Equator Hardware
CMM-Manager supports Renishaw Equator systems, including the latest Equator-X. The integration is based on CMM-Manager’s compatibility with Renishaw UCC controllers and Equator’s open software (I++) architecture.
CMM-Manager Software
With CMM-Manager, users can program inspections in the same environment as their bridge CMMs, portable arms, and vision systems. This is a big benefit because the Equator is often used alongside a CMM for process control. This means you can:
- Create CAD-based programs.
- Apply GD&T evaluations.
- Report results consistently across devices.
- Share programs with your traditional CMM
Renishaw Equator™ Auto Transfer System
CMM-Manager supports this automated part shuttling system via I++ / DME commands that can be sent directly from CMM-Manager when using Equator and other I++ controlled CMMs.
You can integrate a system like the EQ-ATS from Renishaw (or any automated part transport) as part of an automated measuring cell provided the communications and mechanical/fixture/handling systems are designed accordingly.
CMM-Manager software is only one piece of the automation puzzle, you still need the part-handling (shuttle/robot), fixture/pallet, loading/unloading, safety, PLC/robot logic, and CMM readiness/status and ensure integration end-to-end. Read More here – CMM Automation with QxAutomation-Manager
Requirements:
- CMM-Manager 2023 or newer with Renishaw Equator driver
- Standard Renishaw I++ driver will NOT be compatible
- The OEM controller is required for Equator
- A “golden part” for master and calibration files creation
- This part should be dimensionally close to the nominal as possible
- If the calibration file is intending to be used…
- CMM-Manager 2023 or newer (with the scanning option) should be installed on the CMM used for the calibration
- Although not required, styli used on the CMM and Equator should be similar as sharing the same program between 2 systems will be simpler