At the annual Control 2025 exhibition in Stuttgart, Germany earlier this month, Italy-based ViciVision showcased the potential to combine confocal and touch probes in a single machine with its new Techno 914 series. This combination allows for dual non-contact and tactile measurement capabilities to meet a wide range of complex measurement demands.

The confocal system can perform fast, accurate, non-contact measurements of complex surfaces and hard-to-reach areas for splined shafts, while the touch probe supports shaped-defect measurements needs such as axial run-out, flatness, perpendicularity and keyway dimensions.

According to ViciVision, the result for users is efficiency, precision and seamless integration by providing multiple measurement modes within a single device. In turn, this enhanced efficiency and reliability optimises production workflows.

Through the strong combination of non-contact and contact measurement technologies, ViciVision says its Techno 914 series “redefines the possibilities of precision measurement”. Its multifunctional design not only enhances production efficiency but also significantly optimises quality control processes, making it an indispensable tool in modern industrial environments striving for excellence.

Notably, the machine is designed for use directly on the shop floor, allowing for immediate inspection and feedback on the production line. By enabling on-site measurements, the Techno 914 reduces downtime, eliminates bottlenecks and helps operators make adjustments before parts go out of tolerance, leading to fewer rejects. 

ViciVision’s Techno 914 is well-suited to measuring a variety of turned parts, including those used in the automotive, aerospace and medical industries. The machine features an ergonomic workpiece clamping lever for easy handling and a large open front for convenient loading and unloading.

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