Improving Quality Control Processes with a 3D Laser Scanner
September 1, 2014
"Quality inspection processes often have to be balanced with the need for speed - especially when the part in question has multiple features or compound curves," said a ShapeGrabber spokesperson. "Complex parts can be time-consuming to properly measure and inspect using traditional methods such as touch-probing, calipers or gauges.
"When many points need to be measured and speed is important, automated 3D laser scanners are often the answer. Rather than cutting corners or simply not being able to inspect some parts or points, manufacturers can use 3D scanners for rapid, thorough quality inspection.
"Within minutes, a 3D laser scanner automatically captures a dense 'point cloud' of millions of data points that represent the entire surface area of the part. With this data, manufacturers can:
- Reduce inspection time
- Quickly troubleshoot fit problems
- Evaluate part wear
- Measure whole parts rather than just a few points
- Minimize equipment downtime and make rapid Go/No Go decisions."
3D laser scanners are suitable in a variety of quality control environments. In particular, an automated 3D scanner is designed to enhance 100% inspection, statistical process control (SPC) and production part approval processes (PPAP). No special skills are required to conduct the scan, and the scanned data can be quickly compared to spec via direct comparison to CAD models. The data can also be used to generate visual reports that show deficiencies at a glance.
"The ShapeGrabber Ai310 automated 3D scanner makes quick work of quality inspection," said the spokesperson. "It not only reduces the inspection time required, but also generates more thorough results as well as automated reports."
For more information contact:
ShapeGrabber
1900 City Park Drive, Suite 512
Ottawa, ON K1J 1A3
Canada
613-247-1707
www.shapegrabber.com
IMTS 2014 Booth E-5602
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