Quality assurance

Gaging System
The Equator is capable of fast comparative gaging for inspection of high-volume manufactured parts. With the capability of changing parts in seconds, it is suitable for flexible manufacturing processes or accepting parts from multiple machines. Based on a scaleable and adaptable parallel kinematic structure, Equator allows high-speed scanning and rapid moves between features, while retaining stiffness that delivers point-to-point repeatability. These systems are available with two levels of software, a programmable version for production engineers to create DMIS programs and, a shop floor system, which allows programs to be executed but prevents modifications. Both software levels include MODUS Organizer operator front-end software, allowing engineers to create gaging routines for any part.

Also on display is the Tonic compact optical encoder, the Fastrack linear encoder sale system, the PH20 5-axis trigger probe head, and the XL-80 laser calibration system.

IMTS Booth E-5530, N-650
Renishaw Inc.
Hoffman Estates, IL
www.renishaw.com

Accurate, Repeatable Part Measurement
Design of the BenchMike tabletop system is for fast, accurate, and repeatable measurement of parts. This laser measurement device does not touch the product, eliminating part distortion and operator influence, which can affect measurements. Dimension measurements include diameter, multiple ODs, TIR, taper, and part position. BenchMike is available in four models and provides a measurement range of 0.001000" to 2.000000" with linearity as low as ±0.000020". The Cutting Tool Measurement System (CTMS) is a non-contact system for measuring cutting diameter of fluted cutting tools such as end mills, drill bits, step tools, reamers, and router bits, regardless of the number of flutes. Measuring dimensional characteristics of a cutting tool before it cuts a part eliminates scrap.

IMTS Booth E-5326
Beta LaserMike
Dayton, OH
www.betalasermike.com

Universal Gaging Amplifier
The Accu-Touch readout-gaging amplifier provides visual displays of nearly any shopfloor, or production-based dimensional measurement. Capable of amplifying results from up to four gaging tools, the Accu-Touch uses a 5.7" touch multi-color screen to portray measurement results with selectable resolutions from 0.01000" to as fine as 0.000001". The same hardened touchscreen allows the user to adapt the amplifier for different measurement applications using intuitive, interactive prompting. The unit is available in two-, or four-input models from the company’s LVDT pencil probes, lever probes, contact floats, and bore gages. Model variations also include connectivity options with USB and serial ports.

IMTS Booth E-5549
Edmunds Gages
Farmington, CT
www.edmundsgages.com

Portable Video Camera
The Luxxor portable video camera (LPC) attaches to most rigid or flexible borescopes from major manufacturers, including Hawkeye, turning the borescope into a videoscope by attaching the borescope to the video coupler of the LPC. The Luxxor camera allows users to view internal visual inspection images on portable or benchtop video monitors, on laptops, or on a desktop computer. Video footage and still photos are viewable in real time for saving, documenting, and emailing. The Luxxor portable video camera has a ¼" color CCD, built-in 25mm borescope coupler, 768 X 494 pixel resolution, and can attach to the Luxxor Portable Video Monitor (PVM-DV) for portable operation or to any computer or video monitor.

IMTS Booth E-5350
Gradient Lens Corp.
Rochester, NY
www.gradientlens.com

Vision Measurement Software
QVPAK 10.0 features a user interface that can split into windows that can then be transferred anywhere on the desktop, resized, minimized, placed atop one another, or hidden. Each user can individualize screen set-ups on several monitors, including widescreen display of the workpiece image.

IMTS Booth E-5214
Mitutoyo America Corp.
Aurora, IL
www.mitutoyo.com

Skidless Evaluation System
The MarSurf M 400 features proprietary motorized probe height adjustment that automatically zeros the probe in seconds and can cut measurement time in half. The M 400 features a magnetic, breakaway probe mounting system that protects sensitive probes from accidental damage and facilitates fast probe changes. It has Bluetooth connectivity between the measuring system and the evaluation unit with integrated thermal printer. Skidless tracing of surface characteristics allows the capture of primary, waviness, and roughness profiles for the evaluation of complex parameters.

IMTS Booth E-5242
Mahr Federal Inc.
Providence, RI
www.mahr.com

Laser Tracker Measurement
The version 1.1 firmware updates for the Leica AT401 absolute tracker allow a full-speed digital read out (DRO) for laser tracker measurement processes and free-form surface inspection. The portable 3D laser tracker enables high-speed measurements for complex applications, such as large-scale inspections, component adjustments, alignments, and the building of jigs and fixtures. Applications include inspection and tool building for oversized components in aerospace, nuclear, solar, and wind.

IMTS Booth E-5202
Hexagon Metrology Inc.
North Kingston, RI
www.hexagonmetrology.us

3D Volumetric Positioning
Designed for 3D volumetric positioning error measurement and compensation, this unit uses a laser vector technique to measure up to 12 sets of errors in a few hours, rather than a few days, when using a conventional laser interferometer. Use of the measured results can be to compensate the 3D volumetric positioning errors by modifying the part program or G-code, compensating the part program or G-code makes the need of a high-end controller unnecessary.

IMTS Booth E-5414
Optodyne Inc.
Rancho Dominguez, CA
www.optodyne.com

Digital Laser Scanner
The LC15Dx digital laser scanner is an alternative to a tactile probe for various precision CMM applications, including molds, small turbine blades, medical devices, and other complex geometry. It achieves a probing accuracy of 2.5µm and a multi-stylus test accuracy of 6µm in tests comparable to EN/10360-2 and -5. A thermal stabilizer inside the scanner body eliminates the uncertainty and delay caused by scanning before it reaches operating temperature. Elimination of probe tip compensation errors is through use of non-contact triangulation between the laser source, workpiece, and CCD sensor to measure the surface of the workpiece directly. The company’s third-generation Enhanced Scanner Performance (ESP3) technology maintains accuracy, speed, and data quality by adapting the laser settings for each measured point in real-time.

IMTS Booth E-5371
Nikon Metrology Inc.
Brighton, MI
www.nikonmetrology.com