Delcam provides complete inspection solution for Australian automotive parts maker

The increased demand for inspecting parts and tools many times in multiple places within the manufacturing chain requires a software program that can be used on a variety of different inspection hardware platforms, including manual CMMs, CNC CMMs, inspection arms and optical equipment. Metalsa, located on a large industrial site in Cheltenham, near Melbourne, supplies local car manufacturers, including Toyota, GM-Holden and Ford. For example, the company makes and supplies more than 60 components for the Toyota Camry, including under-body and body-shell components, and each component design must pass from Toyota's design system to the Metalsa data system before manufacturing, prototyping and verification can begin. Trialling of parts is done at various stages, with targets to be met at every stage. As a component passes through these stages, it must be accurate enough to meet Toyota's exacting standards. The last stage is trial fitment by Toyota to a car. If the part meets Toyota's parameters, it moves into the manufacturing phase at Metalsa. PowerINSPECT is Metalsa's first choice because it delivers a complete CAD-based inspection solution. It surpasses traditional 2D inspection methods by offering the capability to inspect against all CAD data. With its on-screen feedback and detailed graphical displays, the company can gain immediate feedback for each measured point and inspection reports can be generated automatically in a customised format. Metalsa is a global manufacturer of chassis, suspension and body structures for both cars and commercial vehicles, with the philosophy "Quality as a way of life." Originally founded in Mexico, the company now also manufactures in North and South America, Germany and India, as well as in Australia.