September 11, 2024
Throughout this event, Creaform will demonstrate practical applications of its 3D scanning technologies to improve quality control and quality assurance in sheet metal manufacturing.
Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany, September 11, 2024—Creaform, a business of AMETEK, Inc. and a worldwide provider of automated and portable 3D measurement solutions, announces its participation in EuroBLECH 2024.
Creaform will showcase its most recent solutions designed specifically for quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) applications in the sheet metal industry. Experts will be available to demonstrate how Creaform's technologies can optimize quality control processes, reduce production costs, and ensure the highest quality of parts.
Choosing the right measuring device for stamped or laser-cut sheet metal parts depends on specific needs. Some devices offer quick measurements, while others provide detailed and precise data. Some are designed for large parts, while others excel in measuring intricate details. In addition, there are portable and stationary tools as well as those using probing or scanning technology. Selecting the appropriate device ensures high standards of quality and efficiency, particularly in the sheet metal industry.
Portable Laser-based 3D Scanners
Geo-positioned, portable laser-based scanners, such as Creaform’s MetraSCAN BLACK|Elite, are unaffected by ambient lighting, surface reflectivity, or the number of images taken. It relies on the amount of raw data captured, ensuring high accuracy. The technology allows easy deployment without positioning targets and compensates for vibrations and environmental instabilities. As a portable device, it enables on-site measurements directly on the shop floor, making it ideal for quality control and troubleshooting in production environments.
The HandySCAN 3D|BLACK Series is another portable, high-accuracy handheld 3D scanner suitable for quick, on-site quality assessments and reverse engineering. It captures fine details and large volumes thanks to its high-performance optics and multiple blue-laser technology. With ultra-fast measurement speeds and instant meshes, users can cut down the time it takes to generate workable files, accelerating workflows in time-pressed projects.
Automated 3D Scanning Solutions
Automated quality control solutions with cobots allow users to operate scanners in both handheld and automated modes for continuous measurement accuracy and flexibility. With the Automation Kit, Creaform offers a new versatile and intuitive hybrid solution which allows the operator to use the HandySCAN 3D and MetraSCAN 3D scanners in portable mode as well as in automated mode. It is a unique and accessible approach to leveraging current 3D scanning technologies—all while benefiting from advantages automation provides in today’s hyper-competitive, tight labour market.
Integrated 3D Scanning Software with Advanced Processing Algorithms
Creaform’s VXelements software incorporates advanced processing algorithms to maximize accuracy and speed. This integration enhances data acquisition reliability and provides high-density visual feedback in a user-friendly environment. The seamless integration of this software contributes to efficient quality control and troubleshooting processes, allowing manufacturers to maintain high standards of product quality.
Benefits for the Sheet Metal Industry
For the sheet metal industry, which demands stringent quality and efficiency standards for sheet metal parts, geo-positioned portable laser-based 3D scanners, like the Creaform HandySCAN 3D and MetraSCAN 3D, paired with advanced processing algorithms, offer the most complete QC, QA and reverse engineering solution. This technology combines speed, accuracy, and ease of integration into high-volume manufacturing environments. Providing reliable and repeatable 3D measurements covers aspects of part quality, from dimensional accuracy to surface integrity.
Creaform will be at EuroBLECH: Hall 13, Booth F79.