Fab-CheckerTM PVS-48
The
Fab-CheckerTM is a state-of-the-art high resolution, large format scanning
device, specifically designed to evaluate fabricated 2-dimensional sheet metal
parts for accuracy and compliance with specifications. Parts are scanned using a
high-resolution line scan CCD camera, mounted on a precision x-y table. The
scanned part is compared with the original CAD drawing (in .DXF format).
Dimensions not within the specified tolerances are identified; these are clearly
displayed on the monitor as a different color from the remainder of the drawing,
and an SPC compliance report is generated. Total processing time for a 48"
x 48" part scanned at a resolution of +/- .001" is 240 seconds,
significantly less than the 30-45 minutes it would take to do this manually
(smaller parts can be scanned and processed much more rapidly). Using the Fab-Checker,
first part inspections are performed quickly, easily, and accurately, with
excellent documentation. This decreases idle time on the NC punch
press/laser/plasma/water jet, and correspondingly increases factory throughput.
The Fab-Checker also is ideal for reverse engineering of sheet metal flat parts, whereby a CAD drawing is quickly and accurately generated from a sample part where no CAD drawing exists. This can save hours from the process of manually measuring the part to create a CAD drawing. The Fab-Checker generated .DXF file can then be exported into a CAD package that supports drawing interchange format (.DXF) files.
The Fab-Checker is extremely cost-effective, saving the fabrication shop through:
Improved accuracy of first part inspection leads to decreased scrap and reduced requirements for rework
Increased factory productivity
Features
:Scans flat sheet metal parts for first part inspection, quality assurance, reverse engineering
Accuracy to +/- .001"
Captures 15 million data points/second
Scans parts to 1" thicknessFast, high resolution scans/processing (48 x 48" with +/- .001 accuracy in <240 seconds, less time for smaller parts)
Separate motor drives for scanning camera and lightbox = increased stability in factory environment
Uses a high resolution line scan camera to accurately, quickly obtain image
User definable scan size (reduces scanning time)
Scans multiple parts simultaneously
Digitized imaging from the high resolution line scan CCD camera (captures 15 million data points/second), x-y table composed of linear bearing rails with stepper motor drive and high resolution position sensing using precision optical tape encoders.
Network enabled PC running Windows 2000 or Windows NT
Sealed camera compartment keeps internal components dust-free.
SPC report generation for specification compliance
Specifications
:Dimensions: 62 5/64" wide x 68 1/2" deep x 66" high Weight: 1100 lbs.
117volts, 60hz, 6 amps
Scan bed: 48 ¼" x 48 ¼"
Accuracy: to +/-.001" in a normal shop floor environment
Maximum part size – virtually unlimited, with software incorporated knitting feature allowing combination of adjacent scans.
Also available in other voltages - contact factory for details. Patent pending
Also available as a table top scanner for small parts - FabChecker PVS-14!
Fab-Checker PVS-48 Cost Justification Worksheet
Download FabChecker PVS-48 literature (Adobe Acrobat format)
About S & S Par Scientific, Inc.
S & S Par Scientific, Inc. was formed in the 1980's as a company involved in the development and manufacture of products used to improve the accuracy of radiation therapy delivery. These products include several models of 3-D scanning equipment to quantify post surgical tissue defects in patients, and use this data to accurately plan dosage distribution of the radiation treatments. Our hallmark has been the manufacture of trouble-free, long service life products, with excellent customer service and unsurpassed engineering support. We have facilities in Pennsylvania, Texas, Denmark and Switzerland.
10625 Telge Road
Houston, TX 77095
(800) 231-1747
(281) 815-1300
Fax:(281) 815-1444
e-mail: ssparsci@enter.net