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Peter J. de Groot and Michael Schmidt

Dr. Peter J. de Groot is the executive director of R&D, and Michael Schmidt is the market development manager for Zygo Corp. Email peter.degroot@ametek.com or michael.schmidt@ametek.com.

Articles by Peter J. de Groot and Michael Schmidt

Measuring for Quality in Additive Manufacturing

Additive manufacturing has a unique set of manufacturing quality control challenges as it transitions to mainstream production across an array of industry sectors and applications.

Metrology and Industry 4.0

Peter J. de Groot, Michael Schmidt, metrology, industry 4.0, Zygo, measure, measurement, inspect, inspection

In Industry 4.0 data is key, with algorithms adjusting the manufacturing process to ensure repeatable production with zero failure rates. In-process metrology solutions fit within the concept of Industry 4.0 because the process is speedier and covers larger areas than contact devices.

Industry News

Hainbuch America, Hainbuch, workholding automation.transformed workholding, true seamless integration, direct measurement, clamping device, right on the machine itself, no more wasted steps or lost time, September 10th, Booth W-431636, HAINBUCH Booth W-431636

The Next Big Thing in Workholding Automation is Here

The pieces will come together at IMTS 2024!

Sandvik Coromant, Jeff Rizzie, IMTS 2024, “The Cutting Edge of Connectivity: How Sensorized Tooling is Driving Manufacturing into the Future," machining, tooling, Veronica Messersmith

Sandvik Coromant to Present “The Cutting Edge of Connectivity” at IMTS 2024

Industry expert Jeff Rizzie looks at the future of machining with sensorized tooling in educational session at the 2024 International Manufacturing Technology Show.

BLM GROUP USA, Mauro Corno, expansion, metal fabrication machines, bending technologies

BLM GROUP USA Breaks Ground on Office Expansion in Novi, Mich.

BLM GROUP USA has announced today plans to expand the Novi headquarters for North America during their groundbreaking ceremony. This nearly 65,000 square-foot expansion is a key advancement to support the organization’s plans for nurturing the unprecedented growth of their…

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