An advanced multi-sensor system provides fast, detailed and reliable data for Torus Group’s bespoke metrology customers.
The Torus Group provides automated metrology solutions for internationally renowned names like Coca-Cola, Rolls-Royce and GlaxoSmithKline.
In incredibly competitive industries such as medical, aerospace and packaging, customers want instant results – but they also need results they can rely on.
Dean Richardson, an Inspection Services Engineer at Telford-based Torus, said: “Our customers expect a quick turnaround – their biggest issue is ‘how quickly can we get these results back?’
“For us it’s about the quality. We need to be able to provide the customer with results we’re confident in.”
When a loyal client came forward with a metrology challenge that Torus could not resolve using its previous methods, it knew something had to change.
The group turned to multi-sensor measurement equipment provided by OGP UK, whose SmartScope systems employ optimum-performance sensors and probes to complete the work of traditional co-ordinate measuring machines, as well as laser scanners and profile projectors, with no compromise on quality.
From a single reference point the technology is able to collect detailed data and gauge the characteristics of even the most demanding components and features, and it does so faster and more reliably than anything else in the marketplace.
Owing to its versatility and affordability, an OGP CNC 500 was the chosen solution for the Torus Group. Designed for use on the production shop floor, its advanced and automated multi-sensor capabilities guarantee both speed and the highest levels of measurement accuracy, contributing directly to a higher throughput.
Mr Richardson said: “The major factor for us was that one of our long-standing customers had a very specific issue where with our previous equipment we could not access a part feature. The lighting just wasn’t good enough. The OGP in terms of the balance between speed and the lighting capabilities was perfect for that solution - it’s been a good purchase and has proven that it was the right one.
“In a shop-floor scenario it does the same programme day in, day out without fail and that gives us confidence. Also, working the way we do and charging our customers by an hourly rate, it enables us to give a better quote which is positive for them. They know exactly what they’re paying.
“We’re now able to offer a more complete measurement solution for our customers. It allows them to have more confidence in us, meaning they’re more likely to come back to us, and it also means that for our reputation it’s very positive because our customers will spread the word of Torus around.”
Mr Richardson added: “I would recommend OGP and the SmartScope CNC 500. The equipment is very good, fast and reliable and the service OGP has offered has been fantastic.”