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March 2020
Non-Contact inspection – Webinars on Demand
Non-Contact inspection – Webinars on Demand
Comparing the scan of a manufactured part with its nominal CAD model.
• Review scanner specs for accuracy and resolution parameters.
• Import the nominal CAD model and scan into Control X.
a. Duplicate the CAD datums on the scan and perform a datum alignment.
b. Once aligned, produce color maps, whisker plots, 2D and 3D dimensions, GD&T and a final inspection report.
• Discuss batch processing many scans, unmanned.
• Discuss how Product Manufacturing Information […]
HP and Partners Utilize 3D Printing to Battle COVID-19
HP has organized globally with its digital manufacturing community to help with the shortage of medical supplies. More than 1000 3D printed parts have already been delivered to local hospitals.
To support these efforts, they have developed a website with files that are vetted for public use. And, those in need of parts or help with medical applications and design can also request help on the same website. Currently, they have several designs which are ready […]
Join Us For a Free Geomagic Control X Webinar
Cimquest is hosting a free webinar on Monday, March 30, 2020 11AM – noon EDT. If you’re looking to make good use of some of your downtime, please join us. During this 1-hour presentation, you can learn how to apply 3D laser scanning to part inspection in your machine shop. Here are some of the things we will cover:
- Review scanner specs for accuracy and resolution parameters.
- Import […]
Nexa3D Ultrafast 3D Printing
Let’s take a look at the new ultra-fast 3D printer from Nexa 3D, the NXE 400. Engineers are always looking to get their designs to market faster. While 3D printing has accelerated product development, most traditional platforms are still fairly slow for large parts and batches. The NXE 400 3D printer brings revolutionary speed to engineers with the ability to print 1 vertical inch every 2 1/2 […]
HP 3D Printing Technology Reveals Cost and Weight Savings
A 3D printed quick changeover insert printed with Multi Jet Fusion for HP’s Sprocket assembly line.
HP has revealed further cost and weight savings within its print and packaging businesses thanks to the internal application of its 3D printing Multi Jet Fusion additive manufacturing technology.
As the company continues to scale its ‘HP on HP’ program, more than 100 components of its Indigo 2020 press […]
Special Message Regarding the Covid-19 Situation
First of all, we wish good health and safety to our entire community. These are challenging times that we are facing; however, we can all work together to help ensure a healthy and productive time for all of us.
Cimquest has been very aggressive over the past several years in creating a service and support infrastructure so that in the rare event that such a […]