PC-DMIS 2018 now available from Hexagon

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has launched PC-DMIS 2018 R2, the latest edition of its measurement software and the second of two major releases this year.

PC-DMIS 2018 R2 introduces a reporting workflow, making it easier to create customised reports with simple drag and drop functionality and an intuitive slideshow-style interface. In addition, a newly developed QuickPath tool expands on existing QuickFeature functionality to simplify feature creation with a safe path.

PC-DMIS 2018 R2 also introduces the ability to add run charts from qs-STAT into the PC-DMIS report, while the improved ‘Probe Utility’ allows users to mark favourite tip configurations, create required tip angles by simply clicking on CAD, and buy replacements with Shopping Cart tools; a new e-Store is coming soon to hexagonmi.com. Improvements in the use of lasers, specifically for path creation and offline programming, also feature in the R2 release.

User experience has been improved with a smaller XactMeasure dialog window that consumes less space in the graphics display window. Furthermore, Slideshow, the real-time dimensional reporting tool, is now free to use under a PC-DMIS software maintenance agreement (SMA).

Other notable improvements within PC-DMIS include: a newly developed 2D radius gauge for quick checks on the go; added MoveInspect XR8 support; improved QuickFixture workflow with snap-to-grid capability; NX 12 DCI and Catia v5 R27 DCI & DCT support; added support for the HP-L-5.8 sensor; improved Q-DAS support; added ‘Measurement Strategy Editor’ parameter sets; and Vero SMIRT integration.