Why is measurement preparation essential in 3D metrology?
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Why is measurement preparation essential in 3D metrology?

In industries where precision is paramount – such as aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing – measurement forms the bedrock of quality control. But accurate measurement doesn’t begin when tools touch the material; it starts much earlier, with meticulous measurement preparation within manufacturing and design processes.

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From Manual Inspection to Digital Control
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From Manual Inspection to Digital Control

People always introduce variability. Traditional manual quality inspections are inconsistent, often leading to defects that are expensive to fix and difficult to trace.

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10,000th Coordinate Measuring Machine Delivered By WENZEL
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10,000th Coordinate Measuring Machine Delivered By WENZEL

WENZEL Metrology has delivered its 10,000th coordinate measuring machine (CMM) ‘Made in Germany’ to the ZF Group. This marks another important milestone for the company and underlines the close partnership with ZF, a global leader in driveline and chassis technology as well as active and passive safety technology.

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ETQ AI-Based Predictive Quality Analytics Solution
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ETQ AI-Based Predictive Quality Analytics Solution

ETQ, part of Hexagon, launched the ETQ Reliance® Predictive Quality Analytics solution, bringing a new level of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven analytics to its ETQ quality management system (QMS). The solution enables automated, early detection and proactive resolution to prevent manufacturing problems, limit production variation, speed decision making, deliver prescriptive solutions to supply chain issues and boost overall delivered quality.

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3D Scanning Drives Automotive Innovation
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3D Scanning Drives Automotive Innovation

Vision 148, an exciting automotive build project launched in London, aims to showcase the latest in manufacturing and materials technology by creating a unique one-of-one vehicle.

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9 Do's & Don'ts in Optical Metrology for Maximum Accuracy
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9 Do's & Don'ts in Optical Metrology for Maximum Accuracy

Your component is only as good as the quality control you can carry out on it. But how can you be sure that your measurement results are accurate enough? We have collected nine simple tips that will give you a real accuracy boost. Simple and incredibly effective.

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SETTING UP YOUR METROLOGY LAB FOR SUCCESS
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SETTING UP YOUR METROLOGY LAB FOR SUCCESS

When accuracy and precision lead to quality products thanks to excellent internal quality assurance processes, we want to share the success story! Vorwerk, best known for their Kobold and Thermomix brands, is just that story.

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8 Benefits a Mold Builder Should Know about 3D Scanning
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8 Benefits a Mold Builder Should Know about 3D Scanning

By adding extra material to certain parts of a casting, known as machining allowance, engineers enable their machining to the required size, accuracy and surface finish. It is an important way to largely reduce the defective rates of castings.

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If it’s Boeing – I’m not Going!
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If it’s Boeing – I’m not Going!

This phrase (“If it’s Boeing, I’m not Going”) is unfortunately what two astronauts are saying on the International Space Station (ISS) today. Their Boeing Starliner transport which got them to the ISS, is not going to return them to planet earth. Many years ago, Boeing was known around the world for their product quality.

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