German and Swedish coordinate measuring machines critical to defense industry continued to flow to Russia in 2024
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German and Swedish coordinate measuring machines critical to defense industry continued to flow to Russia in 2024

Last year, Russia continued to import coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), which are critical for its military-industrial complex. As The Insiderfound, equipment supplies totaled over $20 million, with two leading brands standing out: Hexagon Corporation (Sweden) and Wenzel Corporation (Germany). Meanwhile, the company of GRU officer Viktor Labin, who established supplies of Western-made CMMs to Russia, has lost its position in the domestic market.

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Tips on 3D Scanning & Automation | Creaform
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Tips on 3D Scanning & Automation | Creaform

In today’s manufacturing sectors, companies are continually confronted with various pressing challenges. Labor shortages and rising labor costs require innovative solutions to maintain productivity with less staff.

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An Introduction to Portable Metrology
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An Introduction to Portable Metrology

Portable metrology tools can be used in a variety of environments, whether it’s a factory floor, construction site, dry dock, or large-scale assembly plant.

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Highest efficiency in the measurement process
Mark Boucher Mark Boucher

Highest efficiency in the measurement process

Founded in 1864, the DEUTZ AG the oldest engine factory in the world and one of the world's leading independent manufacturers of diesel engines. With around 5,000 employees, DEUTZ develops innovative engines and engines that meet the latest standards.

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Bearing Specialist Accelerates And Enhances Quality Control
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Bearing Specialist Accelerates And Enhances Quality Control

A leading UK manufacturer of bespoke bearings and one of the biggest stockholders and distributers of plain bearings and sintered parts in Europe, Abingdon-based Bowman International has significantly upgraded the inspection of its products with the purchase of a new coordinate measuring machine (CMM) built by LK Metrology, Castle Donington.

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Software, Sensors, Software Aid Testing of Transmissions at VW
Mark Boucher Mark Boucher

Software, Sensors, Software Aid Testing of Transmissions at VW

Customer expectations for the durability and comfort of cars, vans and trucks are always increasing. But, there’s a spectrum. Manufacturers must strike a balance between producing vehicles with the highest possible quality and vehicles that are affordable and profitable.

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