Bridge coordinate measuring machine ALTERA SCANtek5

With advanced probe and controller technology, LK Metrology has just launched its ALTERA SCANtek 5-axis CMM which combines 3-axis CMM motion with an articulating head that moves in 2-axis as it measures. The resulting 5-axis motion delivers unprecedented measuring speed, accuracy and flexibility, whilst avoiding the compromises inherent to conventional CMM probing techniques. Infinite head positioning further aids access to difficult to measure features and increases the effective measuring volume of the CMM by minimising the space required for head orientations.