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MoveInspect Software Version 6 is launched

Braunschweig/Germany, 19 April 2013 – Just in time for the Control show in Stuttgart/Germany, AICON 3D Systems launches the MoveInspect software version 6 with numerous new functions.

One innovation is the Mini-App which gives the operator a constant feedback on the status of the MoveInspect system. While working in the inspection software (e. g. PolyWorks), the Mini-App is constantly in the foreground and reports the status of cameras, MI.Probe and measurement process.

Furthermore, the operator can easily calibrate the cameras by one click on the calibration menu.

Additionally, the new software version includes an online-interface on basis of TCP/IP. This interface provides 3D/6D-coordinates for further processing and visualization – either via individual customer’s software or by the visualization program LabView (National Instruments), provided by AICON. Additionally, the software now allows the measurement of surface points by tracking through the different measuring sequences.

For all users of MoveInspect DPS, the AICON system for dummy positioning, there is an additional new function: the parallel activation of two active probes. Moreover, the reliability of active probe measurement has been increased.

Holders of appropriate licenses and a valid software maintenance contract will automatically receive all new features with the next software update.

 

About AICON:

AICON 3D Systems is one of the world’s leading providers of optical camera-based 3D measuring systems. The company, founded in 1990, develops and distributes systems for the business areas of inspection and testing including car safety and tube inspection. Since the acquisition of Breuckmann GmbH in August 2012, the product range also includes scanners for 3D measurement of complex geometries. AICON’s reference list boasts renowned automotive manufacturers and suppliers, companies from the aerospace industry, and the areas of shipbuilding and renewable energies. Its latest products for automated test and process control open new worldwide market fields and obtain outstanding growth. For more information please visit www.aicon3d.com | www.breuckmann.com.

 

Contact AICON Sales: AICON 3D Systems GmbH Malte Allertseder Biberweg 30 C D – 38114 Braunschweig Tel.: +49 (0)531 58 000 903 Fax: +49 (0)531 58 000 60 E-Mail: malte.allertseder@aicon.de	AICON Press Contact: AICON 3D Systems GmbH Regina Marszalkowski-Wulf Biberweg 30 C D – 38114 Braunschweig Tel.: +49 (0)531 58 000 564 Fax: +49 (0)531 58 000 60 E-Mail: regina.wulf@aicon.de

 

Made in Braunschweig: The patented AICON measuring adapters

Braunschweig/Germany, 19 April 2013 – At first sight, they look like simple dice – but in fact, they are highly precise measuring equipment: AICON’s measuring adapters for the measurement of geometric features such as holes, edges, corners or surface points. And AICON has had this product development patented. AICON Patent is now clearly readable on every adapter!

The patented adapters are applied for 3D coordinate measurements with a hand-held digital camera, as for example the AICON measurement system DPA. In such a measurement, several photos of the object are taken from different directions. These photos are automatically analyzed. As a result, the user gets processable 3D data, accurate to the micrometer. Typical fields of application are inspection, deformation measurement, referencing of 3D scanners, and component alignment. The measurement adapters are used to signalize the required measuring points.

Users of the DPA system appreciate AICON’s measuring adapters for their high precision and user-independence. They can be measured from all directions, without manual alignment as with other manufacturers. Furthermore, they include many different interfaces to the measured geometries and a fully automatic identification. The adapters are quickly usable and very robust. The measurement is highly reliable even in production environment with dust and vibrations.

Every user should profit from these advantages; therefore, the patented adapters can also be used in combination with other manufacturers’ photogrammetry systems.

About AICON:

AICON 3D Systems is one of the world’s leading providers of optical camera-based 3D measuring systems. The company, founded in 1990, develops and distributes systems for the business areas of inspection and testing including car safety and tube inspection. Since the acquisition of Breuckmann GmbH in August 2012, the product range also includes scanners for 3D measurement of complex geometries. AICON’s reference list boasts renowned automotive manufacturers and suppliers, companies from the aerospace industry, and the areas of shipbuilding and renewable energies. Its latest products for automated test and process control open new worldwide market fields and obtain outstanding growth. For more information please visit www.aicon3d.com | www.breuckmann.com.

CMSC Members receive discount for SPAR International Conference

Please join CMSC at the 10^th annual SPAR International Conference on End-to-End 3D taking place April 15-18, 2013 at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

If you’ve attended a previous edition of SPAR International, you know it’s a key annual event where all major 3D innovators convene to discuss the state of the industry, learn best practices, share ideas across diverse business segments, and compare and qualify solutions from the foremost 3D imaging hardware manufacturers and software developers.

If you’ve never been to a SPAR conference, be prepared for a deep-dive into the latest advances in 3D capture, processing and delivery to drive efficiency, boost productivity, increase safety and mitigate project risk.

