Dimensional Inspection
Accuracy is a concern no matter what your industry. Our clients rely on advanced solutions in measurement for industrial-oriented applications. Cutting-edge measurement technologies of varying work volume sizes using in-house or portable measurement solutions.
Our skilled engineers are able to interpret measurement accuracies of raw 3D scanned or CMM data captured by the most current technologies used. Traceable to recognized national and international standards, the raw data measured is processed for multiple applications varying from research laboratories to industrial tasks; selected examples include aircraft manufacturing, reverse engineering, drift monitoring, automobile manufacturing from body-in-white inspection to auto bodies and other components, rapid prototyping, inspection and quality control, statistical sampling, alignment services, metals production, composite products, industrial tool building, verification and certification.
We provide a wide range of high-accuracy measurement solutions from design evaluation of new product development design, manufacturing, tool verification/certification to surface profile inspection. Using CAD models and blue prints to communicate the geometry of a part and using knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ISO and ASME standards) we develop solutions on-site or cost effective alternative in-house inspection solutions which reduce production costs and improve inspection throughput.
Equipment and reports are traceable to the National Institute of Standards & Technology. ECM retains calibration records for equipment which are available to the client for review. Outside calibration services are used for equipment maintenance.
Should you require any further information on our dimensional measurement services please direct your details to info@eastcoastmetrology.com.
Applications
We offer quality evaluations and effect immediate necessary adjustments of large scaled parts and structures such as airframes, wing structures, heavy-equipment chassis components and larger gear assemblies anywhere within the client’s facility - even while the component is still on the machine - saving time and money.
We provide verification and documentation for all applicable engineering dimensional requirements of a part throughout the production process. Errors detected on the part may allow re-working or prevent the part from continuing through the manufacturing process. In-process inspection improves part quality and the effectiveness of the quality management system.
Our approach allows tool building to be undemanding by providing real-time comparison to a nominal CAD model for guiding components quickly into predetermined position and orientation. When the tool assembly is completed, the same equipment can be used to measure dimensions, contours and features and certify the tool for use.
This industrial inspection process compares a manufactured part or tooling of any size directly to a CAD model resulting in a faster production process. This is achieved by clearly highlighting non-conformance of manufactured parts, first article, tooling and numerous other quality control applications involving complex surface geometry. For parts that have contour or complex shapes, CAD-based inspection is the only practical solution to effect improvements in the production process. Clients within selected industries such as automotive, aerospace, consumer products, tool makers, industrial design and military are benefiting as a result of CAD-based inspection.
CAD-based assembly generates an optimal assembly sequence for mechanical parts. Using a CAD model with the aid of live on-screen indicators position components, features, holes, etc., exactly where they belong on a work-piece, jig or fixture as directed by the CAD model. Used in tool building, this process allows sheet metal manufacturers the ability to check and lay out scribe lines.
During First Article Inspection, design and the manufactured part meet for the first time, allowing verification of the design and validation of the manufacturing process. Our comprehensive solution involves the entire inspection of the part, comparison to CAD file and reporting of the deviation results.
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