Measurement

How to Match Thickness Gage Types to Proper Applications

Different thicknesses require different gage types during inspection — four common ones are handheld indicators, handheld micrometers, opposed air streams and gage blocks.

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Siemens Sitrans CloudConnect 240 Extends Digital Awareness

Siemens Sitrans CloudConnect 240 collects a second data stream from HART-based field devices, facilitating IoT solutions for the process industry.

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Basics

Choose the Correct ID/OD Gage for the Task

Benchtop and portable comparator gages each have their place, but the differences are more than surface deep. 

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Confirming Dimensional Accuracy of a Precision Ball

A single diameter isn’t the only measurement parameter that can be used to ensure accuracy.

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Measurement

Mitutoyo MeasurLink Collection Scheduler Automates Measuring

Mitutoyo's Collection Scheduler module for its MeasureLink suite helps shops keep track of measurement processes across multiple batches or machines.

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Oil & Gas

NVision Laser Scanning Streamlines Power Plant Conversions

NVision is helping coal power plants convert to more-efficient combined cycle gas turbine systems by streamlining turbine measurement with its 3D-scanning equipment.

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Starrett's Datasure 4.0 Streamlines Data Acquisition

The L.S. Starrett Company has introduced its Datasure 4.0 system, which uses new wireless technology to provide swift, secure transfer of measurement data.

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Measurement

Project Using Marposs' Artic CTM Wins a 2020 HFTA from Ford

Marposs’ Artic CTM Toll and Process Monitoring System facilitated an award-winning process for Ford that improved tool life by 30 to 80 percent.

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Measurement

When to Use 2D or 3D Surface Measurement

Instead of committing exclusively to 2D or 3D surface measurement, shops should consider their use cases.

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LK Metrology's Metrology Gate Provides Remote Reports

LK Metrology has launched Metrology Gate, a web-based Industry 4.0 solution for monitoring and controlling inspection activities.

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