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iGPS metrology for robots
RWTH WZL, a German manufacturing research centre, investigates how manufacturing quality can be maximized using iGPS enabled industrial robots
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An alternative to fixtures
By utilizing modular tooling fixtures and portable CMMs, manufacturers can eliminate the need for many or all check fixtures in their factories
Composite parts - automated metrology assists right first time
Composite materials have gained popularity in high-performance products that need to be lightweight and strong
CMM transformer
GE Oil and Gas Florence, Italy, has transformed the performance of a DEA Global CMM with a retrofit system generating high data collection rates and for form analysis of impeller parts.
Vision for the future
Loughborough University push the boundaries of non-contact measurement to new levels with a video measurement system.
Hot stuff!
A manufacturer of thin-film solar power modules is using non-contact sensors to measure thickness and flatness of solar glass panels
Vision interface is the key
A properly designed user interface is critical for the successful implementation of a machine vision system for complex inspection tasks. By Earl Yardley, director – Industrial Vision Systems
Leveraging ERP and LEAN
How running ERP in a lean manufacturing environment can improve the bottom line. By Jean Thilmany, SearchManufacturingERP.com contributor
Hired instrument helps hospitals check Swine Flu safety masks
Respiratory face masks at hospitals and in primary care across Hertfordshire have been checked by advanced Fit Tester instrumentation
Emission testing a burden?
New European regulations will require manufacturers of construction products to undertake chemical emissions testing. Dr Gavin Davies, Markes International, discusses the implications for manufacturing industry
Bolt-on load cells directly test wind turbine blades and platforms
Wind turbine load testing has recently seen a significant rise in demand for standard and custom-designed bolt-on load cells.
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