Inventory shortages are affecting everything from ketchup packets and foil roaster pans to copper tubing for air conditioners and semi-conductors. The skills gap and scarcity of workers have also expanded. Currently, there are approximately 10.4 million jobs and only 8.4 million people looking for work according to Marketplace, a nonprofit news organization. To counter these challenges, fabricators continue to find ways to adopt automation. That includes automating parts inspection and integrating the process into the manufacturing chain.
AIMS’ 5-axis lab-grade LM also offers companies the versatility of multisensor capabilities. The REVO-2™ provides measuring speeds up to 500 mm/second and data collection rates of up to 4,000 points per second for increased part throughput. Rapid calibration for all positions expands uptime. Infinite positioning and 5-axis motion offer easy access to difficult features while flexible tip sensing aids accuracy and flexibility.
The HB can be placed on or near a production line for dimensional verification. The CMM saves substantial time and expense because an operator no longer has to manually pull parts for inspection. The machine is easily moved from location to location, where it can monitor process flow in real time. Renishaw’s 5-axis PH20 quickly obtains high-density points for feature size, location, and form. This gives a manager or machinist accurate and actionable data to act on at any point during parts production.
In addition to simplifying measurement tasks with intuitive HMI and automated changeover, job shops can create more time for personnel to perform higher-level work. More measurement data can be gathered and analyzed to reduce measurement points and optimize the manufacturing process. Click here to read more about how CMM inspection, robots and automation equipment can help you streamline operations and make up for skill and labor shortages.
Assembling and optimizing an automated CMM system is a complex process, which is why a turnkey system is a great option. All the components are integrated into a system that works for your unique manufacturing needs in your facility. That includes not just the physical measurement, but the engineering experience to support your staff. Contact us today. We look forward to talking with you about your part applications.