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    3D Scanning

    Does anyone have experience of using 3D scanners integrated to CAD to inspect sheetmetal components. We have a Faro arm CMM which I believe you can attach a laser scanner to. How fast is point cloud scanning - is it practical to use it to check first off pieces in a busy fabrication shop. I...
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    Interchange assemblies & family tables

    Is there a good source to provide guidlines on how best to use this functionality. We make a range of electrical cabinents, heavy duty baseframes and canopies (metal box to provide weatherproof and soundproofing). Products are highly optionised. I would like guidelines or examples of...
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    Use of GD&T for sheetmetal

    Our corporate drawing standard is to use GD&T for all features on drawings. Is anyone using GD&T on the model as opposed to the drawing?. Is there a fast way to add feature control frame values say for positional tolerances on a range of hole sizes?. I do not consider that the liberal use of...

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