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Mark Thomas

Mark Thomas, a former CQE and CMfgE, is the marketing director at Quality Vision International Inc. (QVI). For more information, call (585) 544-0450, email mthomas@qvii.com or visit www.qvii.com.

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Multisensor: Make It Part of the Process

Advanced multisensor measurement systems can become an integral part of an Industry 4.0 process at any level.
Mark Thomas
October 1, 2018
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Advanced manufacturers today are trending towards Industry 4.0—changing the way business runs. More emphasis is placed on access to real-time data from production and quality sources.


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A high speed video metrology system provides the high dimensional measurement throughput needed for production environments. Source: QVI

Boost Productivity with Video Technology

The biggest advantage of video measurement is the ability to handle the high sampling rates needed in production.
Mark Thomas
February 8, 2018
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Productivity is a key competitive element for any manufacturing operation. Do more in less time is an often recited production mantra.


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Closing the Digital Loop – Engineering to Manufacturing

Closing the Digital Loop – Engineering to Manufacturing

Today’s CAD models and quality standards bring modern manufacturing much closer to better communication.
Ray Stahl Mark Thomas
July 1, 2017
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Referees at sporting events can fuel elation or outrage with their calls when it comes to a favorite team, but in truth, these people are needed to provide an impartial interpretation of the rules of the game.


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Boldly Touting Multisensor Value

The value proposition for choosing a multisensor measurement system, compared to a single sensor machine, is productivity and cost savings.
Mark Thomas
January 3, 2017
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As the new year brings new budgets, the reality of muted economic growth for 2017 becomes clear when the subject of corporate spending arises.


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The Versatility of Vision Metrology

The Versatility of Vision Metrology

In the manufacturing world, speed and accuracy are high priorities. Vision technology provides both.
Mark Thomas
September 1, 2016
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Up until the late 1970s, the contour projector or optical comparator was the mainstay of automated two-dimensional inspection systems. 


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Multisensory measurement systems

Why Multisensor Metrology Matters

Each sensor has its own strength for particular measurement situations.
Mark Thomas
April 1, 2016
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Manufactured parts need to be measured to ensure they meet the original design intent. Modern manufacturing techniques allow complex parts to be made that can have numerous critical dimensions.


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