Revolutionizing workshop Precision

C4: A Game-Changing Portable CMM

“This is the machine I’ve been waiting for my entire career!” These were the words of Vic Welland, a seasoned machine shop engineer and operations expert at Turnamics, when he first encountered the Trimos CMM C4—a cutting-edge portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM).

Discovering the Trimos CMM C4 at IMTS

Vic Welland first discovered the Trimos C4 (marketed as zCAT in the USA) during IMTS 2018. As he explored the exhibition, the C4’s live demonstration instantly caught his attention. Intrigued by its capabilities, he stopped and demanded, “Do that again!”—he had to witness its “Touch & Teach” feature one more time.

This revolutionary function allows users to manually guide the C4 through measurements, which the software records and automates. With a simple press of ‘Play,’ the C4 precisely reproduces the measurement process, significantly reducing human error and increasing efficiency.

Seamless Integration at Turnamics

Once Vic saw the Trimos C4 in action, he immediately envisioned its potential in his Asheville, North Carolina workshop, where Turnamics produces high-precision parts for the bicycle, transit, and telecommunications industries.

Training staff on the C4 was effortless: “I can take anybody off the floor, give them a ten-minute crash course, and they can check parts,” Vic shared. The user-friendly interface and intuitive operation made onboarding new users a breeze.

Maximizing Productivity with Custom Workflows

One of the biggest advantages of the Trimos CMM C4 is its flexibility. Vic developed custom daisy-chain jigs, allowing parts to be continuously swapped out while the C4 operates non-stop. This streamlined workflow dramatically improved efficiency and throughput at Turnamics.

Fowler: A Key Partner in Precision Metrology

Turnamics’ successful integration of the Trimos C4 was made possible through the support of Fowler, Trimos’ trusted local distributor. Fowler’s expertise in precision metrology solutions has helped numerous manufacturers to improve quality control and measurement accuracy.

Why Choose the Trimos CMM C4?

The Trimos C4 is redefining precision measurement with its unique capabilities:

• Portable & Compact: Ideal for both shop-floor and lab environments.
• Touch & Teach Feature: Eliminates complex programming and reduces training time.
• User-Friendly Interface: Allows for rapid adoption by new operators.
• High Precision & Reliability: Perfect for industries requiring tight tolerances.

If you’re looking for a portable CMM that enhances efficiency, precision, and ease of use, the Trimos C4 is the solution you’ve been waiting for.

Learn more by visiting Turnamics and Industry Nine to see the cutting-edge products made with the help of Trimos technology.

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