‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 17th March
Summary of metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
Creaform Laser Projects Visual Guidance From 3D Scan Data
Creaform, worldwide provider of automated and portable 3D measurement solutions, has announced the launch of the new Laser Projection Add-on to its Inspection module, part of the recently released Creaform Metrology Suite, providing never-before-seen possibilities for operators in various industries … read more
Verisurf Software Signs Agreement To Be Acquired by Sandvik
Verisurf Software, Inc. has announced that it has signed an agreement to be acquired by Sandvik, a global high-tech engineering group providing solutions for the manufacturing, mining, and infrastructure industries. This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for Verisurf, as it join forces with Sandvik … read more
Callista Acquires Carl Zeiss Automated Inspection GmbH
Callista Private Equity GmbH has announced the acquisition of Carl Zeiss Automated Inspection GmbH from ZEISS Group by Callista Asset Management 27 GmbH. The company has been part of the Zeiss Group since since December 2012. Based in Neuenstein, Germany, with 75 employees … read more
Dual Function Formtracer Redefines Precision Measurement
Precision measurement reaches new heights with the launch of the Mitutoyo FTA-H3000, a groundbreaking device that streamlines the measurement of surface roughness and contours in a single operation. The FTA-H3000 model seamlessly integrates surface roughness and contour measurement into a single drive unit … read more
Bringing Precision To New Places With Portable Measuring Arms
Manufacturers are under pressure to bring better products to market quicker than ever before. Competition is fierce. Margins are tight. In response to this challenging business environment, the metrology technology market has to be fast-paced and dynamic. Today, we are capable of things a few years ago were impossible … read more
The Coordinate Measuring Machine Evolution To The Digital Factory
The manufacturing landscape is undergoing a radical transformation, driven by the advent of Industry 4.0 and the rise of smart factories. At the heart of this revolution lies the need for precise and reliable measurement, a role traditionally filled by Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs). However, the demands of the smart factory … read more
AI-Powered Predictive Maintenance Software Prevents Unforeseen Machine Failures
In today’s industrial landscape, companies face the challenge of preventing unforeseen machine failures that can lead to production disruptions and delivery delays. Traditional maintenance approaches, such as reactive repairs or regular preventive measures, are often inefficient and costly. aiomatic’s Predictive Maintenance software revolutionizes machine maintenance through artificial intelligence … read more
‘Driving the Future’ – Survey Reveals Smart Factories Key To Automotive Innovation
ABB Robotics’ third Automotive Manufacturing Outlook Survey, in partnership with the leading publication Automotive Manufacturing Solutions, has highlighted how moving to the ‘Smart Factory is viewed as a critical next step by global manufacturers and major suppliers. “Automotive manufacturers are acutely aware that advanced robotics, Artificial Intelligence and digital twinning technology are drivers of change … read more
Digital Orchestration Of Smart Manufacturing Through Software
Bosch is continuing its software offensive. The technology company’s Industrial Technology business sector is pursuing ambitious goals: by the beginning of the next decade, it wants its sales revenue from software and software-related services to have reached around 1 billion euros. One of the world’s biggest manufacturing companies … read more
Micro-Epsilon Introduces High-Precision Laser Distance Sensor
Micro-Epsilon has unveiled the optoNCDT ILR3800-100, a cutting-edge laser distance sensor that delivers exceptional signal stability and precision across a variety of surfaces. Designed for industrial applications requiring accurate long-distance measurements, the sensor can measure distances up to 150 meters … read more
AI Foundation Model Creates Manufacturable Digital Twins
Backflip AI unveiled a new 3D AI foundation model that fundamentally accelerates how manufacturing plants are repaired and improved to prevent costly downtime. The new technology enables anyone to automatically create 3D models of replacement parts from 3D scan data, which can then be quickly manufactured … read more
3DMakerpro Launches LiDAR-Based Spatial 3D Scanners
3DMakerpro, has announced the launch of its new Eagle Series Spatial 3D Scanners. Equipped with cutting-edge LiDAR and imaging sensors, these devices are designed to effortlessly capture spatial environment data for applications in reverse engineering, digital twinning, asset management, XR, precision mapping, and 3D printing … read more
