ARCH Motorcycle Partners with Hexagon To Craft Bespoke High-Performance Cruisers
Hexagonโs Manufacturing Intelligence division andโฏ, a manufacturer of high-performance bespokeโฏmotorcycles, have partneredโฏto support the quality control demands of engineering and producing unique riding experiences for ARCH customers.
By combining artistry and engineering with precision technologies, ARCH maximizes the performance potential of its motorcycles while keeping innovation at the forefront of design. The partnership is geared to help ARCH expand its commitment to producing bespokeโฏmotorcycles byโฏfully digitizing quality processes throughout engineering and manufacturing with state-of-the-art measurement technologies.
3D scanning technologies to be implemented by ARCH Motorcycle include Hexagon’s equipment and software for reverse engineering, which will enable ARCHโฏto retain classic design elements for application to products in development. The technology will also help ARCH Motorcycleโฏcreate tailoredโฏergonomic motorcycle designs that incorporate individual customer specifications for shocks, seats, handlebars, foot controls, and overall fit.ย
โAt ARCH, we strive forโฏprecision machining andโฏattention to detail forโฏcraftedโฏproduction motorcycles.โฏOur goal is to integrate Hexagonโs latest metrology technologies throughout our manufacturing and quality control processes to achieveโฏmeticulous finish andโฏuncompromising quality for every ARCHโฏmotorcycle. The ability to quickly digitize parts will also streamlineโฏour 3D digital workflows for computer-aided design (CAD) and production of bespoke parts that enhance a rider’s experience and comfort.โย
The ability to quickly digitize part dimensions and surface finishes for comparison to CAD modelsโฏand quality standards will enable ARCHโฏto improve both throughput and quality control easily and with confidence in their data. It also allows the company to keep an accurate digital 3D record of each customerโs motorcycle to support future customer service.ย
Hexagon devices to be used by the ARCH manufacturing teamโฏinclude an easy-to-useโฏportable measurement arm (Absolute Arm) with a state-of-the-artโฏlaser line-scanner (the AS1 laser scanner) that enables even inexperienced users to capture measurements directly into associated software. The 3D laser scanner provides a guided workflow that helps users visualize 3D models and guides them through successful coverage of critical features and surface measurements. Paired with tightly integrated measurement software, the laser scanner also makes it easy to scan large components and reverse engineer parts.ย
โQuality control represents different challenges for every manufacturer, but it can be especially challenging for those who produce highly customized products,โโฏsaid Brian Winters, product manager for Absolute Arms at Hexagon.โฏโWeโre excited to partner with ARCH Motorcycle to provide flexible tools that make it easy to digitize measurements as components are made and assembled. This immediate access to accurate 3D measurement data is intended to help produce the one-of-a-kind experiences and production motorcycle quality that customers want.โโฏ
For more information: www.hexagon.com
