Beyond the profile projector. The evolution of dimensional control in the Industry 4.0 era.
TRADITIONAL MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS: THE PROFILE PROJECTOR.
A profile projector is a popular tool on mechanical shopfloors.
Profile projector is also known as an optical comparator and is used in quality control departments. The projector basically magnifies the profile of the element and displays it on a screen. This image is then used to calculate the required measurements such as lengths, angles, and distances.
Using traditional measuring tools such as profile projectors or optical comparators can lead to a series of production efficiency problems, including:
• Time-consuming measurements.
• Measurements may be difficult to read and file.
• Complex clamping systems.
• Inconsistent operator-dependent measurements.
THE PRESENT AND THE FUTURE OF DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT.
METRIOS DIGITAL MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS.
Production methods have radically changed in the Industry 4.0 era. And we believe that the same is true for measuring methods.
The range of METRIOS measuring instruments replaces and surpasses the profile projector, providing pioneering technological and intuitive solutions for measuring all types of components, directly on the shop floor.
Digital measuring is now an essential feature of the industrial context where production machinery is interconnected and automated. Quality control is a substantial part of the production process. When it comes to measurements, objectivity, precision, and repeatability are key requirements.
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THE BENEFITS OF METRIOS MEASURING MACHINES AS OPPOSED TO TRADITIONAL MEASURING INSTRUMENTS
Drastically reduced measuring times
In just a matter of seconds, the METRIOS measurement system detects even the most complex measurements, such as distances, radii, diameters, angles, linearity, roundness, and elements constructed on virtual lines.
Intuitive results display
The software provides the operator with a histogram or traffic light display, illustrating an immediate good/reject result. The measurements are calculated on the live image of the piece. This function gives the operator immediate feedback on the measurements.
No need to position the piece accurately
The measuring system automatically detects the position of the piece so the operator is not obliged to place it accurately on the stage.
Countless measurements for each piece
Complex pieces with numerous details: the METRIOS measurement system performs all measurements in a matter of seconds, with no quantity limits.
Multi-piece measurement
The system detects, positions, and measures multiple pieces at the same time.
Consistent results
Operators do not require specific training for inspection and there is no margin of error. The results are not influenced by human interference.
