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Testing and Measuring - Page 25
- From The Fabricator
KT-100S hand-held analyzer from Rigaku identifies alloys in less than 2 sec.
- Sep 20, 2018
- Product Release
Rigaku Analytical Devices has introduced the KT-100S™ hand-held analyzer for metal alloy analysis. This laser induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) unit, designed for use in tough environments like fabrication shops and scrap metal yards, can identify a large number of alloys in less than 2 sec....
- From The Fabricator
Dimensional Control Systems’ Closed Loop Manufacturing automates collection of measurement data
- Sep 19, 2018
- Product Release
Dimensional Control Systems provides Closed Loop Manufacturing, which uses a CAD model to drive design information through the product lifecycle, creating measurement plans for suppliers and manufacturing from the model, using it for GD&T and as a tool for both root cause analysis and continuous...
- From The Fabricator
White paper from Spectro discusses elemental analysis of small parts
- Sep 7, 2018
- Product Release
Spectro Analytical Instruments has published a new white paper, “High-precision Analysis of Small Parts for Aerospace and Automotive Applications.” Available at http://bit.ly/2BerPAF, the paper surveys the benefits and drawbacks of existing quality control approaches and examines the advantages...
- From The Fabricator
Mahr to continue technology partnership with Joe Gibbs Racing
- Sep 6, 2018
- News Release
Mahr Inc., a Providence, R.I.-based provider of dimensional metrology systems, has announced a three-year extension of its 16-year technology partnership with NASCAR’s Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR). JGR’s metrology lab employs Mahr hand tools like micrometers and calipers at all 35 stations to ensure...
- From The Fabricator
Absolute Arm measuring arm from Hexagon redesigned
- Sep 6, 2018
- Product Release
Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has unveiled its new, redesigned Absolute Arm line of portable measuring arms. The new modular wrist design allows both the RS5 laser scanner and the pistol grip (available in several sizes) to be completely removed to facilitate probing in tight...
- From The Fabricator
Fracture mechanics lab manager joins Laboratory Testing
- Sep 5, 2018
- News Release
Dr. Mehrdad Zoroufi has joined Laboratory Testing Inc. (LTI), Hatfield, Pa., as the fracture mechanics lab manager. He received a doctorate in mechanical engineering from the University of Toledo and is a licensed professional engineer. Zoroufi has an extensive background in fracture mechanics,...
- From The Fabricator
Hexagon’s Optiv Performance 322 CMM offers ISO 10360 standard-compliant accuracy
- Aug 31, 2018
- Product Release
Hexagon Mfg. Intelligence has introduced the Optiv Performance 322 CMM, a customizable, upgradeable benchtop unit. The small-footprint machine is suitable for the inspection of sheet metal stampings and profile scanning. Weighing less than 400 lbs., the fixed-bridge, moving-table machine is light...
- From The Fabricator
FARO Prizm laser line probe scans in 3-D color
- Aug 29, 2018
- Product Release
FARO® has introduced the Prizm™ laser line probe, which can scan in high-resolution, 3-D color. It is designed to operate as a compact, integrated system with the company’s Quantum ScanArm, delivering consistent measurement for direct-to-parts contact and noncontact applications. The color...
- From The Fabricator
Buhler to offer webinar on metallographic preparation of nonferrous materials
- Aug 24, 2018
- News Release
Lake Bluff, Ill.-based Buehler, an ITW Co. and manufacturer of value-added consumables and material testing equipment, will host a series of metallographic preparation webinars. The first in the series, “Preparation of Nonferrous Materials,” focuses on aerospace applications. The complimentary...
- From The Fabricator
Ametek Surface Vision appoints vice president
- Aug 15, 2018
- News Release
Ametek Surface Vision, Hayward, Calif., has appointed Jason Zyglis to the newly created role of divisional vice president of project and product management. A graduate of the State University of New York College of Environmental Science & Forestry at Syracuse University with a degree in paper...
- From The Fabricator
Starrett 2700 digital electronic indicators conform to true AGD Group 1 dimensions
- Aug 15, 2018
- Product Release
The L.S. Starrett Co. has introduced its 2700 series electronic indicators that conform to the true American Gage Design (AGD) Group 1 dimensions, providing the ability to replace traditional mechanical indicating applications in the smallest AGD size specification class. The gages feature a...
- From The Fabricator
Hexagon’s PC-DMIS 2018 R2 measurement software offers workflow improvements
- Aug 14, 2018
- Product Release
Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence Division has launched PC-DMIS 2018 R2. This is the second of two major releases scheduled for the program in 2018. This version introduces a reporting workflow that relies on a drag/drop and an intuitive sideshow-style interface. A new QuickPath tool expands...
- From The Fabricator
Mahr Inc. introduces MarSurf CM optical 3-D surface metrology systems
- Aug 13, 2018
- Product Release
Mahr Inc. has introduced the MarSurf CM series of optical 3-D surface metrology systems for industry and research applications. Confocal technology with high-precision 16-bit HDR delivers 3-D surface topography data, enabling new insights into surface structures and processing, the company says....
- From The Fabricator
Laboratory Testing names key account manager
- Aug 7, 2018
- News Release
Hatfield, Pa.-based Laboratory Testing Inc. (LTI), an independent metal testing and metrology laboratory specializing in commercial material testing, NDT, specimen machining, dimensional inspection, and calibration services, has added Key Account Manager Rich Emery to its sales and service team....
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Mahr’s MarSurf contour measurement system allows improved throughput
- Aug 6, 2018
- Product Release
Mahr Inc. has introduced the first in new a line of surface finish and contour measurement systems, the MarSurf CD (contour drive) series. It allows for the measurement of the shape of a surface, often referred to as the contour or form, and provides dimensional information such as angles, depths,...
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