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Big Kaiser’s Level Master Wireless device levels machine tool tables
- Mar 16, 2018
- Product Release
Big Kaiser offers Level Master Wireless, a high-precision device for the levelling of machine tool tables. The unit adds wireless connectivity to enable levelling information to be read from a separate display device. The detector supports an accuracy of up to 0.01mm/1m and allows simultaneous...
Renishaw SFP2 surface finish measurement probe increases REVO system capability
- Mar 15, 2018
- Product Release
Renishaw has introduced the SFP2 surface finish measurement probe for use with its REVO® 5-axis measurement system on CMMs. The probe increases the surface finish measurement ability of the system, which offers a multisensor capability providing touch-trigger, high-speed tactile scanning and...
Creaform wins 2017 Good Design Award in Japan
- Jan 18, 2018
- News Release
Creaform, Lévis, Quebec, a provider of 3-D measurement systems, has won the 2017 Good Design Award in Japan for its optical CMM technology and 3-D scanners, which include MetraSCAN 3D, HandyPROBE Next, and C-Track. The award is hosted by the Japan Institute of Design Promotion, with products being...
Heidenhain Specto ST 3087 RC length gauge measures in harsh environments
- Jan 5, 2018
- Product Release
Heidenhain has introduced the Specto ST 3087 RC length gauge, designed for measurement applications in harsh environments, such as metal cutting production areas. Its IP67-level ingress protection allows parts to be measured directly at the grinding, cutting, or forming location. The gauge has a...
Machine tool health important to stay productive
- Jan 3, 2018
- Article
While some shops view PM strictly as downtime, others realize that it’s just another one of the many actions necessary to keep part quality high.
L.S. Starrett HVR100-FLIP benchtop vision system functions in vertical or horizontal orientation
- Dec 29, 2017
- Product Release
The L.S. Starrett Co. has introduced the HVR100-FLIP, a large-field-of-vision benchtop vision measurement system that can be used in either a vertical or horizontal orientation and has a high-resolution digital video camera and minimal optical distortion for measurements of up to 3.65 in. The...
Slater Tools go/no-go gauge eliminates process variations
- Dec 28, 2017
- Product Release
Slater Tools has introduced a new line of go/no-go gauge sets for customer-specific applications. The full range is designed and engineered to inspect parts for machining process variations such as form size, twist, and tool wear. The gauges are made from oil-hardened M2 high-speed steel and are...
Olympus NDT Canada opens complex in Quebec
- Dec 15, 2017
- News Release
Olympus NDT Canada has opened a new office and manufacturing complex in Quebec City. The $29.5 million facility unites the company’s services and personnel under one roof, enabling it to better respond to production demands and optimize its R&D activities in support of its portfolio of industrial...
Renishaw observes dual events with tours, demonstrations, and presentations
- Dec 14, 2017
- News Release
Renishaw Inc. celebrated its 40th anniversary and the opening of its new Solutions Center in West Dundee, Ill., during a two-day Innovation Fest in October. The 133,000-sq.-ft. building, 40 miles from Chicago, will serve as the company’s North American headquarters. It features dedicated...
Metrology system measures roughness, contours
- Nov 24, 2017
- Product Release
Jenoptik Industrial Metrology has introduced the Hommel-Etamic wavemove, which is capable of measuring roughness and contours. It has eight fully automatic CNC axes to measure both roughness and contours in a single measuring run, recording as many data points as necessary. The workpiece can be...
3-D metrology system suitable for large-scale parts
- Oct 13, 2017
- Product Release
Creaform offers the MaxSHOT Next™, an optical coordinate measuring system for large-scale metrology projects. It is suitable for those involved in product development, manufacturing, quality control, and inspection in many industries. This technology offers the highest measurement accuracy and...
Micrometer features built-in wireless technology
- Oct 4, 2017
- Product Release
Mahr offers the Micromar® family of micrometers that use the same wireless data transmission capability as the company’s MarCal™ digital calipers and MarCator digital indicators. The Micromar 40 EWRi is a full-feature micrometer that incorporates functions such as tolerance indication and hold...
Measuring system improves efficiency
- Sep 21, 2017
- Product Release
Mitutoyo Canada offers Quick Vision Active, a CNC vision measuring system. It is an easy-to-operate, space-saving model with advanced functionality to meet diverse needs, according to the manufacturer. The company also provides the Quick Image non-contact 2-D vision measuring system. It is a new...
Digital microscope checks dimensional accuracy
- Sep 20, 2017
- Product Release
Keyence Canada has released the VHX-6000 digital microscope. This tool’s multilighting capabilities enable surface features to become clear. Changing and applying the illumination setting multiple times is no longer required. Keyence Canada * 888-539-3623 *...
Grid encoder tests accuracy of CNC machines
- Jul 27, 2017
- Product Release
Heidenhain has released the KGM 281 grid encoder for accuracy testing of CNC machines. It is available with a measuring range of Ø 5.5 in. and an increased accuracy of ± 1 µm. The unit’s grid plate with phase grating has an optical measuring standard. It is embedded in a two-piece aluminum...
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