Automated measurement and evaluation Automated measurement of surface roughness parameters The AutomationManager is a software platform that enables the automated and user-independent surface measurement and evaluation of micro-precision components or micro-structured surfaces on large components. The process is based on the interaction between an administrator, who defines the measurement program, and operators in the production area. The operator starts pre-programmed measurements at the touch of a button, the selection of the components to be measured is done using a drop-down CAD CAM connection for virtual planning A CAD CAM connection makes it possible to define measurement points, measurement direction etc. directly in the CAD file of the reference component. Tilt angle, travel direction in XYZ as well as rotation angle are automatically calculated and synchronized with the AutomationManager. A simulation makes it possible to create a preview of the measurement process to be carried out, which ensures a safe and secure measurement planning. menu or barcode scanner. The measurement and evaluation of surface roughness and/or form parameters proceeds automatically, the worker has no influence on the measurement result. At the end an O.K./ not O.K. report is provided. AutomationManager offers a range of additional options for automated quality assurance and connection to existing production systems. Automated measurement of dimension, position and shape Automatic defect detection and measurement Using Alicona Inspect, automated dimen- With Defect Measurement, users automat- sional inspection of components is provided. ically detect and quantify defects on com- Parameters and positions to be measured ponent surfaces and edges. Areal-based are individually defined by an administrator 3D measurements allow the visualization beforehand and include angle, distances, and measurement of defects and scratches roundness, shape deviations, positional rela- over large areas (10x10 cm). In addition to tionships and many more. other parameters, users evaluate number, length, depth, volume and height of defects. Applications include corrosion measurement on metal plates, verification of defects and breakage on turbine components as well as measurement of burrs on pressed raw parts of i.e. inserts. alicona | SmartManufacturing | AutomationManager SmartManufacturing I AutomationManager I alicona