Apex’s diverse manufacturers experience allows for greater knowledge of CMM Applications & enables provision of more efficient solutions across customer installed equipment. The Metrology Centre is situated adjacent to the world class Edinburgh Technopole Science Park which has a focus on Research & Development since 1946 pioneering New High-Tech Innovative Solutions.
Established clients include Aerospace, Autosport, Automotive, Medical & Scientific that are world-recognised, blue-chip institutions and companies. With all customers being different Apex provide application solutions that address the specific requirement. Core values is to provide products & services of the highest quality, best value & to ensure customer satisfaction.
Programming & Validation
Planned Common Programming Methods used by qualified Applications Engineers to ensure consistency & quality of results. Program Structure to suit client standards. Independent validation of existing or new programs to ensure they meet the requirements. of the design standard. Experienced in multiple metrology software both current & obsolete.
Measurement Services
A broad measurement capability to dimensionally measure components either at our facility or on-site at clients with portable equipment. Dimensional Calibration/Verification of Jigs & Fixtures to ensure they are fit-for-use.
Calibration & Preventative Maintenance
Traceable Calibration/Verification to national standards for CMM & Portable Arm systems. Preventative maintenance schedules to ensure equipment maintains accuracy.
CMM & Portable Arm Sales
As an independent company we provide unbias recommendation for the client application to ensure that the best structure and/or metrology software is provided. Second user systems can be sourced to suit client application
Upgrades
Many CMM Structures can be upgraded to latest metrology software, controller and probing systems. Skilled Support Engineers will complete a site survey and report viability and, if appropriate, make the correct technical proposal for the upgrade.
Training
Training by Applications Engineers to ensure it’s relevant to the CMM configuration & part application that the trainees will have to use the machine for. Broad range of current & obsolete software products supported.
Fixturing Solutions
Application driven solutions using either modular fixturing solutions for flexibility or bespoke designed to provide repeatability, consistency & speed. Both are reviewed with clients & discussed which is the most suitable.
