what their systems must contribute to production operations and select technology that fully meets those needs.

3D Systems’ Geomagic, Hexagon, laser scanning, Design X, Control X, Freeform, Wrap, 3D scan, Norbert Hanke

Hexagon Acquires Inspection and 3D Modelling Software Capabilities from 3D Systems

Hexagon recently announced the acquisition of 3D Systems’ Geomagic suite of interoperable software packages, which are used to create high quality 3D models from multiple sources, including laser scanning.

Emergent Vision Technologies,high-speed GigE Vision cameras

Eyes on Accuracy: Advancements in Video Inspection Eliminate Errors

Video inspection systems allow your shop to take an in-depth, closer look at your products to improve quality control.

AI Photogrammetry, Artec 3D, Artec Studio 19, 3D data capture, Art Yukhin, scanners, LiDAR, laser, and structured light scanners, software, Artec Micro II, Artec Ray II LiDAR data, metrology

New 3D Data Capture and Processing Software Features AI Photogrammetry

Artec 3D now offers Artec Studio 19, an all-in-one software solution for 3D scanning, processing, reverse engineering and quality inspection.

Bill Obras, REGO-FIX, Omega TMM, ORIOBN, powRgroup, tool holding system, presetters, presetting technology, shallow-tapered collets, toolholder-to-collet and collet-to-tool shank interfaces, collets, milling, drilling, vibration damping, clamps, ER collet

New Partnership Results in Innovative Presetting Solution

REGO-FIX partners with Omega TMM to create the ORION powered by REGO-FIX – a tool measuring machine using REGO-FIX’s powRgrip tool holding system with Omega TMM’s presetting technology.