The quality department at the Chassis & Safety Division of automotive company Continental, based in Veszprem, Hungary, recently invested in two Nikon ALTERA multi-sensor coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) fitted with LC15Dx laser scanners, to upgrade the inspection capabilities of its measurement laboratory. The company needed a high-capacity system capable of rapid inspection cycles combined with fast surface scanning and accurate feature measurements, the aim being to gain a more comprehensive insight into the company's products. Continental's Chassis & Safety Divisions product range includes electronic and hydraulic brake and chassis control systems, wheel and engine speed sensors, airbag electronics and electronic air suspension systems. Renowned for its expertise in driving safety, the firm's quality department plays a pivotal role in its success. Day-to-day tasks in the measurement laboratory include feature and surface inspection, linear dimension measurements and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) analysis to monitor production quality from the shop floor and assist in new product development.
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