CogniTens and QMC Announce Cooperation Agreement for OptiCell Automated 3D Non-Contact Robotic Cell for Automated Repetitive Part Measurements.Business Editors/Automotive Writers/High-Tech Writers Quality Expo International, Rosemont Convention Center ROSEMONT, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 15, 2003 CogniTens Ltd., manufacturer of 3D non-contact measurement solutions, and QMC QMC abbr. quartermaster corps LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control , integrator of dimensional and quality engineering solutions, announced they have reached a mutual agreement for integration and distribution of OptiCell, an automated 3D non-contact robotic cell for on-line repetitive parts measurements. CogniTens developed the non-contact 3D measurement solution for the robotic cell, which is based on its field-proven Optigo series. QMC brings along experience in providing quality solutions and performs the integration of Flexible Measurement Systems (FMS FMS - Flexible Manufacturing System (factory automation). ) to deliver a fully integrated turnkey non-contact measurement station. OptiCell OptiCell is an automated measurement system designed for automated process control and quality assurance on the shop floor. With its sub-millisecond acquisition time and an optical head mounted on an industrial robot An industrial robot is officially defined by ISO[1] as an automatically controlled, reprogrammable, multipurpose manipulator programmable in three or more axes. , the system can operate in uncontrolled vibration, light and temperature environments. OptiCell is targeted at applications where tight process control is required to deliver immediate information on production processes. Highly accurate measurement capabilities and automated repetitive measurement functions allow OptiCell to measure multiple parts in sequence, providing manufacturing managers with part to CAD deviation information and trend reports. OptiCell is based on the field-proven Optigo station installed at many different customers worldwide. Optigo collects highly accurate and dense clouds of points, and delivers immediate analysis of the collected data to find deviations from the design intent, and flaws in tools and parts. "We have defined and targeted our latest developments in close cooperation with major automotive manufacturers," says Koby Rosenthal, President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of CogniTens. "Our technology delivers the ability to perform fast and highly accurate measurement on the shop-floor. QMC brings along experience in system integration, quality control, and in-depth knowledge of engineering processes in the automotive industry The automotive industry is the industry involved in the design, development, manufacture, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles. In 2006, more than 69 million motor vehicles, including cars and commercial vehicles were produced worldwide. ." And Robert C. Berry, Vice President Engineering at QMC, adds: "We anticipate that the mutual cooperation will help penetrating the OptiCell quicker to the market and deliver to our customers the necessary information to increase quality of their parts and processes, and to shorten the overall time to market." CogniTens is a supplier for non-contact 3D measurement solutions for industrial applications. The company's systems use a unique combination of accuracy and superior image acquisition capabilities that enable them to perform full and accurate measurements on the shop floor. CogniTens, established in 1995, has offices in the USA and Japan. Amongst its customers are leading automotive and aerospace manufacturers such as BMW BMW in full Bayerische Motoren Werke AG German automaker. Founded as an aircraft engine manufacturer in 1916, the company assumed the name Bayerische Motoren Werke and became known for its high-speed motorcycles in the 1920s. , Boeing, Ford, General Motors, Mazda, Toyota, Suzuki, Yamaha and others. QMC is a full service integrator of dimensional and quality engineering services and solutions. Founded in 1988, QMC specializes in providing quality engineering services for any manufactured good and is involved in every phase of the product development cycle from conceptual design through prototype and productions. QMC's customers include DaimlerChrysler, General Motors, Ford, Mercury Marine Mercury Marine, founded in 1939, is a division of Brunswick Corporation of Lake Forest, Illinois, in the United States. Company beginnings The company began when engineer Carl Kiekhaefer purchased a small outboard motor company in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. , Freighliner, Magna, International, Caterpillar caterpillar (kăt`əpĭl'ər, kăt`ər–), common name for the larva of a moth or butterfly. Caterpillars have distinct heads and are segmented and wormlike. , Whirlpool whirlpool, revolving current in an ocean, river, or lake. It may be caused by the configuration of the shore, irregularities in the bottom of the body of water, the meeting of opposing currents or tides, or the action of the wind upon the water. , Lear, Honda, and others. |
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