This article focuses on how to significantly reduce CNC setup time using computer vision and more precisely, 3D scanning. While manufacturing or remanufacturing, it is important to keep the machines busy in order to maintain shop productivity. Machine setup can represent one of the major time losses when it comes to dealing with small lot sizes and high mix production. Machine Setup By combining traditional probes such as a touch setter with 3D scanning equipment, it is possi

We did it! #alberta #advancedmanufacturing #additivemanufacturing #innovation It is with great pleasure and pride that we announce our qualification to Alberta Digital Traction funding program. We would like to thank Alberta innovates for supporting us in this journey and in the development of our software Element X. Element X will help North American manufacturers to develop fast, accurate and cost-saving repair activities by the means of additive manufacturing. In the conte

The new release of Element X software is provided with an integrated slicing algorithm suitable for Laser Cladding and WAAM systems. This slicing process has been developed in collaboration with material and mechanical engineers to fit as much as possible the needs of advanced manufacturing. The main advantage of Element X slicing algorithm is that it has been developed in house by the Elementiam's team and is then fully customizable. Toolpath generation Element X slicer offe