EuroWire March 2016

News Technology

Precision measuring from LaserLinc

operate the line efficiently

at measurement rates up to 12,000 per second. The Triton™ series are three-axis devices that provide the best average diameter and accurate ovality (sometimes called eccentricity) measurement, regardless of product orientation. LaserLinc’s UltraGauge+™ systems measure wall thickness as thin as 0.025mm (0.001") of materials including plastics, rubber, glass and metals. These ultrasonic systems also measure concentricity and wire eccentricity, without the need for calibration. Of particular interest to manufacturers are the options for real-time data processing and display, process control, reporting, and information sharing and integration with other plant-floor and enterprise-wide systems. LaserLinc offers its SmartLinc™ processor for easy, direct integration with PLCs and HMI platforms using standard industrial communications protocols such as EtherNet/IP. For full-featured, turnkey needs, LaserLinc’s Total Vu™ systems offer simple- to-sophisticated options: • Configurable displays mean operators can access exactly what they need to

LaserLinc offers precision, non-contact systems for measuring diameter, ovality/ eccentricity, wall thickness, concentricity and inside diameter. reduce material usage, increase production efficiency, reduce scrap, improve process and product quality, and provide documentation of product quality. In wire and cable, applications include measurement and control of insulating, jacketing, sheathing and armouring lines for products in communications, power, automation, control, instrumentation and other markets. Applications also include measurement and control in optical fibre drawing and colouring, tubing, hose, pipe, metrology and others. The equipment is designed for use in industrial manufacturing environments but works equally well for benchtop installations. LaserLinc’s line of laser micrometers cover measurement of outer diameter (OD) from 0.015mm (0.0006") to 228mm (9") The company’s systems

• Engineers get the monitoring (data capture, SPC data and graphs), control and reporting they need to document quality and improve the process • Managers get the reporting they need and can know that others have tools to achieve business objectives, such as cost savings and increased production output • All users get lifetime software support via phone, Internet and email Advanced, in-process, FFT analysis and SRL prediction are of special interest to manufacturers of communication products and are available with Total Vu systems. LaserLinc products are a key component of the manufacturing process, and LaserLinc’s warranty and service policies reflect that fact. Whether it is technical support at no charge, including Internet-based, or the “spare-in-the-air” overnight equipment replacement offer, LaserLinc is committed to being a reliable business partner. LaserLinc – USA Website : www.laserlinc.com

65

www.read-eurowire.com

March 2016