Precision in motion: CMM technology elevates quality standards
Serbian grinding machine manufacturer Grindex has significantly enhanced its quality control and R&D capabilities with the installation of an LK Metrology CMM — enabling faster, more precise inspection, reduced scrap and improved production efficiency.
3D Systems Completes Sale of Geomagic Software Portfolio to Hexagon
3D Systems has announced the successful completion of the sale of its Geomagic software portfolio to the Manufacturing Intelligence Division of Hexagon, a global leader in digital reality solutions, for $123 million before working capital adjustments and following the satisfaction of customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions.
Embracing the Future: Key Trends Shaping Metrology
As industries continue to push boundaries in manufacturing and technology, metrology—the science of measurement—has become a cornerstone of innovation. The need for precision and efficiency has never been greater, and metrology is evolving to meet these demands.
LPE ‘Coordinating’ Quality with Mitutoyo
The quality, reliability and longevity of manufactured products is continuously improving, in addition to enhanced design techniques and developments in material science, this progress is largely due to the use of advanced quality control methods and equipment and the application of tighter dimensional tolerances.
Mitutoyo CMM Ticks all the Boxes for AML
Just as manufacturers look to achieve increased production efficiencies and improved quality levels by investing in the best available machine tools, farsighted businesses are increasingly applying the same criteria to their Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) purchases.
Advancing Camper Van Manufacturing with SHINING 3D FreeScan Combo Series
This case introduces how VANTECH enhanced its camper van manufacturing process by adopting SHINING 3D’s FreeScan Combo series. By upgrading 3D scanning technology, VANTECH significantly reduced costs, improved scan accuracy, and boosted productivity—achieving faster processing for vehicle design and production.
Contour Scanning powered by Focus Probing Technology
Experience a new era of efficiency and flexibility with contour scanning, an additional application of Focus Probing technology! With significantly increased speed and ease of use as well as extensive automation options, scanning contours is now even faster and more intuitive.
Manufacturing quality – the result of a whole of business approach
Manufacturing quality products are not made by accident. Quality processes are needed to make them. These quality processes are not confined to the shop floor.
Being in the business of manufacturing, it’s fair to say the overwhelming focus for improvement in our sector tends to rest on production cycles. Placing the focus on how to design and make the best products makes sense. But how often do you hear industry commentators, peers or colleagues talking about the operational side of business?
CREAFORM UNVEILS CREAFORM.OS AND CREAFORM METROLOGY SUITE: A LEAP FORWARD IN 3D MEASUREMENT SOFTWARE
Creaform Metrology Suite, its revamped 3D measurement software solutions. Previously known as VXelements, these new platforms focus on an intuitive user experience to streamline metrology workflows, benefiting professionals in reverse engineering, inspection, and automated 3D scanning
Will the Next ISO 9001 Change Require More Training?
Let’s look at the processes the organization should go through to ensure effective management of whatever the 2026 version brings.
Automating Portable Manual CMMs
The evolution of 3D measurement systems has transformed manufacturing quality control, addressing diverse requirements for parts, tools, and assemblies.
The CMM Evolution To The Digital Factory
The manufacturing landscape is undergoing a radical transformation, driven by the advent of Industry 4.0 and the rise of smart factories. At the heart of this revolution lies the need for precise and reliable measurement, a role traditionally filled by Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
Revolutionising Quality Control: Turning The Ideal Into Reality
In manufacturing, achieving perfect quality control has always been an idea, until now. With rapid advancements in 3D scanning technology, industries can transform their quality control (QC) processes from reactive to proactive, ensuring precision, efficiency, and reliability at every stage.
ZEISS Lightfield 4D for instant volumetric high-speed imagingCapturing physiological and neuronal processes in 3D
ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronics. In the previous fiscal year, the ZEISS Group generated annual revenue around 11 billion euros in its four segments Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets (30 September 2024).
Minitab Extends Leadership in Statistical Process Control with the Acquisition of Prolink Software
Minitab, LLC, the market leader in data analysis, predictive analytics, and continuous process improvement, is excited to announce the acquisition of Prolink Software, LLC, the market leader in software solutions that automate data collection from inspection equipment for statistical process control and quality analytics.
3D Metrology Market Leading Innovations for 2025
The 3D Metrology market stands at the forefront of precision measurement technology, offering critical capabilities across a myriad of industries. As organizations increasingly emphasize quality control, product accuracy, and operational excellence, the demand for advanced metrology solutions has surged.
Rebutting the EVs as ‘white goods’ fallacy
There is a worrying trend among motoring journalists and opinion columns of describing Electric Vehicles (EVs) as little more than white goods. It’s a label that suggests that EVs are bland, utilitarian appliances.
FreeScan Trak ProW: Expanding the Boundaries of Industrial 3D Tracking and Scanning Systems
SHINING 3D has redefined industrial 3D measurement with the FreeScan Trak ProW, a next-generation wireless 3D dynamic tracking and scanning system.
THE FUTURE OF MANUFACTURING: HOW INDUSTRIAL 3D PRINTING & ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING ARE TRANSFORMING HIGH-PRECISION INDUSTRIES
Industrial 3D printing and additive manufacturing (AM) are revolutionizing high-precision industries like aerospace, medical, and automotive manufacturing. With the ability to create complex geometries, lightweight components, and customized designs, AM is opening new possibilities in product development and production.
Improving vehicle quality with advanced metrology
Precision is everything in the fast-paced world of automotive manufacturing, where even the smallest deviation can cause costly malfunctions or compromise safety. At the heart of this precision lies metrology – the science of measurement.