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Precision in every part: The world of metal products

The metal products manufacturing industry plays a crucial role in modern manufacturing and engineering, serving as the backbone for various sectors. These metal parts are essential for the functionality and durability of countless products, ranging from tiny precision parts to large structural elements.

In safety-critical products, even the smallest defect can lead to catastrophic failures. For expensive, complex, and large parts, achieving a first-time right outcome and improving process efficiency are crucial factors that determine the final cost per part. For these reasons, comprehensive quality control is implemented throughout the entire manufacturing process, from the simulation to the final touch of mechanical processing.

Quality solutions for various metal manufacturing processes

Metal forming

Metal forming

Shaping metal: The craftsmanship behind metal forming

In industrial sheet metal forming processes such as stamping, bending, drawing, and pressing, the quality of the produced parts can change significantly. These changes can adversely affect the performance of the components and lead to additional challenges. To minimize defects and enhance reliability, implementing robust quality assurance is fundamental at every stage of metal forming.

Casting

Casting

Precision casted in every part

In foundries, the requirements for components and the parameters of manufacturing processes are becoming increasingly stringent. Key processes such as molding, machining, and assembly significantly influence both the shape and quality of the final castings. As a result, maintaining high-quality standards is essential throughout the entire manufacturing process to ensure optimal performance and reliability of the finished products.

Additive Manufacturing

Additive manufacturing

Perfection in every step: quality control in additive manufacturing

The technology of additive manufacturing enables complex part designs and rapid prototyping. Thanks to this technology, companies achieve reduced material waste and allow for customizations, driving efficiency and creativity across various industries. As a result, maintaining high standards is essential at every step: from powder and material characterization to post-print material inspection.

Welding

Welding

Strengthening connections for combined metal parts

Welding techniques play a vital role in creating robust connections between materials, allowing for exceptional strength and durability. This capability empowers industries to enhance product performance and innovate designs, leading to greater operational efficiency. It is crucial to uphold rigorous standards throughout the entire process: starting from the selection of materials to the final inspection of weld quality.

Trends & highlights

  • Automation

    Transform quality inspection with automation solutions

    From local measurement, maintenance, and repair to precision calibration services, our global network is committed to keeping your operation running smoothly. Furthermore, benefit from our tailored solutions, including system modernization (retrofits) and productivity enhancements (accessories), as well as monitoring and analysis services, to maximize the efficiency and productivity of your ZEISS systems. Finally, we encourage you to explore our training programs to boost productivity and optimize production.

  • Digitalization

    From precision analysis to data management with innovative software

    At the forefront of precision metrology analysis and data management, we offer innovative software solutions designed to optimize your manufacturing and production efficiency. Explore how we harness the power of AI to enhance workflows in microscopy, develop tailored AI models for automated defect detection, and provide global quality data reporting that delivers comprehensive analytics and insights.

  • Innovations

    Technology and insights that are shaping the future of quality assurance

    Explore the exciting trends in metrology, innovative industry breakthroughs, and uplifting success stories that are transforming the measurement landscape today. Plus, dive into the future of quality assurance with ZEISS Quality Insights, our informative newsletter filled with exclusive updates. Discover how industries are optimizing processes, enhancing precision, and achieving measurable success.

  • Sustainability

    Mastering decarbonization together

    Shaping a sustainable future with precision metrology systems and software that optimize processes and reduce resource consumption. This is where innovation meets sustainability. We invite you to discover how our quality assurance solutions are driving decarbonization across industries such as new energy vehicles, power and energy, and aerospace with information, comprehensive reports, and downloadable resources that reflect our unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and transparency in our practices.

  • Truly global

    Extensive service and support for every metrology challenge

    From local measurement, maintenance, and repair to precision calibration services, our global network is committed to keeping your operation running smoothly. Furthermore, benefit from our tailored solutions, including system modernization (retrofits) and productivity enhancements (accessories), as well as monitoring and analysis services, to maximize the efficiency and productivity of your ZEISS systems. Finally, we encourage you to explore our training programs aimed at boosting productivity and optimizing production.

Extra insights into quality assurance for metal products

  • #measuringhero | Keys to success in metal roll forming

    #measuringhero | Keys to success in metal roll forming
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    #measuringhero | Episode 128: Exploring the World of Casting
  • #measuringhero | Episode 83: Lightning fast casting inspection

    #measuringhero | Episode 83: Lightning fast casting inspection

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    Welser Profile has a long history, with more than 360 years in the metal industry, evolving from a small forge to a global player in roll forming. See how the process works, creating complex profiles from flat metal. Watch this episode to learn how quality assurance has been a part of the process and how Welser Profile is taking forward-looking steps to maintain this quality.
    #measuringhero | Keys to success in metal roll forming

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    In this episode, #measuringhero Jay takes you behind the scenes of one of Italy's most prestigious casting companies, to showcase the importance of quality assurance in the production of high quality aluminium castings.
    #measuringhero | Episode 128: Exploring the World of Casting

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    In this #measuringhero episode Jay meets Marco again to solve an inspection challenge of a foundry customer. With a dual pallet system, inspection becomes highly efficient as loading and 2D inspection take place simultaneously. Since we inspected real customer parts, we had to hide them.
    #measuringhero | Episode 83: Lightning fast casting inspection

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