The Manual Standard version of CMM-Manager is designed specifically for use with manual coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and offers a robust set of features ideal for shops that want powerful measurement capabilities without the need for CNC automation. CAD formats include IGES, Step, DXF, and several XYZ point formats.
It’s a software configuration optimized for manual CMMs that includes:
- Full 3D CAD support
- Graphical measurement programming
- GD&T evaluation tools
- Comprehensive reporting options
Key Features
📐 CAD Model Support
- Import neutral or native CAD formats (e.g., IGES, STEP, DXF, or optional native SolidWorks/Parasolid via add-on).
- Allows on-CAD measurement planning – click on features to define measurements.
- Export Measured Features, Point Clouds & Curves as CAD.
📏 Measurement Capabilities
- 2D and 3D features (points, lines, planes, circles, spheres, cylinders, cones, point clouds, etc.)
- Basic tolerances, distance, angle, location, size, etc.
- GD&T tolerances, True Position, Flatness, Perpendicularity, Profile, etc.
- Alignment Toolbox including Best-fit alignments, 3-2-1 setups, and more.
📊 Inspection Reporting
- Customizable report layouts with tables, color graphics, and CAD model overlays.
- Export to PDF, Excel, HTML, Printer, Text, CSV, QX-Calc, etc.
🔄 Repeatable Workflow
- Guided operator prompts for step-by-step inspection, ideal for repeat part runs.
- Share Programs with DCC or Portable Equipment.
- Open and Run Legacy DMIS Programs.

Plug-n-Play to Existing Equipment
- Sheffield – MP
- Brown & Sharpe – Man Box
- DEA – Tutor-M
- Hexagon / Tesa – Reflex Box
- Mitutoyo – Mag Box and UD1-PCI
- Zeiss / Numerex – Micron-X
- FARO Arm
- Nikon / Metris – MCA Arm
- RPS Metrology Smart Arm
- MicroScribe Arm
- 7D Metrology – iGPS
- Insight Metrology – IM-USB
- Helmel – ProCounter II / III
- Deva – USB
- Caliper Design – PCI
- TOPMES – USB
- Renishaw / I++
- ROMER / Cimcore Arm
- Baces3D / Kreon Arm
- Tomelleri Arm
- Krypton – K-CMM
- API Radian Laser Tracker
Software Options
- Vision Probe
- Rotary Table / Indexer
- Native CAD Import
- QC-Calc SPC Software