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AxiSet™: A Cost-Effective Solution for Checking and Improving Performance of Rotary Axes

AxiSet™ Check-Up is a versatile, reliable, and easy-to-use rotary axis positioning system. It's ideal for high-precision and repeatable applications. It is also excellent for maintaining positioning efficiency. It is part...

HEIDENHAIN: Rebuilding One of the Largest Machine Tools With Enhanced Qualities/Features

A Major Tool & Machine gantry mill used HEIDENHAIN absolute linear scales for its refurbishing. Initially commissioned in 1995, the SCHIESS FZG6 (DSI) mill was one of the world’s largest...

How Airframe Manufacture Has Benefited From Wireless Ballbar System

CNC machine tools may lose their positioning accuracy over time. When not regularly inspected and serviced, various errors can result. Aerospace giant BAE Systems relies on a Renishaw wireless ballbar...

Incremental vs. Absolute Encoders: How to Choose

There are many aspects to weigh when deciding between incremental and absolute encoders. First is figuring out how to get the required precision, accuracy, and resolution out of your motion-control...

The Role of Renishaw Technology to Calibrate In-House Machinery

When a Renishaw client decided to expand into machine tool manufacturing, the company received a wide array of Renishaw equipment. This category includes ballbars, rotary axis calibrators, and laser interferometers....