Nikon Boosts Throughput and Automation with Next-Generation NEXIV Software
Nikon Corporation has announced major advancements across its NEXIV software lineup with the release of the newest versions of AutoMeasure and Advanced Measure, designed to significantly simplify program creation, automate operator tasks, and accelerate high‑volume measurement workflows.
“With these updates, manufacturers gain powerful optimizations that boost productivity, reduce operator workload, and ensure consistent, high‑quality measurement results – even in demanding, large‑scale environments”, states Phil Wilson, NEXIV Group Director, Microscopy Business Unit Europe.
Smart Program Creation with AutoMeasure
The upgraded AutoMeasure software, dedicated to the NEXIV VMZ‑S series, VMZ‑H3030, and iNEXIV VMA series, introduces advanced automation that helps any operator create measurement programs easily and accurately:
Key customer benefits include:
Faster Program Creation: Intelligent Measurement Code Suggestion automatically recommends the next command based on past operator behavior, making program creation intuitive and consistent.
Minimized Downtime: New Auto Focus Retry prevents interruptions by automatically repeating AF until successful – reducing hands‑on time during setup.
Optimized Measurement Paths: Automatic Measurement Path Optimization, when using CAD reference macros, identifies the fastest route between measurement points to shorten total measurement time.
Higher Throughput with Advanced Measure
The new Advanced Measure software, dedicated to the NEXIV VMF‑K series, focuses on maximizing throughput and supporting extremely large measurement programs.
Key Customer Benefits
Seamless Long‑Run Measurements: Improved Laser AF Retry ensures continuous operation without operator intervention, increasing productivity on long unattended runs.
Faster Height & Search Measurements: With a single probe, search and height measurement can be performed simultaneously in one step. This reduces cycle time and enhances reproducibility.
Support for Ultra‑Large Measurement Programs: A significant increase in the maximum number of measurement codes enables a single program to handle hundreds of thousands – even millions – of measurement points on probe cards and other high‑density applications.
Designed for Maximum Efficiency in Modern Manufacturing
Together, AutoMeasure and Advanced Measure deliver a unified vision for NEXIV users with:
- Less operator dependency
- Shorter measurement cycles
- Higher consistency and throughput
- Better scalability for large‑volume measurement tasks
These updates reinforce Nikon’s commitment to providing intelligent measurement solutions that empower customers to accelerate production and maintain the highest quality standards.
For more information: www.industry.nikon.com
