- Machine tool probing and tool measurement involve measuring the position, dimensions, and features of a workpiece or cutting tool on a CNC machine to ensure required specifications and tolerances are met before and during the machining process.
- Probing and tool setting systems help reduce scrap rates, eliminate machine downtime, improve component quality, and enable automated component set-up, in-cycle gauging, tool setting, and broken tool detection.
- The benefits of machine tool probing and tool measurement include increased throughput from existing assets, increased automation in setting and measurement processes, elimination of rework and scrap, and the ability to respond quickly to new customer requirements.
- Regular machine tool maintenance and health check monitoring are essential for reliable, high-precision machining, and can help reduce sources of variation, ensuring consistent and efficient machining.
- Renishaw provides an extensive selection of probing and tool measurement solutions tailored for CNC machine tools. These include probes for work setting and inspection designed specifically for machining centers, as well as probes catered for turning centers. Additionally, Renishaw offers automated tool setting systems capable of measuring length, diameter, and profile parameters.
- Renishaw has a dedicated custom products team that offers expert advice and design services for machine tool products, including custom design and manufacturing solutions, machine surveys, easy integration of standard and custom products, and excellent costs and delivery times for custom products.
- Renishaw also provides a powerful smart manufacturing data platform, Renishaw Central, to optimize machining processes and increase productivity.