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InVision Editorial 2017 (DE)

Invision Editorial (DE) -  Zentralisierte und verteilte Netzwerke

In einem zentralisierten Netzwerk werden Daten verschiedener Sensoren in eine einzige 3D-Punktwolke zusammengeführt. So werden bei einer Vorrichtung zur Holzoptimierung Daten aus den sich überlappen
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IFI Editorial 2017

IFI Editorial - Delivering a Flexible Wood Scanning Solution

Learn how LMI's Gocator 200 Series improves transverse board scanning in the saw and planer mill using an innovative modular approach.
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Inspect Editorial 2017

Inspect Editorial (DE) - Intelligente 3D-lnspektion bringt die Fabrikautomation voran

Der Begriff des Industrial Internet of Things (lloT) wird verwendet, um die Vernetzbarkeit in der Fabrik­automation zu beschreiben. Dabei fasst lloT die komplexen Wechselwirkungen zusammen, die zwi­sc
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Benefits of All-in-One 3D Smart Sensors

Maximize Quality and Minimize Cost by Switching to All-in-One 3D Smart Sensors

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Compact 3D Structured Light Sensor

Innovations - Compact Structured Light Sensor

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LMI Technologies New 3D Laser Profile Sensor

Exhibitor Interview - Tire Technology Expo 2017

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3D Smart Sensors for Inline Electronics Inspection

3D Smart Sensors for Inline Electronics Inspection

An in-depth look at the specific trends and demands of achieving high product quality in the consumer electronics market, and how high-speed, high-resolution 3D smart sensor solutions are leading the
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3D Log Scanning Optimization

Tech Update - Scanning & Optimization

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Solving the Challenges of Multi-Sensor Networking Part 2.

Solving the Challenges of Multi-Sensor Networking Part 2.

In Part 1 we looked at two of the four main challenges in multi-sensor networking: (1) sensor wiring and (2) sensor discovery, mapping, and assignment. Now let's take a look at the two remaining challenges: (3) sensor alignment to a common coordinate system , and (4) sparse or dense network processing . Sensor Alignment All sensors in a network have to be aligned in order to relate measurements from a sensor to an absolute position on the object. To do this, alignment transformations are required to convert from sensor coordinates to a common coordinate system (i.e., world coordinates). All se
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Multi-Sensor Networking

Solving the Challenges of Multi-Sensor Networking Part 1.

The data handling of many sensors that scan a single target, called multi-sensor networking , is an important capability to support large object applications. Many sensors are required when the target object is larger than what a single sensor is able to scan, or when multiple views are required to capture key features of an object. There are four main challenges that arise in multi-sensor networks: (1) sensor wiring , (2) sensor discovery , assignment, and mapping , (3) sensor alignment to a common coordinate system , and (4) sparse or dense network processing . In Part 1 we will discuss the
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Multi-Model Production Lines and 3D Smart Sensors in the Automotive Industry

Multi-Model Production Lines Require Flexible 3D Smart Sensors

In order to stay competitive automotive plants have to ensure their manufacturing processes are lean . Today, many automotive manufacturers are achieving this goal by introducing multi-model assembly lines capable of handling a wide range of different vehicle types—rather than being limited to just one model. Benefits The aim of multi-model production is to increase productivity and profitability through a more efficient use of time, floorspace, and resources. Multi-model production lines offer a powerful alternative to batch production because they allow the factory to produce vehicles accord
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Gocator Cylinder Head Volume Checker

Meeting the Demand for Application-Specific 3D Solutions

While standard model 3D smart sensors can handle a wide range of general inspection tasks, the trend toward highly-specialized automated factory production has resulted in a corresponding increase in demand for customized solutions designed to handle specific industry applications. The Vertical Model Approach In order to meet this growing demand, LMI has developed a flexible sensor platform that supports model customization at the manufacturing level––allowing us to customize our standard off the shelf 3D sensor models to serve application-specific requirements. As an example of this vertical
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Gocator Cylinder Head Volume Checker

Gocator Cylinder Head Volume Checker

In the automotive industry, volume gauging is an important application in engine development. Each cylinder in an engine block has to be measured for correct combustion volume. While CAD data can be used to determine nominal volume, compliance testing requires the acquisition of a large number of measurement points, their connection by line or curve approximation, and finally computation of the displacement volume. Tactile and Traditional Methods of Volume Gauging Tactile coordinate measuring machines (e.g., CMMs) can accomplish volume gauging with a high degree of accuracy, but this method re
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Stereo Camera Design Minimizes Occlusions

