The Next Generation: ZEISS PRISMO Family

When it comes to precision, it is imperative to achieve reproducible maximum accuracy at the highest measuring speeds. The ZEISS PRISMO Family of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) has been leading the way for more than 30 years and ZEISS PRISMO is considered the future of precision.

Precision keeps the production process together, from reliability to quality assurance. It is also constantly evolving by combining speed, flexibility, and productivity at a higher level than ever before.

For any CMM to be successful, it must also combine safety and efficiency, whether in the controlled setting of the quality lab or under tough environmental conditions on the production line itself, according to ZEISS. To create a win-win situation, it is necessary to obtain a high throughput with a minimal rejection rate and to reduce costs by eliminating downtime. This demands the best precision that the market can offer.

In their pursuit of precision, manufacturers produce top product quality that meets the challenging requirements of their consumers. Not only do they need to handle tight tolerances and complex geometries, but they also must maximize output while ensuring the necessary degree of safety. The question many ask is whether there is a way to reduce production rejects and save time while guaranteeing superlative measurement performance?

Manufacturers agree that one way of boosting speed is to fundamentally reimagine how processes are performed, enabling them to be completed in a fraction of the time. Such innovations can deliver significant efficiency gains without sacrificing accuracy, if they are backed up by automated features that cut speed to safe levels in the event of a hazard.

It is important that all efforts to increase productivity promote long-term feasibility. Sustainability, energy efficiency, noise reduction, and ergonomic handling: These are just some of the areas in which CMMs must deliver. To be a sound investment, they must be truly ready for the future.

Among the most accurate CMMs on the market are the ZEISS PRISMO. This machine is fully compliant with requirements and has been awarded DGUV certification due to its high standards. The new generation of the ZEISS PRISMO Family boasts the following features:

• The ZEISS PowerSaver feature automatically disconnects ZEISS PRISMO from the power supply after a preconfigured period, reducing power consumption to zero during downtime.
• The ZEISS AirSaver feature automatically switches off the compressed air after a preconfigured period, cutting air consumption by up to 60%.
• The new C99m controller from ZEISS cuts power consumption by 68% for a standardized test cycle.
• The new control panel holder ensures improved storage.
• The new design of the front cover reduces the distance between the user and the measuring area. This ensures easier manual loading of heavy parts.
• Safety laser scanners offer total coverage around the machine and trigger an automatic speed reduction upon detection of a hazard.
• ZEISS PRISMO fortis is suitable for quality labs and inline settings up to 40°C.

All four models in the ZEISS PRISMO Family help operators meet their individual measurement requirements with confidence and speed. All models are also compatible with the new ZEISS VAST Rotary Table Axis (ZVRA) option, which defines the axis of the rotary table nearly 75% faster than before – and provides the ideal foundation for ensuring the highest possible accuracy during measurement.

The new performance package ZEISS CMM Acceleration Mode for Aerospace Applications cuts blade and blisk measurement times by as much as 70%. It is exclusive to ZEISS PRISMO 7/12/7 fortis, which is equipped with the ZEISS VAST Rotary Table (ZVR) and ZVRA processes. Working in tandem with the safety laser scanners, ZVR significantly increases the rotary table movement speed as well as the measurement speed. The dedicated application support also adds a number of performance adjustments and enhancements for even greater customization and productivity.

This package is crafted for a range of components in a variety of sectors. For instance, ZEISS CMM Acceleration Mode for Aerospace Applications handles the measurement of blades and blisks. ZVRA performs a single smooth measurement to quickly and accurately define the rotary table axis, after which ZVR measures the blade or blisk on different levels. ZVRA and ZVR ensure repeatable measurements with a reproducibility below 10% of the specified tolerances, as required by the industry to ensure measuring equipment capability.

There is no middle-ground when it comes to precision. With the new generation of the renowned ZEISS PRISMO Family, the future of precision is here. According to the company, sales in Mexico during its first year after ZEISS PRISMO launching is to close at US$1.2 million.