TPT July 2019

MEA SUR I NG & MARK I NG

Using measuring technique to its full potential WITH the X-Ray measuring system X-Ray 6000 Pro from Sikora, quality control of hoses and tubes is completed faster and more precisely, directly in the extrusion line.

processor system with a vertically mounted 22" TFT monitor that shows the measuring values numerically as well as graphically as trend and statisti- cal data. The wall thickness is displayed with eight measuring values as stan- dard. Additionally, an intelligent physical evaluation model determines the mini- mum wall thickness, meaning the avail- able value that optimally supports the operator to control the process. The physical model enables the visualisation of the wall thickness at any position over the total circumference of the hose or tube. For example, as an alternative to the standard display of eight measuring values, a visualisation of 12 or more measuring values is possible. The operator selects how many points and at which position the values will be displayed. In addition the processor system is used for automatic control of the line speed. This ensures that the tube complies with the given specifications and offers high performance for process optimisation and productivity. The X-Ray 6000 is available as an alternative to the X-Ray 6000 Pro. The measuring system focuses on single- layer products. The product data is displayed on an integrated 7" monitor at four measuring points. In combination with an Ecocontrol 6000, 1000 or 600 processor system, a line control that displays line speed or extruder rpm is also available.

Since the early 1990s, Sikora has been offering X-ray technologies in combination with processor systems for the quality control of cables. In 2004, these technologies were transferred to the hose and tube area. While processor systems of the first generation were limited to visualising four measuring values, their mean value and the smallest wall thickness, the operator now receives a more complex display due to higher processor performance. The X-Ray 6000 Pro, used for the measurement of multi-layered products, is combined with the Ecocontrol 6000 display and control unit, a powerful

Within milliseconds, an X-ray image of the product is generated showing all measuring values, such as diameter, ovality, wall thickness and eccentricity. The measuring values are visualised on the monitor of the Ecocontrol 6000 processor system. Sikora continuously optimises the performance of the measurement solutions, enabling the operator to use its full potential for process optimisation.

X-Ray 6000 Pro with standard display

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

Automating measurements with large-capacity video CNC system

base for extra stability and measuring accuracy; and a 3D touch probe option for measuring complex features and 3D forms, such as cylinders, cones and spheres. Vision Engineering Ltd – UK Email: generalinfo@visioneng.co.uk Website: www.visioneng.com

machining, casting, plastic moulding, electronics and medical device manufacturing. Key features include a largemeasuring stage (400 x 300 x 200mm); 5 MP USB 3.0 camera; six-position motorised zoom lens for automatically changing magnification in measurement routines; easy-to-use M3 software; a granite

VISION Engineering’s LVC400 is a fully automated three-axis video measurement system, suitable for measuring large components or multiple small components, quickly, easily and accurately. LVC400 has the power and flexibility to meet demanding measurement requirements and suits industry applications including precision

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