R&P Metrology Announces New Capabilities For Portable Gear Inspection

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R&P Metrology GmbH announced their new measurement capabilities for the RPG PM 750/1250 Portable Gear Metrology machines. Now, users are able to accurately check spur and helical gears of unlimited size without the need for a rotary table.

According to Hans Rauth, president of R&P Metrology, “This new capability provides very accurate shop floor gear measurement on stationary parts. It is even possible to measure gears inside a gear box regardless of orientation.” Because the system is CNC controlled and automated, the operator does not move the probe arm manually. In addition, the determination of unknown gears can also be performed without rotary motion. After an alignment is made, the machine automatically determines all the gear parameters. The unique PM 750/1250 measures pitch, profile and helix on nearly any machine, as well as becoming a fully generative, lab grade, four axis gear analyzer when mated with the available “docking station.” This provides unprecedented flexibility, utilization and value. Rauth added, “The PM can be used on the shop floor for in-process measurement, and in the inspection lab as aqualified system for final acceptance.”

R&P Metrology designs and builds metrology equipment, concentrating on medium and large parallel axis gears, bevel gears, tools, shafts, bearing rings and 3D parts. The range starts at approximately 1.0 meter in size. R&P also offers hybrid systems that uniquely combine gear measurement with conventional CMM metrology. All R&P machines utilize proven CNC control and analysis software, which will be familiar to users of the Wenzel GearTec systems. R&P Metrology incorporates granite guideways with air bearing slides, a benchmark for the industry. State-of-the-art linear motor drive technologies are employed for accuracy and long life. Support, service and sales for North America is provided by Kapp Technologies in Boulder, Colorado.

For more information, visit them online at www.kapp-niles.com.