On-Machine Probing

Optimizing Setups, Reducing Work-in-Process, and Saving Time and Money

What Is On-Machine Probing?

On-machine probing is the process of inspecting a workpiece on a machine tool with minimal peripheral equipment or personnel. There are three general components of a probing system: the probe, the industrial computer, and the receiver.

Is It Right for Me?

• Low mix, low volume - Environments such as job shops will realize all of the benefits of probing – improved setup, fixture verification, and in-process inspections/final inspections – which will improve product quality.
• High volume, low mix - On-Machine Probing gives you the ability to inspect critical features and track them using statistical process control (SPC) data without depending on the operator, thus eliminating human error.

What Are Its Benefits?

• Precise Setups - Verify fixtures and proper stock while establishing work coordinates and reducing setup scrap
• Process Verification - Increase quality by collecting SPC data and checking features before your finish pass
• Time Savings - Reduce your setup time and establish the ability to inspect parts before you remove them from the machine
• Reduced Work-in-Process - With less parts waiting for inspection, you’ll experience increased throughput