Replace Repetitive Measurement With DIY Robotic Automation
After minimal training, a shop can learn how to use this robotic inspection system configured for a shopfloor application to supersede repetitive, time-consuming, high-mix gaging processes. It can then be redeployed for another application somewhere else in the facility.
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Video Tech Brief: Quality Control is Using the Right Software
This machine shop’s mapping software program runs on its gaging system to increase the accuracy of the probe’s tolerance measurement on the thin-walled aluminum tube machined by the shop.
Video Tech Brief: 3D Optical Part Measurement Explained
Oasis Inspection Systems added a rotary stage to its optical measuring units enabling them to perform automated 3D measurement of machined part features.
Video: Machine Shop President Explains Advantages of Tool Presetters
When contract shop MetalQuest purchased its first multi-spindle, it also purchased a dedicated tool presetter for the machine. Learn why the company president feels shops of all sizes can benefit from measuring tools offline.
Why a CNC Multi-Spindle Machining Center Makes Sense for MetalQuest
An early adopter of multitasking equipment, this Nebraska contract manufacturer has taken what it feels is the next logical step to diversify by adding a multi-spindle for greatly reduced cycle times on an existing high-volume job.
Automated Inspection on the Shop Floor
Most machine shops understand the value of automation when it is applied to such operations as turning, milling and grinding.
To Scan or Not to Scan
Industrial metrology professionals are constantly tasked with finding the best methodology to inspect parts.
Programmable Gages Help Create Automation Cell
Conroe Machine (Conroe, Texas) is doing what most machine shops only dream of: hard turning a family of parts around the clock in an unmanned cell that operates a “self-controlled” process.
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The Coolest Thing You'll See Today
While this video does not really relate to manufacturing, it certainly does demonstrate precision.