The MetraSCAN BLACK+|Elite 3D also offered flexibility, enabling EKATO to measure parts at various manufacturing stages, including post-weld and post-stress-relief states.
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For decades, robots have been used to apply paint to new cars during manufacture, improving safety for employees while yielding the benefits of increased efficiency and more consistent paint application. But even with the precision and reproducibility of robot-applied finishes, vehicles still need to be visually checked in order to identify any potential paint defects.
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ASTRO America, a non-profit research institute advancing manufacturing technology and policy in aerospace and defense, and Plastometrex, a company revolutionizing mechanical testing, have joined forces to accelerate ASTRO’s parameter development workflows by integrating Plastometrex’s PLX-Benchtop into its additive friction stir deposition (AFSD) testing processes.
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The Digital Twin Consortium (DTC) has announced NTT Data’s Technology Showcase titled Digital Twin-Enabled Microfactory for Smart Manufacturing. The showcase demonstrates the capabilities and benefits of composable digital twins in asset-intensive industries, including manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, and utilities.
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Datalogic, a leader in automatic data capture and industrial automation, recently announced the launch of the Matrix 220 XAI, the most advanced barcode reader ever created for Direct Part Marking (DPM) applications.
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Summary of production metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
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Manufacturing and production processes consistently face challenges in ensuring the longevity and efficient functioning of their equipment, especially as they age. Just like any entity subjected to time, equipment breaks down due to friction, corrosion, thermal and mechanical cycling, vibration, and other forces. The inevitable progression of these factors results in reduced performance, and ultimately, equipment failure.
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Precise part orientation and alignment are essential for the success of automated microscopy applications. Whether defining repeatable rotary stage positions for consistent imaging or aligning components for initial inspection, motorized rotary stages play a crucial role.
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Metromecánica’s strong expertise in robotic inspection and automation, coupled with Metrologic Group’s universal software solutions, enables it to offer customized, turnkey solutions to companies wishing to automate their inspection process.
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How can you maintain enterprise access to complex 3D CAD data across globally distributed teams while keeping your sensitive information secure? With KISTERS 3DViewStation WebViewer there is no need to install a client and 3D CAD data is never stored locally.
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