The L.S. Starrett Company, a leading global manufacturer of precision measuring tools and gages, metrology systems and more, has announced it will be featuring metrology and force measurement solutions with automation capabilities, as well as a wide range of precision measuring tools and gages, at MD&M West in Booth #4530 in the Automation Technology Expo (ATX) located at the Anaheim Convention Center (Anaheim, California) from February 11-13, 2020.
Starrett video-based measurement systems combine high-resolution images, powerful intuitive software and precision mechanical platforms to deliver superb accuracy and repeatable measurement results for medical manufacturers’ precision measurement applications. The Starrett HDV300 Horizontal Digital Video Comparator, which combines the best features of vision and optical comparator technology, will be demonstrated. The HDV300 has a uniquely designed interchangeable lens mounting system, go/ no-go digital overlay capability directly from part CAD files, real-time video edge detection and more. Video edge detection allows real-time interaction of the imported file with the video image of the part being inspected. The compact Starrett AVR CNC Automatic Vision Metrology System will also be demonstrated. Starrett AVR Systems are ideal for repetitive measurement and automatic comparison to CAD files, and are available with interchangeable telecentric lenses for micron-level resolution and accurate field-of-view measurements. MetLogix™ M3 software capabilities include 3-axis measurements and 2D geometric constructs (points, lines, angles, rectangles), and the systems are touch probe compatible. The Starrett HB400 Horizontal Benchtop Optical Comparator will also be featured, offering a time tested, cost effective solution for non-contact measurement. The HB400 has a 16″ screen, 16″ fast traverse X-axis travel, 6” Y-axis travel, quick change bayonet mount lenses, Q-axis digital protractor with angular measurements to 1 minute resolution, and the choice of powerful MetLogix Digital Metrology readouts, M1, M2 & M3 software control systems and optional CNC control.
A range of Starrett Force Measurement Systems will also be featured including Starrett DFC Digital Handheld Force Gages. The DFC Series is a revolutionary concept for force measurement via a handheld force gage. The DFC may be used as an advanced digital force gage and controller with Starrett FMM Force Testers, and can serve as a universal interface where the user tests and can configure load limits, distance limits, break limits, crosshead travel direction, crosshead speed and more.
Starrett FMM Frame Force Testers, which are compact and ideal for high volume, lean manufacturing production, will also be featured. L1 software, ideal for quality control and incoming inspection, and engineered to meet the requirements for fast, efficient, high-volume production testing, will be demonstrated on the FMM frames. Also shown on an FMM frame, L3 software is optimal for users involved with material testing and characterization, research and design engineers, quality control and test technicians, and others.
Among the force measurement demonstrations will be a newly designed Rotary Table Spring Force Tester. The system is setup to automatically test multiple springs in a single setup without the need for additional operator input as required if springs are tested one by one. The batch testing approach saves time and increases efficiency, while freeing up the operator to attend to other jobs. The Rotary Table Spring Force Tester features L2 Plus software, providing an easy-to-use, yet comprehensive solution for complex force analysis and measurement.
About The L.S. Starrett Company
Founded in 1880 and headquartered in Athol, MA U.S.A., The L.S. Starrett Company is a leading global manufacturer of precision measuring tools and gages, optical comparators and vision systems and force and hardness testing solutions. Starrett also manufactures laser measurement systems, custom engineered granite solutions, custom gaging, band saw blades, power tool accessory saw blades, workshop tools and jobsite tools. The Starrett brand is recognized throughout the world for exceptional quality and precision. Skilled personnel, superior products, manufacturing expertise, innovation and excellent service and support have earned Starrett its reputation as the “World’s Greatest Toolmakers”. Starrett has over 1,600 employees worldwide and annual sales exceeding $200 million. The company has six manufacturing locations in the U.S.A., including facilities in Massachusetts, North Carolina, Georgia, Ohio, Minnesota and California. Starrett also has three international manufacturing facilities. Plants are located in Brazil, Scotland and China, in addition to distribution centers and offices located worldwide. The L.S. Starrett Company is publicly traded on the NYSE, symbol SCX.
