Since 1986 Helmel Engineerings Geomet Systems Division puts the Geomet coordinate measuring machine software on any CMM brand.

With the universal Geomet CMM software most automatic and any manual CMM can be retrofitted.

The newest Geomet coordinate measuring machine software versions provide 2-way connection with CAD databases.

Efficient direct access with the Geomet Keyboard key label user interface allows to exercise most important measuring functions.

Versatility, speed and integrity are some of the key features that a Geomet coordinate measuring machine software upgrade can provide for you.

While the measuring capacity defines the maximum size of an object in 3 dimensions the coordinate measuring machine is able to measure, the measuring lengths of the 3 axis describe the total travel that can be performed in each direction.

Sometimes special promotion coordinate measuring machines or rental coordinate measuring machines might also be a good alternative depending on the circumstances.

You can also investigate the introductory special for the new Phoenix RB coordinate measuring machine which currently sells at under $20,000 ready-to-run.

The Phoenix RB DCC coordinate measuring machine is a complete, ready-to-run system with a measuring capacity of 12” x 12” x 10” on a sturdy stand with a full granite table.

If you need fast and excellent value for reverse engineering, lab or production needs - the Phoenix RB DCC CMM might be what you're looking for!

HELMEL ENGINEERING PRODUCTS, INC. announces the introduction of their American-made, shop hardened automatic coordinate measuring machine for small and medium sized parts at an introductory price under $20,000. Called the PHOENIX RB, it is a DCC system with a measuring capacity of 12” x 12” x 10”, and is a complete, ready-to-run coordinate measuring machine with a “real estate friendly” compact footprint. Helmel has been a dedicated broad-line coordinate measuring machine builder in Niagara Falls, NY, and since 1973 has cultivated the more rugged and durable mechanical bearing concepts, developing a reputation for smaller benchtop and mini-CMMs in addition to larger offerings.

The PHOENIX RB is a self-contained moving bridge design with a full granite table on a sturdy stand that houses the electronics and computer. Hardened and precision ground ways with high accuracy mechanical bearings provide long term reliability. Steel scales mounted on steel structures assure uniform thermal response. Intrinsic mechanical accuracy is manufactured in, and is independent of volumetric software error correction, considerably reducing calibration and maintenance cost over time.

The motorized system includes a controller, joystick, Renishaw probe, computer system, and Helmel’s proprietary, time proven and easy-to-learn “GEOMET” Software. It is believed to be the first DCC coordinate measuring machine in the USA priced below $20,000 ready to go. The Phoenix RB is rugged, fast, and an excellent coordinate measuring machine value ideally suited to production, lab, and reverse engineering needs.

“At a point in time when US manufacturers need every single competitive, cost-reducing advantage, no matter how small,” comments Art Whistler, VP of Sales & Marketing, “who else but Helmel would do this? The price is absurd for a machine of this quality, but we have learned our lessons, honed our skills, and invested in efficiencies over the last 35 years, perhaps for this moment. RB? It stands for either ReBorn, or Recession Buster. You be the judge.”

Most portable coordinate measuring machines are used on the shop floor. They can be mounted onto the machinery that is manufacturing the part to be inspected.

There are also mini CMMs that have entered the market which can provide the same high precision as previously was only possible with more expensive larger coordinate measuring machines.

In 1973, when Helmel started, there were 10 coordinate measuring machine manufacturers marketing their CMMs in the United States. 8 of these were domestic.

In the meantime all of them either closed their doors, took their coordinate measuring machines off the market or sold their CMM line to another coordinate measuring machine manufacturer.

After the sale of Brown & Sharpe in 2001 Helmel was the only one left from all original coordinate measuring machine manufacturers.

It features hardened stainless steel ways and scales on steel structures to minimize thermal errors. Every Checkmaster coordinate measuring machine gets tested for accuracy and repeatability before it leaves the factory making sure ANSI B89.4.1a-1998 are met or exceeded.

The Checkmaster coordinate measuring machines are packaged for secure and fast installation with key components protected by specially designed brackets.