Achieving 10-micron resolution for high-speed 3D surface profiling and quality inspection systems
A global steel manufacturer needed ultra-precise surface inspection for hot-rolled steel sheets moving at 10 meters per second. Their existing vision systems couldn't detect micro-defects that caused customer quality complaints and costly returns.
CalibWorks developed a high-speed line laser calibration system that achieves 10-micron vertical resolution while scanning at 1000Hz, enabling real-time detection of surface defects, thickness variations, and flatness deviations during production.
Real-time surface measurement and defect detection
High-speed precision measurement complexities
Steel sheets at 600ยฐC create thermal radiation and air turbulence that distort laser lines and affect camera sensors.
Production line vibrations and sheet flutter require robust calibration that maintains accuracy despite mechanical disturbances.
Varying surface conditions from mirror-finish to oxidized require adaptive laser power and exposure control.
Precise laser-camera geometry calibration essential for accurate height measurement across entire scan width.
Seamlessly stitching multiple laser scanners to cover full width without gaps or overlapping artifacts.
Real-time processing of 2 million points per second for immediate defect detection and classification.
Industrial-grade laser scanning technology
Precision measurement across industries
Surface defect detection and thickness measurement
Body panel gap and flush measurement
Composite material inspection
Lumber grading and optimization
PCB solder paste inspection
Rail profile wear measurement
Measurable quality improvements
Broad application across sectors
CalibWorks' line laser calibration system revolutionized our quality control. We can now detect surface defects as small as 10 microns at full production speed. Customer complaints dropped by 89% and we've saved millions in avoided recalls. The system paid for itself in just 6 months through reduced waste and improved yield.
Deploy micron-precision laser scanning for real-time quality control and defect detection.