There is a blur between the advances in metrology and the use of advances from other industries. But sometimes, combining the best of both worlds creates products that are simple for the operator to use while also being able to provide very complex measuring results.

While a high-performance measuring machine is a prerequisite for staying competitive, many quality managers are not achieving maximum efficiency and quality with their coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).

Recently, I walked through the premier U.S. exposition featuring world class manufacturers of measuring systems in Chicago and modular fixturing is now even more popular than ever. I guess the concept is now a proven “missing link” and wrestling with parts and work holding challenges are nearly a thing of the past.

Vision Engineering Launches the Swift PRO Duo, a non-contact measuring system incorporating both video and award winning optical technologies, allowing for seamless switching between video and optical measurements.

Ed Fiantaca, former owner and president, announced his retirement and full divestiture of ownership.

Mitutoyo announced the release of the RA-6000CNC, a custom-built CNC roundness/cylindricity measuring system with best-in-class accuracy.

It’s certainly not news that more and more gages are being forced out onto the shop floor.

Mitutoyo America Corporation announces the latest version of the versatile Quick Image series 2-D vision measuring system.