METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 4th November
Summary of metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
LK Metrology Acquire Nikon’s Laser Scanning and Focus Point Cloud Inspection Software
For more than 25 years, Nikon’s pioneering and class-leading 3D laser scanners, whether mounted on a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) for automated inspection or operated manually using an articulated measuring arm, have enabled rapid digitisation of parts by optically capturing millions of high-precision points … read more
Altair Signs Definitive Agreement with Siemens to be Acquired for $10.6B
Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Siemens. Altair stockholders will receive $113.00 per share in cash, representing an equity value of approximately $10.6 billion. The $113.00 per share cash consideration represents a 19% premium … read more
Ametek Acquires Virtek Vision International
AMETEK has announced the acquisition of Virtek Vision International, a leading provider of advanced laser-based projection and inspection systems. Virtek specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced 3D laser projectors, smart cameras, and QC inspection systems, powered by AI-driven software and algorithms … read more
SDI Group Announces Acquisition of InspecVision
SDI Group PLC, focused on companies which design and manufacture specialist lab equipment, industrial & scientific sensors and products, has announced the acquisition of InspecVision Limited, a designer and manufacturer of computer vision-based measurement systems for industrial applications … read more
Vision Benchtop System Offers Larger Platform
The L.S. Starrett Co. has expanded its AVR Vision Metrology Line with the introduction of the AVR400 CNC Vision System, the largest benchtop platform to date from Starrett with stage travel that is twice the speed of previous Starrett AVR models … read more
Deep Learning For Real-Time Quality Control
The International Center for Networked, Adaptive Production (ICNAP) comprising of three Fraunhofer Institutes will be presenting an AI-supported analysis system for visual quality control at the SPS trade fair in Nuremberg, Germany. ICNAP will demonstrate how deep learning can be used to check weld … read more
Sensor Inspects Surface Cleanliness For Bonding and Welding Processes
Modern joining and bonding processes such as welding or gluing can produce very strong and durable connections. However, this is only possible if the corresponding surface areas are very clean – in particular, free of organic residues. The F-Scanner from Fraunhofer IPM detects even the slightest contamination and inspects surfaces … read more
Innovative 360-Degree Panoramic Camera Head Redefines Mobile Mapping
AI-InfraSolutions, a leader in geospatial mapping technology, has partnered with Stemmer Imaging to develop an innovative 360-degree panoramic camera head that is set to redefine the future of geospatial mapping. By integrating AI-InfraSolutions’ mobile mapping expertise with Stemmer Imaging’s advanced engineering services and technical expertise of engineers at Stemmer Imaging’s … read more
ZEISS Launches Crossbeam 550 Samplefab Scanning Electron Microscope
ZEISS has announced its new ZEISS Crossbeam 550 Samplefab, a focused ion beam scanning electron microscope (FIB-SEM) optimized for fully automated preparation of transmission electron microscopy (TEM) samples (lamellae). Built for efficiency and throughput in the semiconductor lab, ZEISS Crossbeam 550 Samplefab provides recipe-based automation for the routine TEM sample … read more
Companies Transforming Manufacturing With AI Innovation Recognized
The World Economic Forum recently announced that 22 innovative manufacturers have joined the Global Lighthouse Network, expanding the community to 172 leading production facilities and value chains that harness digital technologies at scale to drive next-generation operational excellence, environmental sustainability and workforce development … read more
‘The Future of Metrology’ Event Focusses on Trends Shaping Manufacturing
More than 2,000 experts, decision-makers, and innovators from leading manufacturers around the world gathered in Berlin, Germany, for the inaugural ‘ZEISS Quality Innovation Summit’ to discuss how to turn these challenges into opportunities. For three days, the summit provided an interactive platform where industry leaders … read more
Exact Metrology Extends Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence Partnership
Exact Metrology, a recognized leader in precision measurement technologies and 3D metrology services, has announced a strategic partnership with Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence. The collaboration will expand Exact Metrology’s offerings in coordinate metrology, further strengthening its commitment to delivering innovative metrology instruments and software to industries … read more
Protective Water Cooled Camera Enclosure Launched
autoVimation, a pioneer in industrial-grade protective camera enclosures, has introduced its first protective camera enclosure with an integrated water-cooling circuit. The Elephant series enclosure is suited for camera cross sections up to 100mm x 100mm. Cooling channels run through all sides, including the front and back lids … read more
BMW Regensburg Plant Wins ‘Factory of the Year’ Award
The BMW Group’s vehicle plant in Regensburg, Germany is ;Factory of the Year; 2024 in the category ‘excellent large-series assembly’. The award is regarded as one of Germany’s most prestigious industrial competitions. BMW Group Plant Regensburg is one of more than 30 BMW Group production locations worldwide … read more