Precision measurement
Rotary tables are positioning devices that are oftentimes used in precision manufacturing applications. More specifically, they are tools that hold parts on rotating axes, which increases productivity, accuracy, and repeatability. It seems simple enough, but there are various types of rotary tables. So how do you choose which one is best for you? Let’s [Read More]
ABTech has observed some interesting applications of our air-bearings over the years, one of the coolest being record players. More specifically, as rotary air-bearings used as turntables in high-end record players For the Record I should probably offer an explanation as a little background perspective for our younger readers; there once was a time when music [Read More]
What does it all mean? “Pride in Precision” and “Pride in People.” What does it all mean? These are not just mottos for nice plaques in an office but the driving forces throughout ABTech. They were created collectively by everyone in the company and resonate with how we do business, internally and externally. First, “Pride [Read More]
We at ABTech are introducing new precision centering fixtures for metrology use with higher accuracy and repeatability than traditional work holding chucks and a lower profile. Set up is critical in performing ultra-precision measurements, but it doesn’t have to take up a lot of time. Mount this precision centering fixture to a rotary table, roundness [Read More]