• X= 1735 mm (68.3 in.)
• Y= 2625 mm (103.3 in.)
• Z= 3170 mm (124.8 in.)

Measuring Range:

• X= 900 mm (35.4 in.)
• Y= 1500 mm (59.1 in.)
• Z= 850 mm (33.5 in.)

Work Capacity:

• X= 1045 mm (41.1 in.)
• Y= 2100 mm (82.7 in.)
• Z= 890 mm (35.0 in.)

Part Weight Capacity: 3000 lbs.

Volumetric Performance: .0068 mm (.00027in.)
Repeatability: .0021 mm (.00008 in.)
Annual calibration to ASME B89.4.1- 1997 Standard

Probe:

• Renishaw Motorized Head PH10MQ
• Renishaw Analog Scanning Probe SP600M
• Scanning Parameter Defaults: Point Density- 2 points/mm
• Acceleration- 20 mm/sec2
• Renishaw Probe Stylus Kit #6 (M4 Ruby)

Computer & Software:

• Micron PC
• PC-DMIS Basic Interactive Graphics Measurement Software
• PC-DMIS Curves & Surfaces including Sheet Metal Option
• DataPage R/T Statistical Software Option

Import/Export Formats: IGES, DXF/DWG, STEP, VDASF, XYZ, DES, DMIS, DIMS, AVAIL

Conventional equipment also available for use include: Height Gages, Surface Plates, Indicators, Calipers, Micrometers, Hardness Tester, Optical Comparator, Bore Gages, etc.

All equipment calibrated per ISO10012-1 standard.

Dimensional Inspection

• Customer supplies parts, prints, or CAD model for dimensional verification.
• Complete (full) dimensional layout option.
• Selected (critical) dimensional layout option.
• Alaark programs and measures part using CMM equipped with SP600 touch trigger & continuous contact scanning probe.
• Standard computerized report: Points, lines, and circles are graphically generated on screen when feature is measured. Graphics are printed to assist in interpreting the text inspection report.
• Formal inspection report if required- numbered print and spreadsheet inspection report.
• Graphical analysis showing out of spec. conditions. This is helpful when a hole position or a surface profile is out of spec. Graphical arrows show deviation vectors and are color coded for over, under, and % of tolerance being used.
• Design and build holding fixtures for multiple parts for future runs-if required.

First Article Inspection / ISIR's

• Dimensional inspection that usually involves a complete 100% layout of a sample produced from a new tool or design change.
• Formal inspection report- numbered print and spreadsheet inspection report.
• Graphical analysis showing deviation vectors of out of spec conditions.
• Control plans if required.

Overload Inspection

• When your own CMM or inspectors cannot keep up with inspection demands.
• When your CMM is tied up checking production but you need to do an ISIR, or vice versa.
• When you're short of personnel out on leave.
• Cost savings when you cannot justify hiring a new employee or purchase a CMM.
• Short term projects.

Reverse Engineering

Re-manufacture parts or tools without prints typically using the following process:

• Measure part or tool on CMM.
• Create an IGES file for CAD design and manufacture of part.
• Automatically create a part program for future use.
• Inspect the new part.

Reverse engineering features:

• Scanning and digitizing surfaces creating thousands of points to define complex shapes to generate computer models.
• Digitized information posted as IGES for CAD translation.
• DMIS translation system is fully compatible with major protocols for transferring data between CAD systems and CMM (see Brown & Sharpe machine specification page for file formats).

Gage Calibration

• Alaark designed, manufactured, and validated inspection fixtures.
• Customer gage and fixture validation.
• Calibration recall notices.
• Before and after readings.
• Controlled environment.
• NIST Traceability.
• Calibration performed per ISO10012-1.

Statistical Analysis

• Process capability reports
• X bar & R charts
• CP & CPK charts
• Histogram analysis
• Complete surface analysis capability
• Gage R & R
• Customized graphic reports

Metrology Outsourcing Advantages

Why outsource for metrology services?

Cost Savings

• Temporary inspection overload- companies opt to outsource when there is a lack of resources due to leave or vacation. When work backs up it's beneficial to outsource rather than implementing mandatory overtime or creating a late delivery situation.
• Economic slowdown or seasonal work- lower employee costs, temporary solution rather than hiring full time employees.
• Short term projects- when a project exceeds internal equipment capability, companies can outsource inspection rather than buying an expensive CMM. To justify the purchase of a CMM many issues must be considered. Costs to consider are the initial cost of a CMM which can run hundreds of thousands of dollars, design and fixturing costs, environmentally controlled room, hiring a dedicated programmer, training, software contracts, annual calibration costs.
• Long term projects- companies can evaluate the need for their own CMM based on the above costs and decide if outsourcing is beneficial.

Value Added advantages

• Lack of resources- Some CMM's do not have the bi-directional link with CAD or scanning probe for reverse engineering.
• Lack of expertise- some companies do not have an experienced CMM programmer with a strong metrology background.
• Neutral evaluation- Unbiased third party intermediary between a manufacturer and their supplier if there is a disagreement relating to the measurement of a part.

Client Testimonials

"If our inside shops can't do it, Alaark is one of our most trusted and reliable sources for all types of machining, EDM work, and now CMM measurement. It's a pleasure working with their staff."

Shawn Leu
Project Engineer
Thomas Industries
slue@thomasind.com

"We appreciate your support and flexibility in times when our inspection needs exceed our own CMM capacity."

Joseph Aperi
Manufacturing Engineer
J.L. French Corp.
(920) 453-4522