TubeInspect

Automated tube inspection in high-resolution

The end-to-end solution for tube measurement and production control on the shop floor

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TubeInspect is an all-in-one turnkey measurement cell specially developed for the efficient quality control of bent tubes and wires.

Albert Biebl case study application - TubeInspect

Powered by an array of high-quality cameras that deliver unmatched optical scanning functionality, TubeInspect is all about making tube measurement as fast as possible without compromising on data quality and accuracy. The leading BendingStudio XT software platform is central to the system, allowing it to become the central hub for controlling and analysing the entire tube production process.

Integrated long-life, low-maintenance LED illumination technology smoothly illuminates the TubeInspect measurement field, with the interior sidelight controlled automatically through BendingStudio XT. Imaging is fast and detailed with GigE camera technology that ensures synchronic capture of the measuring object within milliseconds. And all this is built on an innovative three-dimensional glass reference surface that is highly precise and offers the reliable stability demanded for shop floor use.

TubeInspect sizes

Industrial sized TubeInspect P16.2

TubeInspect comes in two sizes. TubeInspect P8.2 models are fitting with an 8-camera array and are suitable for tubes less than 1000 millimetres long from end-to-end and with a maximum diameter of 125 millimetres. The industrial-sized TubeInspect P16.2 models are fitted with a 16-camera array and can measure tubes up to 7 metres long and with a maximum diameter of 200 millimetres.

TubeInspect versions

TubeInspect P8.2 variant

Each TubeInspect size comes in a standard model featuring 3-megapixel camera arrays, or an upgraded HRC version outfitted with 12-megapixel cameras.

TubeInspect P8.2
TubeInspect P8.2 HRC
TubeInspect P16.2
TubeInspect P16.2 HRC

TubeInspect automation

TubeInspect automation: Fully automated tube produiction-inspection-correction loop

The TubeInspect platform also delivers full automation capability, with high-resolution models ready for complete integration as the quality assurance step within a larger robotic tube production cell. Also delivered with high-resolution models is the possibility to measure end holders and fittings with CAD-Adaptors through image analysis rather than with mechanical adaptors.

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A specially designed simplified user interface pares down the BendingStudio XT functionality to exactly what is needed during the hairpin production process, making it easy for shop floor users to manage production with minimal training.

Features and benefits

CAD-Adaptors
Asymmetric fittings and holders can be measured without mechanical adaptors, using a digital CAD-Adapter created from a CAD model (IGES, STEP).

Turnkey resilience
TubeInspect comes in the form of an enclosed concept suitable for rough production environments.

High-speed
Measurement within as little as 3 seconds after placing tube into the measurement system.

Measurement variety
Measure flexible, malleable or freeform bent tubes, either in serial inspection of high-volume batches or for reverse engineering and prototyping applications.

High-resolution cameras
Special HRC models boast an array of 12 megapixel cameras which deliver more detailed inspection functionality as well as powering TubeInspect’s automation capabilities.

Automation ready
Full integration within a larger robot production cell, with external control possible from within a dedicated BendingStudio XT interface.

Direct control
Hotkey button on TubeInspect front panel allows for quickly beginning and confirming measurements, minimising back-and-forth between cell and desktop.

BendingStudio XT software
The well-established BendingStudio XT platform delivers direct bender interfaces for all major brands, measurement plans for rapid batch measurement, automatic and customisable reporting and easy CAD data import and export.