Robot manufacturer Third Dimension has announced automation solutions provider Loop Technology as an integrator for its Vectro technology.
The collaboration is intended to support the delivery of robotic 2D profile measurement solutions for both quality and process control applications in high-value manufacturing.
Loop Technology, which is based in England, delivers automation machinery for a variety of applications including robotic machining, large scale composite manufacturing, assembly and fastening for aerostructures and robotic labelling.
As a Vectro integrator, it will combine its industry experience in automation to provide robotic measurement and inspection systems for 2D profiles using Third Dimension’s Vectro product line.
Third Dimension’s flagship automation solution Vectro2 is designed to offer accurate and traceable measurement and inspection of 2D profiles typical of extrusions, welds, seals, adhesive beads, edge breaks and panel gap and flush applications.
The company claims it is easy to integrate with a robot by a Vectro integrator, meaning customer solutions can be rapidly deployed to eliminate human error from their quality control (QC) process.
Third Dimension also states that it can support accurate, repeatable and traceable results and frees up technicians to provide cost savings.
Clive Warren, senior product manager at Third Dimension, said: “Loop Technology are one of the most accomplished robot integrators in the UK, capable of tackling the most challenging and sophisticated automation projects we encounter, and ensuring the exact needs of our customers can be met.
“We are looking forward to working with Alun and his team to deliver state-of-the-art solutions to our prestigious customer base in automotive, aerospace, energy and consumer goods manufacturing.”
While Vectro2 is built for traditional QC, it is also enabled for process control and Industry 4.0 applications. By gathering measurement data at the point of manufacture, it can reportedly make on-the-spot adjustments to help assure high quality products and the minimisation of defects.
