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Vertical lathes: Measurement of large parts with a laser tracker

Vertical lathes: Measurement of large parts with a laser tracker

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Introduction
The document is an application report by Automated Precision Europe GmbH, focusing on the use of laser trackers in vertical lathe manufacturing at Toshulin, a Czech company. The report highlights the adoption of API's laser tracker technology to enhance precision in measuring large components.

Background
During a visit to Germany in 2008, Toshulin employees witnessed the precision of a laser-based measurement system. This led to a comprehensive evaluation of available systems, resulting in the selection of API's laser tracker due to its compact size and lightweight design.

Specifications and Features
The API laser tracker is noted for its ability to measure large components quickly and accurately. It is portable, allowing for measurements at various locations, including supplier and customer sites. The Intelliprobe, a hand-held sensor, enables measurement of hidden edges and undercuts not directly visible to the tracker.

Applications and Benefits
The laser tracker is used for aligning major machine components like pedestals and rotary tables. It enhances process reliability by reducing assembly steps and improving measurement verification. The system supports project-oriented business with customer-specific developments.

Technical Challenges and Solutions
Laser trackers require direct line-of-sight for measurements. The Intelliprobe addresses this by measuring hidden structures without needing a tracker-side camera, maintaining accuracy regardless of distance. It can be retrofitted to existing trackers.

Future Prospects
Toshulin plans to use API's Active Target, a motorized SMR, for tracking and measuring moving targets. This, combined with API's VEC software for error correction, aims to enhance machine tool accuracy.

Company Overview
Founded in 1949, Toshulin is a leading producer of vertical lathes, with over 13,500 machines delivered globally. The company specializes in customer-specific solutions for various industries, including aerospace, petroleum, transport, and medical sectors.

Conclusion
The integration of API's laser tracker technology at Toshulin demonstrates the synergy between innovative machines and measurement procedures, promising enhanced precision and efficiency in manufacturing processes.

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Vertical lathes: Measurement of large parts with a laser tracker-1

Automated Precision Europe GmbH Im Breitspiel 17 69126 Heidelberg Tel: +49 (0) 6221 729 805 0 Fax: +49 (0) 6221 729 805 23 APPLICATIONREPORT Vertical lathes TRACKER3 U l t r a p o r t a b l e L a s e r Tr a c k e r OMNITRAC

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Vertical lathes: Measurement of large parts with a laser tracker-2

API Application report Automated Precision Europe GmbH | Im Breitspiel 17 | 69126 Heidelberg | 06221 729 805 0 | [email protected] | www.apisensor.com Tracker3 Vertical lathes TM It’s not too often that a visit to a supplier triggers great events, but this happened at Toshulin, a well-know manufacturer of vertical lathes from Hulin in the Czech Republic, during a visit to Germany at the end of 2008. They had come to inspect a large workpiece once more before its delivery. On-site, the Toshulin employees were eyewitnesses to a measurement using a laser-based measurement system that was capable...

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API Application report Automated Precision Europe GmbH | Im Breitspiel 17 | 69126 Heidelberg | 06221 729 805 0 | [email protected] | www.apisensor.com Tracker3 Vertical lathes TM Measurements on the assembly of a vertical lathe. With the Intelliprobe von API, which is a hand-held sensor, hidden edges and undercuts that are not in the direct line of sight of the tracker can also be measured. The laser tracker can be seen in the foreground. The company, which is in private ownership, has stable relationships going back many years with leading manufacturers in the aerospace field based in the...

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API Application report Automated Precision Europe GmbH | Im Breitspiel 17 | 69126 Heidelberg | 06221 729 805 0 | [email protected] | www.apisensor.com Tracker3 Vertical lathes TM Use of the Intelliprobe by measurement engineer Leos Smolka. Flatness, drilled holes, and the orientation of the pedestals to one another and to the rotating disk can be measured. Foto: Krones AG Foto: Toshulin Photo: Toshulin with far-reaching customer-specific developments that precede the production itself. An intensive exchange of information takes place with the client over the entire development and production...

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API Application report Automated Precision Europe GmbH | Im Breitspiel 17 | 69126 Heidelberg | 06221 729 805 0 | [email protected] | www.apisensor.com Tracker3 Vertical lathes TM Measurement of the machine frame. The measurements are carried out with an SMR, a measuring ball, whose prisms reflect the laser beam into the outer end point. Foto: Krones AG Photo: Toshulin Moving to future limits Machines from Toshulin work at the limit of the technically feasible, and it is therefore particularly important that special attention is paid to compliance with the temperature stability of the machine....

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