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(ZEISS: Oberkochen, Germany) -- At the Microscopy and Microanalysis 2013 meeting in Indianapolis, ZEISS launched the next-generation EVO series for material and life science applications. Customer productivity and imaging performance are dramatically increased by the SEM’s workflow automation, beam…
(Hexagon Metrology: North Kingstown, RI) -- Hexagon Metrology has announced the availability of PC-DMIS 2013 MR1, a measurement software used to collect, evaluate, manage, and present manufacturing data. Software highlights include new user-interface elements for a cleaner, simpler look and feel;…
(Alignment Supplies: Maumee, OH) -- Alignment Supplies Inc. has launched of the ALiSENSOR SHAFTLASER, a new system for shaft alignment that combines all of the best aspects of Apple's iOS devices, like the iPad and iPhone, with the most streamlined and easy-to-use shaft alignment interface ever…
(Hexagon Metrology: North Kingstown, RI) -- Hexagon Metrology announced today the Leica B-Probe, an entry-level, wireless probing device which extends the capability of the Leica Absolute Tracker AT402. The handheld Leica B-Probe is designed for the inspection, alignment and assembly of large scale…
Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker has announced that three U.S. organizations will receive the 2013 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence through innovation, improvement, and visionary leadership. All of this year's winners are…
(Olympus: Center Valley, PA) -- As an advanced micro-imaging software system designed to turn Olympus industrial microscopes into high-performance analysis tools, OLYMPUS Stream allows users to seamlessly acquire, process, and measure images, then create valuable data and reports. With the release…
(Delcam: Windsor, Ontario, Canada) -- Delcam has released the 2013 R2 version of its PowerINSPECT metrology software, which offers faster programming and inspection, plus even easier-to-read reports. It includes a new method for automated inspection of part edges, improved display of deviations,…
(Hexagon Metrology: North Kingstown, RI) -- Hexagon Metrology has announced the commercial availability of ROMER measuring arm packages equipped with PC-DMIS Touch Portable, a revolutionary measurement software. Utilizing high-resolution Multi-Touch display technology on a tablet PC, users…
(Brunson: Kansas City, MO) -- Brunson Instrument Co. has released its TetraLock product line for shipping worldwide. The original TetraLock set a new standard in lightweight industrial metrology stands with a prestressed tetrahedron design, a pyramid-like structure known for its ultimate stability…
(FARO: Lake Mary, FL) -- FARO Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: FARO), the world's most trusted source for 3D measurement, imaging, and realization technology, announced it has released the new FARO Laser Scanner Focus3D X 330.
Building on the success of the Focus3D, the new Focus3D X 330 surpasses…
(Breuckmann: Meersburg, Germany) -- About 150 years ago, archaeologists in Cambodia made a spectacular discovery: the temple ruins of Angkor Wat. The temple was built during the 12th century by the ancient people of the Khmer under the reign of King Suryavarman II, but was deserted by its…
(Nikon Metrology: Brighton, MI) -- CAMIO offers true multi-sensor capability, allowing best-practice selection of sensor technology for each task. By combining touch trigger, analog scanning, and 3D laser scanning sensors within the same inspection program, the right inspection results are obtained…
(Solutionix: Bristol, UK) -- Solutionix, the leading developer and manufacturer of structured-light 3D scanning solutions, announced that HJC, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycle crash helmets, relied on a Solutionix Rexcan 3D scanner to provide the 3D digital data required to design and…
(API: Newport News, VA) -- API Services, a subsidiary of metrology provider Automated Precision Inc. (API), announced this month that it has reached partnerships with two design and manufacturing leaders in the nuclear and energy industries. The partnerships are the result of ongoing growth in the…
(Extech Instruments: Nashua, NH) -- Known worldwide for its superior test and measurement tools, Extech Instruments has announced that its versatile TKG series of ultrasonic thickness gauges is now available.
The TKG Series, which includes the TKG250, TKG150 and TKG100 models, uses ultrasonic…
(Danatronics: Danvers, MA) -- Danatronics has announced the latest addition to its thickness gauge family: the EHC-03. Packaged in the same, field-proven, IP54-rated case as its EHC-09 series, the EHC-03 is now Danatronics’ entry-level thickness gauge.
Key features of the EHC-03: • Made in the…
(Instron: Norwood, MA) -- Instron, a leading provider of testing equipment designed to evaluate mechanical properties of materials and components, has launched its Digital Image Correlation (DIC) Software. This new combination of hardware and software is designed to optically detect strain and…
(Quality Digest: Chico, CA) -- Are you passionate about quality? Do you want to lead tens of thousands of like-minded quality individuals? Then this job is for you.
The American Society for Quality (ASQ) is looking for a new CEO. According the job posting on ASQ's site:
"The next CEO will lead and…
(HEIDENHAIN: Schaumburg, IL) -- Industrial applications that create many parts require fast and efficient quality checking stations. This means that maintaining accurate and correct measuring processes during the highest level of throughput is critical. The best way to achieve this is with the use…
(NIST: Gaithersburg, MD) -- As most of you have likely heard, the federal government is shutting down due to a lapse in funding. While this will undoubtedly create hardship for many who work for and/or rely on services from the government, I am happy to inform you that the Baldrige Program will…
(Jenoptik Industrial Metrology, Rochester Hills, MI) -- Light and compact in design and easy to operate with long-lasting battery power, the Jenoptik W10 mobile surface roughness measuring system is ideally suited for measurements on the production line or machining cell. It was introduced at…
(Hexagon Metrology: North Kingstown, RI) -- Join Hexagon’s Live On Location event to learn the latest on SpatialAnalyzer, Leica Automated Solutions, PC-DMIS Touch, and much more. This three-day event will be held Oct. 9–11, 2013, at the Hexagon Metrology Precision Center, 250 Circuit Dr., in North…
(Ford Motor Co.: Dearborn, MI) -- The new F-Series trucks are the latest vehicles to benefit from Ford Motor Co.’s new dirt-detection technology to ensure optimal paint and surface quality. The system uses high-resolution cameras and reflected light to digitally identify surface imperfections finer…
(Hexagon: North Kingstown, RI) -- Hexagon Metrology has officially unveiled HexagonMetrologyU, the first e-learning portal designed to engage and support the metrology industry. The interactive platform debuts more than 30 online courses covering metrology fundamentals, basic and intermediate…
(FARO: Lake Mary, FL) -- FARO Technologies Inc., the world’s most trusted source for 3D measurement technology, was the proud sponsor of Chevrolet’s Corvette Racing Team, campaigned by Pratt & Miller Engineering, that raced in the 90th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, June 23–24, 2013, in Le…