The Advantages of Stereo Snapshot over Single Camera Design

“Structured light” can refer to a number of 3D scanner designs that project various light patterns onto an object, and use either single or stereo cameras to decode the reflected images to generate a 3D point cloud. Projections like random dots or codewords (repeated mini-patterns) generate lower XY resolution, but can deliver higher frame rates than fringe projection since only a few projections are needed to produce 3D. Handheld scanners use this approach and average many frames to improve XY resolution using a fusion algorithm. Fringe Projection for High-Resolution Scanning To achieve the h
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Line Profiles Are One of 3 Sensor Types

The 3 Types of Smart Sensors For Inline Quality Control

LMI offers 3D smart sensor products based on both laser triangulation and stereo structured light technologies. We have categorized these products into three main sensor types: point profile sensors (1-dimensional, measuring in Z), line profile sensors (2-dimensional, measuring in X and Z), and snapshot sensors (3-dimensional, measuring in X, Y, and Z). Although each type measures the 3rd dimension (or Z axis), some require moving the object to get the other dimension (eg., X or Y). Let’s take a closer look. 
 Point Profile Sensors 
 Profile sensors are the speed demons of the 3D smart sensor
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Structured Light Sensor Scan

High-Speed Structured Light Sensors for Inline Inspection Applications

Up until now, laser-based scanning has been the predominant technology for inline 3D inspection. However, as 3D inspection requirements in the factory continue to evolve, it is important for sensor manufacturers to continue to develop new and improved solutions. Laser Line Profilers Laser line profilers behave like a line scan camera. The part to scan has to travel under the line profiler’s laser (which requires a motion transport system) in order to build a complete 3D point cloud. An encoder is used to stamp each profile with an accurate position so software can stitch all the profiles toget
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Coordinate Metrology Society Conference

Coordinate Metrology Society Conference

WHEN: July 17-21, 2017
WHERE: Utah, USA
EXHIBITOR: LMI Technologies
PRODUCT(S): Gocator
BOOTH: # 322

https://www.cmsc.org/
Advanced Manufacturing Expo

Advanced Manufacturing Expo - Detroit

WHEN: August 22, 2017
WHERE: Novi, MI, USA
EXHIBITOR: LMI Technologies
PRODUCT(S): Gocator
BOOTH: # 800

http://www.advancedmanufacturingexpo.com/
Advanced Manufacturing Expo

Advanced Manufacturing Expo - Grand Rapids

WHEN: August 24, 2017
WHERE: Grand Rapids, USA
EXHIBITOR: LMI Technologies
PRODUCT(S): Gocator
BOOTH: # 204

http://www.advancedmanufacturingexpo.com/
Wood Tech Australia 2017

WoodTech 2017 - Australia

WHEN: September 20-21, 2017
WHERE: Melbourne, AUS
EXHIBITOR: LMI Technologies
PRODUCT(S): Gocator, chroma+scan
 

http://www.woodtech.events
Wood Tech New Zealand 2017

WoodTech 2017 - New Zealand

WHEN: September 26-27, 2017
WHERE: Rotorua, NZ
EXHIBITOR: LMI Technologies
PRODUCT(S): Gocator, chroma+scan

http://www.woodtech.events

LMI TECHNOLOGIES NAMED TO TOP 10 MANUFACTURING WORKPLACES IN CANADA 2017

LMI Technologies (LMI), a leading developer of 3D scanning and inspection solutions, is proud to announce that it has been named one of the Top 10 Manufacturing Workplaces in Canada 2017.

LMI received this honour after a thorough and independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work®.  

The list is based on direct feedback from employees of the hundreds of organizations that were surveyed by Great Place to Work®. The data has a 90% confidence rating and a plus or minus 5% margin of error.  
 
Analysis of the data to compile the top 10 list focused on the following perceptions of surveyed e

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LMI Technologies Moves Up To #95 Overall on Branham’s List of Top 250 Canadian Technology Companies

LMI Continues its Climb to the Summit of Canada’s Technology Mountain by Achieving Strong Revenue Growth, a Significant Increase in Manufacturing Capacity, and over 50 New Hires in 2017

June 19, 2017, Vancouver, BC – LMI Technologies (LMI), a leading developer of 3D scanning and inspection solutions, is honoured to be recognized in the 2017 edition of the Branham Top 250 list, the definitive ranking of the country’s top information and communication technology companies based on revenue.

