METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 5th August
Summary of metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
Hexagon Solution Builds Highly Accurate Factory Digital Twins
Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has launched its new digitalisation solution, Digital Factory, designed to help manufacturers build highly accurate digital replicas of their factories. It enables manufacturers to optimise their floor plans and quickly pivot production lines today, and prepare for smarter and more sustainable future factories with open interfaces … read more
Smart Manufacturing The End Game or Just a Stepping Stone?
The rapid evolution of manufacturing technologies has brought us to the threshold of smart manufacturing, a paradigm characterized by the integration of cyber-physical systems, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, and advanced automation. As we embrace this transformation, a pertinent question arises: Is smart manufacturing the ultimate goal … read more
Efficiency and Gains of 3D Point Cloud Inspection
Point cloud technology refers to the use of a set of data points in a 3D coordinate system, which is commonly defined by X, Y and Z axes. From a metrological standpoint, the actual points in a point cloud represent those X, Y and Z geometric coordinates for each single point which can be used to create shapes and surfaces … read more
The Role of Smart Sensors In Metrology 4.0
In the field of metrology, technological advancements have continually enhanced precision, accuracy, and efficiency. As we move into the era of Industry 4.0, a new paradigm in metrology has emerged: Metrology 4.0. At the heart of this evolution are smart sensors, which are revolutionizing traditional measurement systems … read more
Hyundai Motor N.A. Install Nikon’s Large-Envelope X-Ray CT System
Nikon Metrology, Inc, and Hyundai Motor North America have announced that Hyundai has purchased and installed Nikon’s X-ray computed tomography (CT) system. This represents a significant investment in the success of Hyundai’s newly opened $51.4 million Safety Test and Investigation Laboratory (STIL) … read more
Casting Optimization For Surface Defect Reduction Using Machine Learning
In the realm of industrial manufacturing, particularly within the steel production sector, optimizing production efficiency holds paramount importance in sustaining competitiveness and driving profitability. Steel plants, characterized by their intricate processes and heavy reliance on energy-intensive operations … read more
Hyundai Mobis Applies Acoustic AI System For Quality Inspection
Hyundai Mobis has developed an AI system utilizing sound for quality inspection. Hyundai Mobis announced that it has recently completed a pilot implementation of an Acoustic AI-based inspection system at a plant which produces vehicle electric power steering units. This innovative approach leverages artificial intelligence to analyze the subtle sounds generated during product inspection … read more
Connected Metrology Solution Reduces Measurement Time By 97.5%
Bowers Group has assisted DPMS in the development of an advanced rail tip measurement solution that reduces inspection of milling wheels time by 97.5%, transforming industry standards. Collaborating with its distributor, H. Roberts, Bowers Group worked to construct a tailored solution for the tip measurement station … read more
Workshop Microscope Provides Quick Evaluation of Geometric Elements
Mahr has announced the release of its new MarVision MM 500 measuring microscope for the workshop and laboratory available in two versions, each with three measuring ranges: with manual axes or with CNC axis control. This means that a total of six models are available, from which users can choose the perfect solution … read more
FastGAGE To Transform Automated Manufacturing Measurement Processes
Facing shop problems such as time-consuming manual inspections, inconsistent quality, or the high cost of errors? FastGAGE brings a new dimension of reliability and performance to the production line. It not only enhances precision but also streamlines operations, ensuring that quality control is no longer a bottleneck but a driving force … read more
Appliance Manufacturer ‘Cleans-up’ With Advanced Coordinate Measurement Technology
Measuring internally makes us more flexible and gives us advantages when developing new products,” says Martin Przibilla, Head of Quality at Vorwerk’s Wuppertal plant. The family-owned company, which has always relied on direct sales of its products, is best known for its Kobold brand vacuum cleaners and attachments … read more
Digital Twin Consortium Members Develop and Deploy Multi-Agent Gen AI Systems
The Digital Twin Consortium (DTC) announced that members are developing and deploying Multi-agent GenAI Systems (MAGS) that are redefining the boundaries of how product design, services, and processes can be realized, born of efficiency and optimizations. Use cases include automotive, manufacturing and infrastructure, where MAGS is utilized to drive significant productivity improvements … read more
Hover Sense Non-Contact Probe For EV Battery Testing Launched
inTEST Corporation, a global supplier of innovative test and process technology solutions for use in manufacturing and testing has recently announced the launch of its Electronic Test Division’s latest innovation for electric vehicle (EV) battery testing technology. The Acculogic patent-pending hover sense non-contact technology represents a significant leap forward in validating the quality and reliability … read more
Intelligent Robotic Vision System Destacks Up To 800 Objects Per Hour
RODE, the acronym for RObotic DEpalletiser, is a pioneering product from AWL. The robotic solution is able to efficiently process packages randomly arranged on a pallet, setting it apart from conventional systems. The intelligent robot-supported depalletiser automatically destacks any packaged goods … read more