METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 12th August
Summary of metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
Fully Autonomous ‘Dark’ Smart Factory Runs 24/7
In the ever-evolving landscape of manufacturing, innovation is the key to staying ahead of the curve. Xiaomi, a global leader in electronics and smart manufacturing, has once again set a new benchmark with its next-generation smart factory in Changping, China. This cutting-edge facility represents a significant leap forward … read more
LG Accelerates Smart Factory Solutions Business
LG Electronics is advancing its smart factory solutions business by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation (DX) with its extensive 66-year history of manufacturing and production expertise. Earlier this year, LG officially entered the smart factory solutions market … read more
The Evolving Role of Metrology in the Smart Factories of the Future
As manufacturing transitions towards the era of smart factories, driven by Industry 4.0 technologies, the role of metrology is set to undergo a significant transformation. Smart factories, characterized by their interconnected systems, advanced automation, and data-driven decision-making, demand a new approach to measurement. Measurements will become more integral … read more
Optical Inspection System Improves Vehicle Production Paint Quality
Ricoh Elemex Corporation, a subsidiary of Ricoh Company, Ltd. recently announced the launch of the RICOH Visual Inspection System 5000 series of vehicle paint inspection systems. Combining Ricoh Elemex’s many years of experience in inspecting painted products and its proprietary image recognition technology … read more
LMI Enhances 3D Vision Solutions Portfolio With Liberty Robotics Acquisition
LMI Technologies, a global leader in 3D scanning and inspection solutions, has announced the acquisition of Liberty Robotics, a pioneering provider of 3D machine vision solutions for robotic guidance in the automotive and material handling/packaging and logistics industries. Founded in 2005 with its HQ in Michigan … read more
How Robots, Machine Vision, and AI Are Changing Automotive Manufacturing Landscape
A technological and cultural shift is occurring in the automotive manufacturing environment caused by the advent of robotics and machine vision, coupled with the development of AI vision systems. This article delves into the drivers of change and how augmented reality will shape the future of manufacturing technology … read more
Finding The Balance When Automating Additive Manufacturing
Since the 19th century, the power loom has enabled significant improvements in textile and fabric production. Novel technologies like non-stop shuttle changing devices and thread replenishment systems made quality cloth available to a mass market. Developing automation in additive manufacturing can have similar benefits … read more
Achieving Peak Racing Performance With CT Scanning
Lumafield recently announced that it has joined forces with RFK Racing, becoming an official partner within the RFK TeK Alliance. With its industrial X-Ray CT inspection platform, engineers at RFK Racing are now well-equipped to achieve unparalleled precision and quality control in the fast-paced world of NASCAR … read more
The Invaluable Role of Traceable Data in Documenting Aircraft Dents
Poorly documented dents can lead to more significant problems, potentially compromising the aircraft’s structural integrity or performance. They can trap moisture and lead to corrosion. The stress they generate can initiate fatigue cracks. Their impact on the structure can also affect the aircraft’s aerodynamic performance … read more
Verisurf 2025 Adds New Features and Expands CMM Sensor Support
Verisurf Software has announced the release of Verisurf 2025. As the only CAD/CAM-based metrology software, Verisurf continues to build on its heritage of intelligent Model-Based Definition with new features, enhancements, and optimized workflows for inspection, reporting, reverse engineering, tool building, and guided assembly … read more
API Adds Two Groundbreaking 3D Laser Scanners To Its Scanning Portfolio
Automated Precision Inc. (API), a leader in advanced metrology solutions, has announced the launch of two new innovative products: the iScanMagic Composite 3D Scanner and the iScanLite 3D Blue Laser Line Scanner. These state-of-the-art scanners, along with API’s iScan3D, represent one of the most complete scanning portfolios … read more
MSI Viking Announces Strategic Partnership with Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
MSI Viking, a leader in precision measuring technologies and calibration services, has announced a major new partnership in the Americas with Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, a division of Hexagon, the global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies … read more
Digitizing Prototype Models With Scan-to-CAD Workflow
A lot of manufacturing processes require a CAD model. If you’re creating one for an existing object, it’s much easier to work from a 3D scan than from scratch. In the world of 3D scanning, this approach is called a scan-to-CAD workflow, and it’s what enabled a renowned automotive manufacturer to swiftly transform a sleek prototype … read more
The Advantages of Area-Based Surface Measurement
Roughness has been measured in manufacturing industries for decades, mostly on the profile. In the meantime, however, there is already an international standard that provides specifications for surface roughness measurement. ISO 25178 specifies three-dimensional texture parameters, operators, applicable technology and calibration requirements for the non-contact measurement method … read more