Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Inspection and Measurement Services
Need precise component measurements that meet strict tolerance limits? Element's CMM inspection services deliver accurate, non-destructive testing with advanced 3D coordinate technology. From R&D to production, we provide real-time monitoring to catch deviations immediately, accelerate your testing with our TRITOP system, and ensure your components meet international standards—all while reducing risks and costs.
What is Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Inspection and Measurement at Element?
CMM inspection delivers precise dimensional measurements by scanning a vast number of X, Y, and Z coordinates of an object's surface. All measured points form a point cloud that can then be compared to an existing CAD model to determine dimensional deviation. At Element, our UKAS-accredited laboratories provide comprehensive CMM measurement services that ensure your components meet tight tolerance limits and quality standards, providing the accuracy and reliability necessary for critical product development processes.
What can Element offer you for CMM inspection and measurement?
What we inspect
What we inspect
We perform comprehensive CMM inspection on high-stress components requiring precise dimensional accuracy. Our services cover everything from single components to complex assemblies, with specialized expertise in housings, threads, brackets, and precision engineered parts.
Key tests offered
Key tests offered
CMM Inspection Capabilities:
Our CMM inspection services support you from R&D to series production, enabling you to quickly and effectively develop solutions:
- Dimensional analysis
- CAD comparisons
- Tool certifications
- Reverse engineering
- CMM programming
- 3D scanning
- Microscopic inspection
- CMM visual inspection
- Portable CMM inspection
- CMM gear inspection
- CMM part inspection
Methods and solutions offered
Methods and solutions offered
We'll support you from the beginning of product development through to production, ensuring precision at every step.
Our comprehensive measurement services include:
- Optical and tactile measurement of components with coordinate measuring machines
- Contract measurements according to drawings
- Initial sample inspections according to DIN EN ISO 9001, VDA 6.1 or QS-9000
- Measurements after product modifications
- Series tests, including statistical recording, evaluation, and customer-specific presentation
- Measurement during production, allowing for immediate adjustments to ensure final products meet necessary specifications
- Acceptances and certifications
- Dimensional inspection
- Industrial computed tomography
- 3D scanning by laser tracking
- Surface roughness testing with 3D optical profilometry
Cutting-edge equipment we use
Cutting-edge equipment we use
Our non-contact TRITOP system replaces traditional displacement measuring systems, allowing for rapid capture of deformations and displacements without the limitations that come with cables or sensors. This advanced technology not only saves you time but also increases the range of objects we can analyze, further reducing interference with your sample object. Our multi-point measurement approach provides a comprehensive view of your object, ensuring the accuracy of our results in a convenient way.
Which labs offer this service
Which labs offer this service
Our team operates from Materials Testing hubs across the world, providing global access to our expert capabilities. Find your nearest Materials Testing hub on our Locations Page.
Industry-specific support
Industry-specific support
We provide specialized monitoring and measurement for automotive and other sectors requiring rapid, efficient component validation. Our customizable presentation of results and statistical evaluations are tailored to your industry's specific needs.
Standards we meet and the materials we test
- Production components
- Prototype parts
- Complex assemblies
- Quality control samples
- R&D components
Your Challenges, Our Solutions
Quality Compliance Risk
Production Efficiency Concerns
Component Damage Worries
Accuracy Validation Needs
Why Choose Element
Meet Industry Compliance
Damage-Free Assessment
Comprehensive Interaction Analysis
Identify weaknesses
Frequently asked questions
What is a point cloud?
A point cloud is a set of data points in a coordinate system representing an object's external surface, generated through 3D scanning technologies and used for quality control and reverse engineering.
How does CMM inspection compare to traditional measurement methods?
CMM inspection offers greater accuracy and efficiency through automation, reducing human error while enabling precise measurements of complex geometries and collecting large amounts of data quickly.
How do you ensure accurate monitoring during production?
We implement real-time measurement during production, allowing immediate adjustments to ensure specifications are met. This proactive approach prevents the production of faulty components and improves overall efficiency.
What kind of measurement reporting do you provide?
We offer customer-specific presentation formats, statistical recording and evaluation, comprehensive digital recordings, and detailed CAD comparisons to give you complete visibility of your component measurements.
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