Over the past decade or two, coordinate measuring machines have rapidly made their way into more shops than ever before. Alongside laser scanners and vision systems, they have become the standard for industrial QA departments across the world. But a good deal of buyers still don’t know the first thing about these specialized, essential pieces of equipment. They come in a variety of sizes and types that are made to measure very different components, from auto frames to microchips. You will have to take into consideration their reach, their measurement error range, mobility, and more. However, once you’ve determined your…