Hexagon Metrology Launches PC-DMIS 2012

By DE Editors

Hexagon Metrology released PC-DMIS 2012, an upgrade of its metrology software.

The solution includes a new feature, ClearanceCube, to eliminate potential collisions of part and probe. ClearanceCube attaches a protective virtual envelope around the part being measured and guides the probe to avoid that area. The software automatically completes all safety moves so the operator can simply box-select a group of features, then use the Path Optimizer feature to determine the most effective path. The ClearanceCube is assigned to the selected feature, not the plan, which the company says simplifies additions and changes to the inspection routine.

When inspection data is imported into CAD, PC-DMIS 2012 has the ability to "remember" the current translation of assembled components, so the CAD file does not need to be repositioned. Revisions to the CAD file prompt the Change Manager to highlight those design changes automatically. Another enhancement is the new Measurement Strategies for AutoFeatures. Users can now scan planes, circles, cylinders and cones directly from the AutoFeature dialog box with automatic setting of speed, point density, and filtering parameters.

Sortable Features provides a way to search features by ID, type, program sequence or time in various dialog boxes. The new Summary Mode enhancement adds intelligent, color-coded and symbolic text to avoid the time spent sorting through an inspection report for dimensional compliance. Specialized options are also available for customers with an Optiv vision system or those involved in the inspection of blades.

For more information, visit Hexagon Metrology.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company's website.