Observing and recording CMM events

In one view, assess the current events and activity of the CMM for a more clear understanding of the current CMM status. Details include:

• Current Part Number being inspected
• ZEISS CALYPSO Measurement Plan
• Start Time
• Estimated End Time
• Part Temperature
• Current Operator Log in
• CMM Configuration
• CMM Firmware

Provided as a tool for CMM operators, programmers, and managers. CMMobserver records and displays all significant events to understand the CMM activity and the frequency of problems with detailed information to help solve problems faster. Users can sort columns and filter by a date range. CMMobserver can also export the events to Excel for additional analysis.

Significant events include:

• Operator log-on/off
• Measurement Plan start/finish
• CMM Errors and Collisions

Details for each events include:

• CALYPSO Plan Name
• Plan start/finish date/time
• Part Temperatures
• Machine Temperatures
• Collision speed and location (requires firmware >=32.07)
• Collision feature and probe/stylus used
• Record header fields
• Operator

In an Industry 4.0 world, ZEISS is leading the way by offering an MTconnect adapter to send CMM events to an ERP system or a machine monitoring software. When coupled with an ERP system or factory monitoring software:

• Maximize manufacturing efficiency
• Spot trends as they happen
• Engage employees to improve efficiency
• Provide comprehensive reporting of part quality
• Correctly calculate OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
• Provide alerts/notifications of a CMM down or simply a CMM program finish