 

 

 

 

Top 5 reasons to attend:

1. Top-notch education.  Expect to learn best practices on 3D laser scanning, Lidar, 3D-4D GIS, mobile surveying, photogrammetry, underwater measurement, point cloud processing, automated feature extraction, integrating technologies, clash detection, BIM, standardizing data formats, intelligent 3D models, augmented reality and more. See the full program here. 
2. 80+ expert presenters. Check out the lineup of SPAR International presenters, among the most knowledgeable and respected 3D authorities on the planet.
3. Networking opportunities. Make valuable connections at SPAR International during roundtable discussions, social events and in the exhibit hall.
4. Exhibits. Compare and qualify solutions from the foremost 3D imaging hardware manufacturers and software developers. Exhibitors include Autodesk, Bentley, Esri, FARO, Leica Geosystems, MDL, Optech, RIEGL, Surphaser, Topcon, Trimble, Z+F. See the full list here. Be sure to visit the CMSC booth!
5. Discounted admission.  If you are a CMSC member, you can take 10% off the regular admission price. Email marketing@cmsc.org to become a CMSC member and receive your discount code today! 

Coordinate Metrology Society Announces Call for Papers for their 2013 Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference (CMSC) in San Diego, CA

The Coordinate Metrology Society (CMS) today announced their call for papers is now open for the 29th annual Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference (CMSC) to be held July 22 – 26, 2013 in San Diego, CA. The CMS is the eminent membership association for measurement professionals around the globe. The organization cordially invites its community members and metrology professionals in manufacturing, science research, and academia to submit abstracts for technical papers and presentations. The CMS accepts submissions covering the successful deployment of 3D coordinate measurement systems, industry best practices, and scientific research and developments. The Coordinate Metrology Society convenes each year at the CMSC, a unique event designed for users of portable, high-precision measurement technology utilized to inspect manufactured and assembled components on the factory floor.

The CMS Executive Committee peer-reviews and considers each abstract for presentation at CMSC 2013. The deadline for abstracts is March 15, 2013. Notification of acceptance will occur on April 1, 2013. For more information about presenting a technical paper at CMSC 2013, contact Michael Raphael, Technical Presentations Coordinator at presentations@cmsc.org. Guidelines for presentations and technical papers can be downloaded at 2013 CMSC Guidelines. The CMS Executive Committee appraises all technical papers presented at the CMSC, and selects the conference’s best papers for publication in The Journal of the CMSC.

At CMSC 2012, 26 expert presentations were delivered by industry leaders from The Boeing Company, GKN Aerospace, NIST, Lockheed Martin, Hitachi Engineering & Services, ISRO Satellite Centre, Clemson University, Argonne National Laboratory, Schneider-Electric, Dassault Systemes, U.S. Army Research Laboratory, U.S. Navy Reverse Engineering Laboratory, National Research Council of Canada, Leibniz University Hannover, and other companies and educational institutions covering technology, theory, and practice to advance the field of 3D metrology.

Michael Raphael of the CMSC Interview – As seen on QDL November 30, 2012

Michael Raphael of the CMSC announces “Call for Papers” will begin on Monday, December 10th. Watch here and learn why you need to attend the CMSC 2013 in San Diego, CA!

 Visit http://www.CMSC.org for more details

A Plug-in for the Nikon Laser Radar Device Is Now Available in PolyWorks® V12.1

QUEBEC, QC, CANADA, November 28, 2012 — InnovMetric Software Inc. announced today that it has developed a free plug-in for the Nikon Metrology Laser Radar MV224 and MV330/350 devices. Operated with PolyWorks|Inspector™, this plug-in is fully integrated into version 12.1 of PolyWorks.

The Nikon Laser Radar is a solution of choice for large-volume inspection as it provides automated, non-contact, and targetless 3D measurement. With this new plug-in, the capabilities of the Laser Radar device can now be extended to PolyWorks. What’s more, since the development of the plug-in is based on Nikon’s software development kit (SDK), it offers the specialized measurement techniques that Nikon has developed over the years.

The seamless integration of this plug-in enables operators to drive the Laser Radar with PolyWorks|Inspector. InnovMetric also developed innovative measurement techniques based on the nominal definition where the operator simply selects the features with nominal components and comparison points, and with a single click, all measurements are automatically performed.

“As part of our efforts to continually release innovative technologies, we work closely with our customers to develop solutions that simplify their processes,” said Louis-Jérôme Doyon, director of sales, Americas at InnovMetric. “With this in mind, we delivered the most user-friendly plug-in on the market that streamlines the Nikon Laser Radar measurement process.”

About InnovMetric Software

Founded in 1994, in Québec, QC, Canada, with subsidiaries and distributors worldwide, InnovMetric Software Inc. develops and commercializes PolyWorks, a universal 3D metrology software platform that offers the flexibility of combining high-density point cloud digitizers and tactile probing devices within the same measurement task, ensuring optimal accuracy and speed under all circumstances. The world’s largest industrial manufacturing organizations that use PolyWorks every day trust it for its flexibility, its robustness, and top-of-the-class technical support.

CMS Hosts Careers Fair at 2012 CMSC Conference!

You are invited to attend a very special event at this year’s Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference at The Roosevelt Hotel, New Orleans, LA, from July 16 – 20, 2012. The Coordinate Metrology Society (CMS), the eminent membership association for measurement professionals, is hosting the first CMSC Metrology Careers Fair during the Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference on Thursday, July 19, from 10am – 11:30am, in the Exhibition Hall located in the Roosevelt Ballroom, at The Roosevelt Hotel. Visit our website: www.cmsc.org/cmsccareerfair.
 
