From a few points of data to thousands of points, our technicians utilize the right equipment for each project to be as effective and efficient as possible. Each type of equipment has strengths and weaknesses, depending on the application. We consider the tolerances of the blueprint, the type of material, and the geometry of the product to match the right tool with each project.

• Touch Probe Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) are the most widely used instrument to capture tactile data of a physical component. These can be used to extract singular points or many points when used in scanning mode. The data provides feedback on distances and features and allows for comparison between them. This type of equipment is extremely accurate and versatile.
• Vision CMMs utilize highly accurate cameras in conjunction with the accurate movement of the instrument to gather image data of distances and features. These also can gather singular points of data or many points. When materials are very soft, fragile, or easily scratched, a vision system may be the perfect tool to get the job done.
• 3D Laser scanning equipment enables our team to capture a very large amount of data very quickly. Products can range in size from a penny to an airplane or larger. There is a tradeoff between the amount of data and the accuracy of the data, but for getting feedback on manufacturing processes, this is one of the best ways to go.
• Industrial CT Scanning equipment is a highly accurate way of capturing large amounts of data, however it doesn’t have the speed of laser scanning equipment. There is also nothing better suited to get data about internal features and geometry. With some limitations in material type and size, this application isn’t for every product, but does a fantastic job when it’s the right fit.