Test Fixtures
Repeatable and stable positioning of sensors relative to tested parts is a significant consideration in many EARS applications. Our standardized or custom engineered test fixture components are necessary for any ARIS system. They serve to ensure repeatable sensor positioning and thus measurement integrity while also protecting both the sensors and test subject surface finishes.
Compact fixturing hardware is selected to best match the needs presented by the test conditions and materials handling situations present in a production environment. All fixture components are precisely manufactured from durable, non-ferrous materials. These system elements are very long lasting due in part to their use of inexpensive, replaceable wear surface parts. Wear surfaces have proven themselves to be extremely effective in maintaining the strength of an inspection routine over time while helping it to adapt to changes in product specifications or human usage behaviors.
Automation and Motion Control
Testing systems are frequently automated for high-volume, discrete part inspection. For automation, our custom sensor and fixture assemblies are integrated with off the shelf motion control products. Linear, rotary, multi-axis motion equipment control is normally handled by the ARIS operating software because of its close relationship to the collection of test data.