Part profiling: precise, noncontact dimensional measurement

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Customers demand a high degree of accuracy from the manufacturing sector when it comes to parts and products. This attitude has prompted strict adherence to gaging standards, typically using dimensional gaging equipment of the contact and noncontact types. LaserMike Inc's Z-Mike Div has developed a system which employs a scanning laser beam and two axes of motion to conduct noncontact dimensional gaging. The new system is basically cheaper than fixed gaging fixtures.

Usage, Laser beams, Measuring instruments, Lasermike Inc.

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Continuous quality improvement for plated parts

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Freeport, IL-based Micro Switch is a designer, manufacturer and marketer of various switches and sensors. The company ensures that the production and plating of metal parts are done and tested accurately. CMI International provides Micro Switch with plating thickness-measuring instruments such as the XRX and EMX. These instruments have resulted in better productivity and lesser maintenance costs, translating to an annual return of investment of approximately 33%.

Electronic components, not elsewhere classified, Computer related services, not elsewhere classified, Electrical equipment & supplies, not elsewhere classified, Electrical equipment and supplies industry, Electric equipment industry, Quality management, Plating, Honeywell Bull Inc. Micro Switch, CMI International

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Multigeometry optics for measuring finishes

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Colorimeters and spectrophotometers are indispensable in color control and differentiation. The accurate measurement and control of metallic and pearlescent finishes has been elusive until the advent of the multigeometry measurement system. These optics are particularly useful in testing the coatings and finishes of automobiles. MacBeth's goniospectrophotometer known as ColorEye is a prime example of this innovative system.

Photographic equipment and supplies, Measurement, Spectrophotometer, Spectrophotometers, Finishes and finishing, Finishes, Finishing, Kollmorgen Corp. Macbeth Div.

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