Precision measurement is leading the foundry industry into a new era.
In the world of foundry, the fineness of quality control often determines the success or failure of an enterprise. Siempelkamp Giesserei, the world's leading hand-formed foundry in Krefeld, Germany, demonstrates how advanced technology can advance traditional industries with its dedication to quality control.
SIEMPELKAMP has developed the world's largest non-contact robotic measuring cell in cooperation with Zeiss, one of the world's leading measurement technology companies. This innovative solution combines traditional casting processes with advanced measurement technology and revolutionizes the foundry industry.
At the heart of the measuring cell is a ZEISS ATOS LRX 3D scanner designed for oversized measurements. Equipped with a powerful laser light source, the scanner is able to acquire full-field data in a short period of time, enabling fully automated inspection of huge components weighing up to 240 tons. This technological breakthrough makes it possible to measure large surfaces with a measuring range of up to 4 square meters.
Based on the measurement data, the software automatically compares the actual 3D coordinates with the CAD data to generate a full-field deviation map. This visualization allows quality issues to be quickly identified, analyzed, and resolved. With full-field measurement data, foundries can track everything from the model to the casting, including the geometry of the mold and finished casting.
We will continue to drive our extensive digitalization strategy with this unique and highly innovative technology." Dr. Georg Geier explains. This strategy not only increases production efficiency, but also sets the SIEMPELKAMP foundry apart from the competition.
Overall, the success story of Siempelkamp Giesserei shows how advanced technology can be combined with traditional industry to achieve both quality and efficiency. In this new era dominated by digitalization and intelligence, precision measurement technology will play a huge potential in more fields and lead traditional industries to new heights.