PRODUCT APPLICATION Overview Alternative Technologies Water Stress in Agronomy Aerospace Jet engine turbine blade gauging Profile analysis of complex curves, such as airfoils Automotive Alignment of camshaft bearings using Digital Miniature Probe fixture Single Leaf Flexure for use in snap gauges for crankshafts Wireless bore gauging for machine centres Taking differential housing measurements using WiGauge™ Cylinder head and cam shaft measurement using Flexures and Gauging Probes Glass_gaugingsystem Measurements of automotive parts Piston gear measurement Cars mechanical prototyping process Bearing Bearing measurement with Flexures and Block Gauges Dynamic Dynamic flatness measuring using Digital Probe Paper and metals roller measurement Plastic bag quality control using Digital Probes Thickness gauging of commercial product Measurement of moving materials Aggregates and asphalts Testing Electronics LCD screen gauging Component case gauging Check Height of Semi Conductor Wafers Check LCD screen or glass thickness Hard disk with Flexures Hard disk with DW10P Non-contact mobile phone measurements Energy Pre-stressed Structure Monitoring in Power Station Non-contact Checking the thickness of aluminium cans using Orbit® LTH LTH measuring shaft run out Checking the thickness of a piece part Checking the components of a HDD Checking the depth of a tyre tread Checking the roundness of a motor shaft Checking the height of a fly wheel Orbit® ACS Manual measuring station with SI100 Process Automation Automated insert tools In-Machine Gauging and Detection Products Test and Measurement Testing for deformation of a structure Testing for deformation of a vessel ConcreteTesting HardnessTesting Mechanical testing for civil engineering PRODUCTS Orbit Digital Measurement Network Orbit Digital Measurement Network Digital Pencil Gauging Probes Standard (Gauging) Probes Low Tip Force Probes Narrow Body & Ultra Short Probes Rugged Probes for Harsh Environments Specialist Transducers (Block Gauges/Flexures) Non Contact Sensors Orbit Modules and Gateways Digital Probes with In Line Connectors Orbit Power Supplies and Accessories Wireless Sensors and Tools Wireless Sensors and Tools Displacement Sensors Displacement Sensors Overview S Series Optimum Series Miniature Displacement Displacement Conditioning Electronics Analogue Inductive Gauging Standard Inductive Pencil (Gauging) Probes Narrow Body Inductive Probes Probes with In Built Conditioning Electronics Specialist Inductive Transducers Inductive Transducer Conditioning Electronics Inductive Transducer Accessories New Product 30mm Range Digital Probe Profinet Module Single Leaf Flexures SLF DUSM Readouts And Displays Displays and Readouts Overview Orbit Digital Readouts Inductive Transducer Readouts Legacy Products Legacy Conditioning Electronics SERVICE & SUPPORT Resource Centre Datasheets & Catalogues Manuals CAD Drawings Digital Probes PNEUMATIC D6J PNEUMATIC JET 6MM DIAMETER DJ PNEUMATIC JET DK PNEUMATIC BLOCK GAUGE DP PNEUMATIC DT PNEUMATIC FEATHERTOUCH DU PARALLEL PNEUMATIC FLEXURE GAUGE DW PNEUMATIC ULTRA FEATHERTOUCH SPRING D3P SPRING D6P SPRING D6T 6mm DIAMETER LOW TIP FORCE SPRING DK SPRING BLOCK GAUGE DP SPRING DT FEATHERTOUCH SPRING DU PARALLEL SPRING FLEXURE GAUGE DW ULTRA LOW TIP FORCE SPRING DZ ULTRA SHORT SPRING VACUUM DP VACUUM Product Advice Ordering Guides Knowledge Base Understanding Non-Repeat Measuring moving material Synchronising Linear and Rotary measurements LVDT, Half Bridge and Digital Transducer Theory Optical Technology Theory Glossary of Terms UK Service Center Drivers And Softwares ABOUT US About Solartron Metrology BloodHound Company History Quality Commitment Corporate Video About Ametek Inc Trademarks Code of ethics NEWS & EVENTS News Events Blog CONTACT Contact Careers World Wide Sales Office Distributors Press Release Overview of Press Releases The Real Costs of a price-only buying decision Sunday, April 23, 2017 Title: Why Higher Performance Does Not Mean Higher Costs: the Real Costs of a Price-Only Buying Decision Publish date: 28/03/2017 Post: In highly competitive manufacturing industries, such as automotive and electronics, it is important to keep costs as low as possible. However, basing a decision about which measuring equipment to use on price alone is rarely a good idea. This is particularly the case with complex components and mechanisms where tolerances are extremely tight. Buying on price alone could result in the sensors being less efficient, more prone to errors, taking longer to arrive and there being less support with buying decisions and using the equipment. Efficiency Metrology manufacturers who work as cheaply as possible don’t spend time designing the most efficient sensors possible. They won’t ensure their sensors have simple and effective connectivity to ensure the data they capture is easy to access and interpret. High quality sensor manufacturers create interface modules that connect to computers, through a variety of connectors, making them straightforward to set up and use. They also endeavour to make their sensors as adaptable as possible for ease of use and efficiency. At Solartron Metrology, we can even customise our sensors to suit the most unique of applications. Quality Another way sensor manufacturers can cut corners is by using the cheapest materials possible. Inexpensive components and manufacturing methods are more prone to failures and problems than their more expensive alternatives. As the most advanced equipment, necessary to keep up with the latest requirements in this industry, can be costly, cheaper manufacturers save money by using older machines. Poorly made sensors do not have the same level of repeatability and accuracy as better quality ones, so users of the most accurate sensors can enhance their reputations through the quality of their own products. A reliable sensor is essential to any data processing system. All Solartron sensors and mechanical interfaces are designed and manufactured using state-of-the-art machinery, to generate reliable data not just from new but for millions of operations. Made to order Off-the-shelf options may suit some applications but you will need to be happy to select from a limited range of sensors. Where your requirements are complex you will need a range of sensors that are much more finely tuned to the applications. A bespoke, made-to-order approach won’t see your sensors arrive with you the very next day but you will be assured of having the very best metrological solution for your application. Ongoing Support A major factor people often forget when they choose to buy their measuring equipment based solely on price is what happens after they accept delivery of their products. With sales offices in Europe, the Americas and Asia and distributors in over 30 countries worldwide, our global network ensures that wherever you are a Solartron Metrology specialist is on hand to provide local support. In addition, a manufacturer with a worldwide support network and dedicated to a high level of service will be more likely to stay in contact throughout the process to allow for alterations, suggestions and aftersales support. At Solartron, we not only offer aftersales support to our customers, we have a large store of online resources to help our customers make the most of their sensors and can offer expert advice on which product would be most suitable for your requirements. To speak to one of our specialist sales team about high quality metrology products, service and support, call +44 (0)1243 833333 or email sales.solartronmetrology@ametek.com JOIN THE CONVERSATION Modern Slavery Privacy Policy Sitemap Contact ©2017 AMETEK.Inc. All rights reserved. ×