This event is designed to generate interest in the field of metrology, and to engage and educate young engineers, measurement novices and experts, and industrial professionals looking for a new career path.  Attendees are encouraged to bring their resumes and questions about the field of metrology. Admission to the CMSC Metrology Careers Fair is free.
 
Careers Fair attendees will have the opportunity to meet more than 40 OEM manufacturers, service providers, and other companies involved with close-tolerance industrial coordinate measurement systems and technology, including Nikon Metrology, Faro Technologies, Hexagon Metrology, The Boeing Company, ATT Metrology Services and more.
 
In our last two CMCS World online publications, more than 20 Metrology companies had job openings, and we are encouraged that this trend will continue into the foreseeable future. The Coordinate Metrology Society looks forward to your participation for a successful Metrology Careers Fair. You must check in at the Conference Registration Desk to gain entry to the Metrology Careers Fair.

To RSVP or for more information visit www.cmsc.org/cmsccareerfair or contact us via email at marketing@cmsc.org, or call 860-399-1147 or 253-332-0075.

CMSC 2012 Offers Bone Marrow Drive!

CMSC in collaboration with the National Marrow Donor Program will be hosting a donor registry drive at this years conference.

• Date: Wednesday, July 18th
• Time: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Place:  Roosevelt Ballroom (CMSC Exhibition Hall)

Thousands of patients hope for a bone marrow donor who can make their life-saving transplant possible. They depend on people like you. You have the power to save a life. Take your first step today.  

If you are considering taking part in this event please take a look at this informational video or visit their website to find out more about joining the registry. 

If you are not able to participate in the registry, please consider helping support the program with a monetary donation. Be the Match volunteers will be present to accept donations at the event.

For more details, visit http://www.cmsc.org/bethematch.

Introducing your 2013 EC Nominees!

Executive Vice Chair

The Vice-Chair, along with the Chair, Past-Chair and Executive Committee conduct the business and financial affairs of the CMS in accordance with the CMS Bylaws and established Policies and Procedures. This is a three-year commitment. The first year is spent as Vice-Chair, the second as Chair and the third as Past Chair. The Vice-Chair position is limited to two candidates for election.

 

Executive Committee

There are four Executive Committee positions. Each year two of the four positions become vacant. Executive Committee members, along with the Vice-Chair, Chair and Past-Chair conduct the business and financial affairs of the CMS in accordance with the CMS Bylaws and established Policies and Procedures. Each Executive Committee position is a two-year commitment.

Vice Chair Candidates

Robert Clem – Spirit AeroSpace

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Ron Hicks – API Services

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EC Candidates (2 positions available)

Gary Confalone – East Coast Metrology

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Keith Bevan – National Physical Laboratory’s

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Scott Sandwith – New River Kinematics

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Martin Lambky – Spirit AeroSystems

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Historic Preservation Project

API Services and New River Kinematics teamed up this past month for a historic preservation project at St. Luke’s Church and Museum in Smithfield, VA. Together, they provided a full building scan and collected point cloud data to keep record for the church and its ongoing restoration.

“For nearly four centuries, Historic St. Luke’s Church has persevered through war, destruction, misuse and abandonment, witnessing the great events of our nation’s history (www.historiclukes.org)”. This historic landmark is known to host the oldest Gothic Architecture in America, dating back to the 1600’s. Today, tourists from all over the country come to learn about its history, marvel at the architecture and pay respect to those who were buried in the cemetery. St. Luke’s offers church services to the public and still hosts events and weddings.

API Services provided a full scan of the church; both interior and exterior in just a few hours. By teaming up the most advanced laser tracker and 3D laser scanner, the new SMART Scanning process, provided the most accurate and efficient process in the industry to date! API Services has proven this process to reduce time, reduce costs, provide documentation on measurement uncertainty and positively impact any going processes.

Prior to the scan, St. Luke’s board members voiced their concern that they felt the front tower was slightly leaning. As a result of the scan; API Services collected data to show that the structure was in fact not leaning instead the elevation of the ground was not level; giving the illusion that the tower was leaning. The structure appears to have been well preserved over the years with the normal wear associated with this type of building.

All of the data collected by the scanning devices were placed into instrument interface software by New River Kinematics, called Spatial Analyzer. This unique component allows API Services to work with multiple instruments at once, which gives the SMART Scanning process a huge competitive advantage over any one else in the industry. Once the data and software have integrated, the results created a digital frame of reference. This allows API Services and New River Kinematics to revisit the church and tie back in using key points of reference for future structure analysis.

For projects, like the church, having accurate structure measurement data, allows the church to continue its preservation efforts and keep the original integrity of the building. API Services and New River Kinematics plans to revisit the church in the future to compare scans and assist in its historic preservation.

To learn more about API Services’ new scanning process, SMART Scanning, please visit http://www.apitechnical.com/services/smart-scanning-accurate-3d-scanning/