Revolutionizing Precision Measurement: A Collaborative Solution for Large-Scale Industrial Automation
In the age of Industry 4.0, the demand for precision, flexibility, and efficiency in manufacturing is higher than ever. To meet these challenges, Eleven Dynamics has joined forces with Nebotix and API, bringing together cutting-edge technologies in robotics, metrology, and software to provide a turnkey solution for automated large-part measurement.
PRECISION MEASUREMENT TRENDS 2025: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Metrology has evolved significantly from manual measurement tools like calipers and micrometers to advanced digital solutions such as optical scanners and computed tomography systems.
Structured Light Scanners vs. 3D Laser Scanners: Which is Better?
3D scanning technologies have advanced significantly, with structured light and laser scanning emerging as two leading methods. Structured light scanning, which includes blue light and white light scanning, and 3D laser scanning offer unique strengths and applications, making them suitable for different use cases.
Shaping Tomorrow’s Manufacturing Workforce: Implementing Workforce Planning Strategies
The manufacturing industry is at a crossroads. With an aging workforce and an insufficient pipeline of skilled workers to fill the gap, companies are facing a looming labor crisis.
How can I measure a large part with a portable 3D measuring device?
Within the large machine manufacturing industry, operators are faced with a number of challenges when it comes to measuring a large part.
Measurement at the heart of the shop floor, Hi-Spec Precision comment on their latest CMM purchases
Recently launched by Aberlink, the Extol is a shop floor hardened CMM that not only performs rapid, accurate and repeatable inspections in the most challenging environmental conditions, but boasts an incredibly compact footprint - allowing the CMM to be positioned where it is most needed, on the shop floor.
Closing the Manufacturing Loop (Part 4): Inspection
Wrapping up a four-part series on designing a golf putter using CAD/CAM tools, the author outlines the path to perfect design and inspection.
Hexagon Announces Strategic Collaboration with JDC-Miller MotorSports to Enhance Performance and Compliance for 2025 IMSA Season
Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division today announced a strategic collaboration with JDC-Miller MotorSports, a Minnesota-based racing team renowned for competing in various IMSA series with vehicles from Porsche, Audi, Oreca, Duqueine, and more. This partnership will push the boundaries of precision and performance in motorsports engineering for the 2025 IMSA racing season.
ABB invests in Engineering Software Steyr (ESS) to reduce costs and emissions for automotive paint shops
ABB has entered into a strategic collaboration with Austria-based Engineering Software Steyr GmbH (ESS) to develop powerful simulation tools that will transform automotive paint shop operations while reducing costs by up to 30 percent.
Hexagon Expands Software Capabilities with Acquisition of 3D Systems’ Geomagic Suite
In a move to expand its software portfolio, Hexagon acquired 3D Systems’ Geomagic suite of interoperable software packages, known for being able to create high-quality 3D models from diverse sources and leveraging advanced laser scanning technology.
Hexagon Acquires CAD Service Strengthening Enhanced Visualisation Capabilities
Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence (ALI) division has announced the acquisition of CAD Service. CAD Service is a developer of advanced visualisation tools used to integrate computer-aided design (CAD) drawings, BIM models, and Reality Capture data into HxGN EAM, Hexagon’s industry-leading asset management solution designed to extend asset lifecycles and improve productivity.
Verisurf Software Announces Webinar Series
Verisurf Software, Inc. is proud to introduce an informative free webinar series providing insights on the use and best practices of intelligent model-based metrology with CAD-connected workflows for repeatable process control.
TRESCAL ACQUIRES A RECORD OF 15 COMPANIES IN 2024 TO ADD €65M IN SALES
Trescal, the global leader in calibration services, announced the acquisition of 15 calibration companies in 2024 throughout Europe, Asia, Oceania and the Americas. These acquisitions represent €65M in sales and 750 employees.
Closing the Manufacturing Loop (Part 1): How to Design a Golf Putter
A step-by-step guide on how to research and develop, design, program, simulate, verify and inspect a part before it ever touches a machine.
The Future of Manufacturing: Navigating the Impact of Artificial Intelligence
We will explore quality trends in manufacturing and provide guidance on how to prepare for the changes ahead.
Case Studies of AI for Superhuman Quality Control in Electronics
The question is not whether manufacturers should adopt AI, but how quickly they can start reaping its benefits.
NimbleTrack Wireless 3D Scanning System for Convenient and Accurate Dimensional Inspection
Known for its advanced manufacturing techniques and commitment to precision, FENSA plays a key role in producing casting components in various sizes and dimensions, often requiring rigorous inspection and quality control measures.
Shaping the Future: AI’s Future Role In 3D Scanning
In the following article executives from 3D scanning company Artec3D provide their respective visions for the evolving use of AI in 3D scanning workflows.
3D Systems Exits Metrology To Focus on 3D Printing Technologies
Following a strategic review of the Company’s software investment strategy, 3D Systems confirmed that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Geomagic software portfolio to the Manufacturing Intelligence Division of Hexagon, a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies, for $123 million.
Unethical Decisions in NDT
The most egregious ethics violation I have seen in this industry is people accepting parts without even inspecting them.