The ability to do work and verify its accuracy at the same time. 0 QUALITY CHECK & INSPECTIONS IN PRODUCTION TIME with THE NEW SMAC MULTI-AXIS ACTUATOR SYSTEM XYZ COORDINATE VERIFICATION MACHINE

The ability to do work and verify its accuracy at the same time. 1 THE 3D-XYZ COORDINATE MACHINE FROM SMAC An actuator system that combines all the advantages of our unique SMAC technology... The new SMAC XYZ system is a quality check (QC) development that measures and verifies three dimensional features. We are using modified SMAC actuators and multiple actuator assemblies to set up this multi-axis control solution. Any SMAC actuator can be combined into one system: slide, linear, and rotary/linear units. Specific arrangements of the units deliver the capability to learn and follow a certain...

The ability to do work and verify its accuracy at the same time. 2 The Industry’s Need for High Quality Measurement Systems Strict specifications and quality standards in production lines have become a major issue in the acceptance and use of industrially manufactured parts over recent years. All major industries, e.g. automotive, aerospace and medical product manufacturers, using assembly standards have moved from sigma level sampling to ZERO DEFECT requirements. Without being able to provide 100% accuracy in production, companies will increasingly struggle for acceptance in the supply chain....

The ability to do work and verify its accuracy at the same time. 3 SMAC technology: The voice coil linear actuator is a robust high-precision manufacturing and measurement tool which is designed for long-life and durability. Users benefit from high speed, repeatable tool with no backlash and low hysteresis. Each actuator can be programmed in three modes: force, position & velocity. These values are constantly monitored and verified against the required specification. The standard encoder resolution with all SMAC actuators is 5 micron; the highest resolution possible is 0.1 micron with a repeatability...

The ability to do work and verify its accuracy at the same time. 4 SMAC QC solution compared with conventional solutions (Steve Curtiss’ findings based on his experiences in the field. Steve Curtiss, SMAC application manager in the US Michigan area, has been with us for more than 6 years.) Cameras SMAC actuators Optical distortions possible Need of steady light source for images without shadows Vibrations can blur the image Difficulties under harsh environments (oil, coolant mist, etc.) Often manual gauge method required Contact measurement, no optical distortion no reliance on additional equipment...

The ability to do work and verify its accuracy at the same time. 5 SMAC sample applications SMAC unique electric actuator configuration such as mini inline XYZ gauging systems gives you the capability of parts inspection (eliminating faulty ones) and quality control of the manufacturing process by immediate feedback and adjustment of critical features. Volumes up to 100 cubic mm can be covered by a single system. The SMAC multi-axis system is able to measure various features simultaneously: external/internal dimensions, threads, bores, grooves while checking for burrs. All this can be done in...

The ability to do work and verify its accuracy at the same time. 6 Proof 2: Gauging application for a major automotive supplier The customer manufactures clips and pistons for use in the automotive industry. The customer has only used a vision system, laser and LVDT – all in one system – to check if clips were seated correctly onto a piston assembly, as well as inspecting various features of a piston. The laser system worth $85k failed to meet the requirements to conduct multiple tests, as it was unable to detect missing, or bent clips that were out of place. SMAC solution: The SMAC gripper (GRP50)...

The ability to do work and verify its accuracy at the same time. 7 SMAC solution: Originally conducted by human hand, the inspection and sorting of the airbag components is now conducted by a fully automated SMAC actuator system that measures and tests the parts within the production cycle. The quality check requires a total of nine independent gauging, two checks externally on the component and seven checks internally within the part. The cycle time from start to finish for each component is 1.2 seconds. It runs 24/7 and enables 100% data feedback and verification of each individual test with...

The ability to do work and verify its accuracy at the same time. 8 all axes to trace the low speaker marked by ink (see graphics) on the surface. The Galil has a multi dimensional contouring feature that can be used to trace the path needed - very quickly - then have it programmed. SMAC uses different encoder resolutions in XYZ’s and Galil has made a SMAC only modification to accommodate this. GALIL AXIS MULTI CONTROLLER (specially designed for SMAC by Galil) New controllers including a special from Galil 4 + 8 Axes that will serve as a basis for QC devices. It’s a German CAN bus capable controller...

The ability to do work and verify its accuracy at the same time. 9 POTENTIALS of SMAC XYZ coordinate verification machines: We understand that most parts have a number of sides that must be checked during the production cycle. This process has to be conducted within the manufacture cycle time. The SMAC XYZ system has the potential to perform these checks very fast, but also simultaneously on each side of the part in question. Customers will gain more accuracy and efficiency in time and costs. SMAC has systems with up to 32 axes in mind. SMAC Inc. is the world leader in Moving Coil Actuators and...