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Specialized Micrometers Solve Five Measuring Dilemmas
Mahr’s Micromar 40EWR digital micrometers address a conundrum manufacturers face every day: how to measure unique objects and surfaces in widely diverse scenarios. Wireless data transmission is available for each of the five models in the series.
Wireless Communication Capability Enables Speedy Shop-Floor Quality Control
Mahr depth gages transmit measurement data wirelessly, simplifying recording and documentation and facilitating networked production. Pocket-sized 30 EWRi travels easily all over the plant floor; 30 EWR-U and 30 EWRi-U universal gages open the door to numerous applications.
Portable Measurement Arm Meets High-Speed Scanner
Designed for Hexagon’s 7-axis Absolute Arm, the RS-Squared area scanner adds 3D laser scanning to touch probing to measure parts faster than conventional scanners. No reference markers are required, and that’s the silver bullet that keeps overall scan time to a minimum.
Free DRO Upgrade Responds to Industry Demands
The latest software for Heidenhain’s Acu-Rite family of digital readouts(DROs) features at least three enhancements designed to increase productivity and efficiency. One adds Axes Q on the axes’ names list for customers who use their DROs on optical comparators.
3D Reality Capture Puts the Whole Scene on a Screen
Available from Exact Metrology, the Leica RTC360 laser scanner generates a full model of large-scale objects with down-to-the-millimeter accuracy. Built-in Leica Cyclone Field 360 app automatically registers scans in real time, and software integrates the 3D model into the user’s workflow.
Optical CMM’s Software Does the Thinking for You
Brucker Alicona’s µCMM enables inexperienced operators to confidently and accurately measure component dimension, position, shape, and roughness. MetMaX operating software turns the coordinate measuring machine (CMM) into a planning and reporting system as well.
Double-Duty Measuring of Big Components
Combining dimensional metrology and surface roughness measurement, the InfiniteFocus G5 from Bruker Alicona provides high repeatability and vertical resolution of up to 10 nanometers. An interface equips the system for fully automatic measurement during production.
Nanopositioner’s Tip-and-Tilt Travel Is a Game-Changer
Alio Industries’ HH-30D Hybrid Hexapod offers unprecedented XY travel ranges with nanometer-level precision. Unlimited number of tool center point (TCP) locations can be programmed via forward and inverse controller kinematics.
Boring Gets Exciting When Chips Evacuate Properly
Big Kaiser’s two chip breaker inserts, with FLM 3D design, shorten cutting chips so they don’t wrap around the tool. They finish aluminum components without creating big nest of chips.
Ultimate Nesting for Punching Machines
The latest RADAN software for sheet metal fabrication provides savings on raw materials and quicker nesting production. Users can produce more parts per sheet, so it takes less time to produce a batch – saving about 50 minutes per day for 80 nests.
Comfortable Sanding Power in the Palm of Your Hand
Dynabrade’s 3” diameter Dynorbital Extreme random orbital sander is ergonomically designed so it’s comfortable to hold. With 12,000 RPM and the highest horsepower rating in its class, it’s a workhorse tool for both general and ultra-fine sanding applications.
3D Printing in Aluminum F357 for Thin-Walled Heat Transfer Applications
Aircraft-grade alloy is ideal for additive manufacturing of aerospace, military, and defense components, making it a logical addition to VELO3D’s portfolio. The 3D printing of parts can actually replace applications where casting is used.
