Laser Scanners
This category includes systems and machines that utilize lasers to survey an object, a building, or a landscape, and then translate the data into full three-dimensional digital models of the piece being surveyed. Laser scanners are used in the manufacturing process in rapid prototyping, precision alignment, in material processing such as engraving or laser welding, laser and 3D printers, and for precision inspection, among other uses. Laser printers commonly employ multiple moveable mirrors to steer the laser system, along with a software system to control the scanner’s motion and to collect the resulting data. When paired with a coordinate measuring machine (CMM), laser scanners can be used to record data from larger devices, like automobiles.
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Leading edge equipment, technologies and software provide a detailed look into the health and condition of cutting tools.
Leading edge equipment, technologies and software provide a detailed look into the health and condition of cutting tools.
Automated measurements of workpieces in machines are progressively more important in today’s manufacturing processes, resulting in shorter production times and fewer interruptions. What’s more, there is more confidence when it comes to the measurement process.
With the introduction of groundbreaking innovations and first-of-their-kind developments, job shops will find no shortage of 3D metrology laser scanner technologies available to assist them with precision measurements, and the ability to scan parts faster and with greater accuracy.
ColeTech used a Radian 6DoF tracker from API to correct errors in joint angles and link lengths for deflashing molded parts.
Almost every major pipeline owner/operator now either uses a portable LIBS device for verifying their materials or requires their non-destructive testing contractors to use it. Almost every major refinery uses one for carbon testing, as do the inspection companies that support their PMI/NDT programs. Here’s why.
Modern 3D metrology is becoming the eyes and ears of the production floor, bringing multiple advantages to the manufacturing world.
Hamar Laser Instrument’s powerful system features “S” variant of compact & versatile new laser; delivers higher accuracy and faster setups, shaving time off alignments.
Automated Precision, Inc.’s bundles include API’s Radian Plus Laser Tracker, and API’s vProbe or iScan3D, to provide a complete measurement solution.
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