TPT November 2012

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Diameter measurement with highly precise surface inspection

Laser 6010 XY Sikora now presents an additional innovative diameter measuring system, with special focus on the combination of diameter measurement with lump inspection. Characteristic for this gauge head is the extremely precise and reliable inspection of the product surface for lumps and neckdowns. Optionally, the Tiger Laser 6010 XY can be combined with a device of the Ecocontrol-series to visualise detected faults. With the clear presentation manufacturers can evaluate faults realistically. There is also the possibility to store the pictures with the processor system Ecocontrol. The measuring principle of the Tiger Laser 6010 XY is based on the analysis of two high-resolution image sensors as they are common in digital cameras. The image sensors measure and inspect the product from two measuring planes. With this technology the surface profile of the product is optimally inspected for faults. Due to the high measuring rate, the Tiger Laser 6010 XY detects lumps with an even higher detection probability than the Laser Series 6000. In particular with the visualisation of the product surface the lump can be assessed, without a labour- or time-intensive rewinding process.

FOR high-speed diameter measurement and simultaneous lump detection of hoses and tubes Sikora already offers the Laser Series 6000. With the Tiger

Tiger Laser 6010 XY

Hose and tube manufacturers decide for a device of the Laser Series 6000 for diameter measurement and fast lump detection of products with a bigger diameter from 0.2 to 78mm. For diameter measurement and fast lump detection of products with small diameters from 0.1 to 10mm the Tiger Laser 6010 XY is the optimum solution. The Tiger Laser 6010 XY detects faults with extremely high probability and reliability. The manufacturer identifies and evaluates the faults directly at the Ecocontrol. As a result, labour- and time- intensive rewinding processes can be saved. Moreover, Sikora offers the Laser Series 2000, which measures product diameters from 50μm to 500mm.

Sikora AG – Germany Email: sales@sikora.net Website: www.sikora.net

Monitor image of the Tiger Laser 6010 XY

One-stop shop for cold rolling THE Atlas brand (DB Engg) was formed 60 years ago, and has evolved to become one of India’s largest tool equip- ment manufacturers, currently with over 600 employees and an annual turnover of over $20mn. The forming rolls division was established 25 years ago, and produces over 24,000 rolls per year. With specialist knowledge of various steel grades gained over six decades, and with an in-house design team, the company provides a complete one-stop shop for customers in the cold rolling industry. optimisation of production processes. This approach, combined with ISO- certified quality standards, has helped Atlas to become a leading Indian manufacturer of rolls for the production of tubes and other roll formed open and closed sections. The company can design and produce tube forming and open section- forming rolls ranging from 50 to 800mm in diameter. Before production all roll designs undergo a simulation and finite element analysis to achieve ameticulous final product. All manufacturing is done in the company’s state-of-the-art manufacturing workshop with over 15 CNC turning centres. The ISO-certified in-house heat treatment facility has a capacity of over 300tn/month, allowing the company to maintain world-class standards for all of its products. Over the last few years the company has made significant inroads in the worldwide tube and section manu- facturing industry by supplying to Australia, North and South Africa, the Far East, Canada, Russia, the Middle East, Europe, and various mill OEMs in India. Atlas Knives (DB Engg) – India Fax: +91 11 26386453 Email: sales@atlasknives.com Website: www.atlasknives.com By incorporating world-leading roll forming software the company is able to provide technical advice on rolls and

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