‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 12th May
Summary of metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
AMETEK To Acquire FARO Technologies
AMETEK and FARO Technologies have announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which AMETEK will acquire all outstanding shares of FARO Technologies common stock for $44 per share in cash, which represents an approximate 40% premium to FARO’s stock price and values FARO at $920 million … read more
All Digital MAESTRO CMM Launched
Transforming quality inspection with high-speed, connected measurement workflows, Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has announced the launch of MAESTRO, an all-new, next-generation coordinate measuring machine (CMM) engineered from the ground up to meet the rising productivity demands of manufacturing … read more
Polyrix Unveils Groundbreaking Inline Metrology System
Polyrix, has announced the launch of the first-ever PolyScan V inline system capable of scanning a full part in 20-seconds, debuted at the Control Exhibition for Quality Assurance in Germany. The advanced system, incorporates Polyrix’s state-of-the-art PolyScan technology, enabling manufacturers to scan 100% of components in real-time … read more
New Shop Floor CMM Range With Lab Grade Accuracies
Inspection using a CMM in a production environment brings enormous advantages compared with transporting components sometimes considerable distances to a separate quality control (QC) room. Benefits include faster inspection, quicker reporting, reduced lead-times, rapid feedback on part conformity for prompt adjustment of manufacturing processes, increased output, reduced scrap … read more
From Data to Decision – Empowering Digital Twins with The Digital Thread
The Digital Twin promises a dynamic mirror of the physical world — but only when fueled by the continuous, connected flow of information delivered by the Digital Thread. Article explores how this critical link is reshaping quality control and smart manufacturing … read more
Hexagon Partners with ZeroTouch to Advance High-Speed, Non-Contact Gauging
ZeroTouch, a Sandvik company, has announced a strategic partnership with Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence to expand its advanced non-contact gauging technology across Germany, Switzerland, and France. The collaboration aims to accelerate adoption of fully automated, metrology-assisted manufacturing solutions in precision industries. Amid rising demand for 100% inspection … read more
Revolutionizing Inline Inspection with Color 3D Scanning
In an age where digital transformation is redefining the manufacturing floor, the fusion of high-resolution color imaging with precise 3D metrology is offering manufacturers a sharper lens on quality control. The QUALIMETER 3D and Color Scanner from ScanRG is a state-of-the-art inspection system … read more
Reimagining the Manufacturing Workforce In The AI Era
As artificial intelligence (AI) and automation gain ground in the manufacturing sector, the conversation is shifting from “what machines can do?” to “how humans and machines can work together?” In the ASEAN region—home to over 50 million manufacturing workers—this pivot is technological and profoundly human … read more
Enhanced Mobile AR Brings Inspection Innovation Directly To Smart Manufacturing Environments
At the Control international trade fair for quality assurance, Visometry has reinforced its leadership in industrial augmented reality by unveiling version 2.4 of its mobile inspection solution, Twyn. Designed for use with a tablet, Twyn 2.4 further streamlines on-site quality checks, offering users a more agile and immediate way to inspect … read more
Global digital transformation company GFT and Google Cloud are collaborating to bring their newest manufacturing-specific AI capabilities to factory floors. Last year, the GFT announced its implementation of Google Cloud’s Manufacturing Data Engine (MDE), which fueled new AI use cases, such as visual production inspection … read more
WENZEL Unveils High-Speed CT Scanning & High-Performance exaCT L Variant
WENZEL Group, a provider in the field of industrial computed tomography, has introduced a technological advancement that significantly accelerates the scanning process. By using state-of-the-art hardware and advanced algorithms, CT scans can now be performed in just a few minutes – without compromising accuracy … read more
Space-Efficient Dual Source X-ray CT System Delivers Best-In-Class Inspection
Nikon Corporation has launched the VOXLS 20 C 225, the latest addition to its VOXLS X-ray CT product lineup. This system is based on the proven principles of the company’s VOXLS 30 and 40 Series systems while offering maximum capability in a space-efficient footprint, providing unparalleled value per voxel in the market … read more
Waygate Launch Extremely High-Resolution CT System
Waygate Technologies, global leader in nondestructive testing solutions for industrial inspection, has unveiled its new extremely high-resolution computed tomography system, Phoenix Nanotom HR (High Resolution) at the Control show. Designed to make advanced X-ray imaging accessible to a broader range … read more
Vision Sensors Become The ‘Eyes of Industrial Automation’
Three aspects of sensor technology are particularly important in image processing for industrial automation: performance, flexibility and usability. Simple Vision sensors meet these requirements. They are as easy to operate as optical sensors, plus they are as powerful as camera systems … read more