Single Axis Shopfloor Metrology Systems for Sheet Metal

Like all Raytech Measuring Systems Inc tables, the Single Axis table starts as a welded steel frame. The frame then gets powder-coated with a textured finish which makes it durable enough for use on the shop floor.

Once the frame is finished, we then mount a ground steel plate to the top using a series of leveling bolts. These bolts let us adjust the top relative to the frame. By doing this, we get a flat working surface to support your material.

After the top is leveled, we mount the linear bearings and encoders, making sure they are straight and parallel for maximum accuracy. Assemble the parts, calibrate the table using a NIST-traceable laser system, and the machine is ready to be delivered.

We often get asked about the durability of our machines and if they need a special clean room. The answer is, no they do not. The welded frame and ground top are durable enough to sit on the shop floor next to any production equipment. 

The Heidenhain encoders and readouts we use are designed for use on machine tools where there is vibration, coolant spray, and electrical noise. As a result, the machines work just fine on the floor right next to a punch press, blanking line, or other process equipment. Plug it in and it’s ready to use.

If you’re manufacturing flat sheets, be they sheet metal, plastics, wood, etc., then the Single Axis table might be the best solution for you. This durable, portable, shop-floor machine will allow an operator to quickly and accurately measure: 

• Length and width
• Hole locations from edges
• Hole to hole centers

If you need to measure corner to corner variation for squareness, add a set of diagonal blocks to your table. One block slips into the slot of the table and rests against the fixed stop bar. The other block slides over the measuring pin. By putting your part between the blocks in opposing corners and setting the display to zero, you can then turn the part to the opposite corners and quickly and accurately measure the deviation.

If you need to see if two edges are square to each other, or if you need to see if the edge of your part has camber, add a squareness gage. By placing the part flush against the fixed stop bar, you can set the dial indicator to zero, then run it down the edge of the part and see how far out of square that edge is. You can also place your part on the machine and set both ends to zero on the dial indicator. At that point, you can detect any camber in the edge of the part.