This marks the first year LMI has broken into the top 100 of Branham’s annual survey after placing #101 i

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The force is strong at LMI

In a galaxy not so far away, employees got May the 4th as an official work holiday.

This year LMI gave all of its employees May the 4th off in honour of  the greatest sci-fi series of all time, Star Wars. Word of the holiday spread quickly, and eventually went national.

Watch video of the Global News crew touring LMI headquarters and speaking with a cast of interstellar characters about what makes LMI great. 

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LMI Technologies Releases New Structured Light 3D Snapshot Sensors for Inline Inspection Applications

Gocator 3210 and 3506 Models Deliver Industrial 3D Snapshot Scanning At Metrology Resolutions, For Inline Applications

April 4, 2017, Vancouver, BC – LMI Technologies (LMI), a leading developer of 3D scanning and inspection solutions, is pleased to announce the official launch of the Gocator 3210 and 3506, the latest additions to the Gocator line of smart, all-in-one structured light 3D snapshot sensors.

The Gocator 3210 achieves 3D snapshot scans at 35 μm. With a large FOV (100 x 154 mm) for picking up multiple features at once, and onboard hardware acceleration to achieve 4 Hz scan speed

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LMI Technologies Promotes Len Chamberlain to VP Sales

Leading 3D Smart Sensor Company Announces Appointment of VP of Sales and Aligns Organization for Future Growth

February 21, 2017, Vancouver, BC – LMI Technologies (LMI), a leading developer of smart 3D inspection and scanning solutions for material optimization and factory automation announced the promotion of Len Chamberlain to VP Sales.

Len Chamberlain - LMI Technologies

Len has worked for the company over the last three years, starting out as the Business Development Manager for the HDI product line and moving quickly into the Director of Sales role. Over his two years as Director, Len’s proven track record for developin

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LMI Technologies Growth Drives Move to New Headquarters Location

Leading 3D smart sensor company is moving into a new and larger hi-tech office to meet rising production demand
Leading 3D smart sensor company is moving into a new and larger hi-tech office to meet rising production demand

VANCOUVER, BC--- LMI Technologies (LMI), a leading developer of smart 3D inspection and scanning solutions for material optimization and factory automation today announced it will be moving its corporate headquarters to 9200 Glenlyon Parkway in Burnaby, BC.

Opened in 1995, Glenlyon Business Park is situated in close proximity to the Fraser River in Burnaby's Big Bend area.

The move marks a significant upgrade from LMI's current 20,647 sq.ft. location on Delta's Annacis Island, to a

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LMI Technologies Launches Gocator 2400 Series

Gocator 2410 and 2420 Models Provide Industry-First 2-Megapixel Camera Technology, Highest X Resolution Ever Achieved (6 Microns), High Repeatability Down to 0.2 Microns and Wide Field of View
Gocator 2410 and 2420 Models Provide Industry-First 2-Megapixel Camera Technology, Highest X Resolution Ever Achieved (6 Microns), High Repeatability Down to 0.2 Microns and Wide Field of View

Vancouver, BC – LMI Technologies (LMI), a leading developer of 3D scanning and inspection solutions, is pleased to announce the official launch of the Gocator 2400 Series, the latest addition to the Gocator series of smart, all-in-one 3D line profilers.

The Gocator 2400 Series is a new line of 3D smart sensors optimized for specific industries. The first two models in the series, the Gocator 2410 and 242

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LMI Technologies Launches Gocator Firmware 4.5

Latest Upgrade Introduces New Tools for Industry-First Firmware Customization, Data Processing Acceleration, and Sensor Emulation

VANCOUVER, CANADA – LMI Technologies Inc. (LMI), a leading developer of 3D scanning and inspection solutions, is pleased to announce the official launch of Gocator Firmware 4.5. The release has several features that greatly expand Gocator’s inspection capabilities including Gocator Development Kit (GDK), Gocator Accelerator, and Gocator Emulator.

The GDK extends Gocator’s flexibility with a set of development tools and APIs that allow customers to develop and exec

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