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Part-to-CAD Inspection Using a Portable CMM

PCMM - Part To CAD Inspection

Problem

Handheld measurement tools are extremely limited in capability when used to measure large parts or complex surfaces. In order to verify dimensional properties, a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) is usually required. Unfortunately, conventional CMMs require special, environmentally-controlled rooms. This means they are not readily accessible to the production floor: moving large assemblies, fixtures or parts for inspection purposes can be impractical, time consuming and expensive.

Solution

A Portable CMM provides Part-to-CAD Computer-Aided Inspection right on the shop floor. By bringing the machine to the part rather than the part to the machine, problems can be quickly solved at the source.

Operators simply use a handheld digitizing probe, or optional laser scanner, to quickly measure parts while the inspection software automatically compares measured data to corresponding CAD data. Deviations from nominals and out-of-tolerance conditions are clearly displayed in real-time using colour-coded error maps and labels. Quality reports are easily customized and are automatically generated simplifying the entire inspection process. Freeform measurement for one-off inspections and guided measurement for repetitive inspection tasks are both supported resulting in a truly versatile shop floor tool.

Operators can also use the system's unique and powerful Dynamic Referencing capabilities to reduce measurement errors and to enable Fixtureless Measurement, Vibration Compensation and Automatic Alignment.

Product

The best products to assist you with your Part-to-CAD Inspection needs include:

Benefits

  • Truly portable and easy to set up.
  • No moving parts or arms to support, allowing for greater range of movement.
  • No laser beam to worry about blocking during inspection routine.
  • Powerful Dynamic Referencing capabilities, improves accuracy and usability.
  • Dynamic Measurement software also available for Door and Closure Testing.