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Machine Vision Gets Smarter
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Machine Vision Gets Smarter

Machine vision systems are experiencing a significant transformation. Advances in artificial intelligence (AI), deep learning, and 3D imaging are improving inspection capabilities and making these systems more accessible. What once required extensive programming and vision expertise can now be accomplished through AI-powered systems.

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Quality made visible thanks to powerful 3DViewStation graphics
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Quality made visible thanks to powerful 3DViewStation graphics

In modern manufacturing, quality is no accident – it is the result of precise planning, comprehensive documentation, and efficient tools. Kisters 3DViewStation provides companies with a powerful visualization and analysis tool that has established itself as an indispensable component in the quality assurance of 3D CAD data. From goods receipt to prototyping to series production approval, the software enables fast, precise, and system-independent inspection of complex CAD models.

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Laser scanning transforms inspection of roofing products
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Laser scanning transforms inspection of roofing products

Few people outside the tile-making and building industry know that a good quality roof tile has to be manufactured to a tolerance as tight as plus or minus half a millimetre. It places a requirement on the research and development and quality control (QC) functions in that sector to measure prototype tiles and mass produced tile samples to ensure they are accurate.

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Advantive Acquires PINpoint, Expanding Data-Driven MES Capabilities
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Advantive Acquires PINpoint, Expanding Data-Driven MES Capabilities

Advantive, a mission-critical software provider for specialty manufacturing and distribution businesses, today announced its acquisition of PINpoint, a leading manufacturing execution system (MES) based in Burlington, Ontario, Canada. PINpoint’s MES solution broadens Advantive’s product lineup with the market’s leading comprehensive data-driven, no-code MES software.

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Five Ways Advanced Imaging is Improving Quality
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Five Ways Advanced Imaging is Improving Quality

Manufacturers today face growing pressure to deliver safe, high-quality products at faster speeds and higher volumes. Manual inspection just can’t keep up - with its limits in speed, accuracy, and consistency. That’s why advanced imaging technologies are becoming essential on the modern production line.

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The Hottest Technology Projected for Metrology in 2026:
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The Hottest Technology Projected for Metrology in 2026:

In 2026, the metrology world is experiencing a sweeping transformation, and it’s being led by a powerful convergence of technologies: AI-powered multisensor metrology systems. These systems are revolutionizing how manufacturers measure, inspect, and control quality across industries.

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PRECISION IN MEDTECH: METROLOGY FOR MEDICAL DEVICE COMPLIANCE
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PRECISION IN MEDTECH: METROLOGY FOR MEDICAL DEVICE COMPLIANCE

In the realm of medical device manufacturing, precision isn’t just a benchmark—it’s a necessity. For metrologists and production engineers, ensuring that each component meets exact specifications is vital for patient safety, regulatory compliance, and product efficacy. This article delves into the pivotal role of metrology in the medical device industry, highlighting advanced techniques, integration strategies, and the benefits of precise measurement.

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Mitutoyo MCOSMOS: Harnessing CAD-Driven Metrology
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Mitutoyo MCOSMOS: Harnessing CAD-Driven Metrology

Mitutoyo’s MCOSMOS is the industry-leading metrology software suite that transforms a coordinate measuring machine into a fully integrated, CAD-driven inspection environment. At its heart lies PartManager, the command center that organizes all measurement tasks, data, and reports.

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How Hexagon AB Is Pioneering AR in Metrology
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How Hexagon AB Is Pioneering AR in Metrology

Metrology is entering a new era, and Hexagon AB—a Swedish industrial technology giant with over €5.5 billion in revenue—is leading the charge with innovative AR-enhanced solutions.

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Seeing Beyond the Surface: Why Optical Metrology is Reshaping Quality Control
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Seeing Beyond the Surface: Why Optical Metrology is Reshaping Quality Control

“In manufacturing, it’s often what we can’t see that causes the most problems.” That statement rings especially true for quality assurance professionals, where hidden deviations in surface geometry can make or break performance, safety, and compliance. As parts become smaller, more complex, and increasingly performance-critical, traditional measurement tools are reaching their limits. The solution? A shift from tactile to optical metrology — and with it, from reactive troubleshooting to predictive quality assurance.

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