Welcome to the Fall issue of BLM Dimensions

In this issue of BLM Dimensions, you will find

several interesting articles related to product

applications. We’ll focus on some recent and

promising LaserSpeed applications in on-line

gauging and share some new applications in

tubing production and metrology to give you an

added edge in sales. We’ll also give you an inside

look at an upcoming technical paper Les Jensen,

LaserSpeed product manager, is giving on

non-contact laser measurement to the

steel-making community in South America.

You’ll also learn about UK-based InLine Measurement Systems in the

Featured Partner section. And, as with every issue we share the latest

documents available in the Partner Toolbox to give you the competitive

edge. We also have some corporate news you’ll find interesting.

We hope you enjoy our newsletter!

Thank you for being our partner.

Partner News 20 September 2011

In this issue:BLM Market News

From Our Office

Featured Partner

Partner Toolbox

Tech Tips

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Quality Expo

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Interplas UK

MSV-International Engineering

Fair

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Global Gypsum Conference

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Partner News 20 September 2011

LaserSpeed® is solving a range ofmanufacturing application challenges

>> OLGThere’s been some real traction in Europe with using LaserSpeed for cut control applicationsin paper, plastic film, tapes, and labeling. Many plant operators are faced with measurementinaccuracies from rotary encoders (as high as 2%), requiring them to continuously check thecut length accuracy via hand or weight measurements and adjust the product line to keepcut lengths within specification. This positions LaserSpeed as the optimal solutionbecause of its materials measurement versatility, customizable pulse rates (up to 5MHz),and high accuracy and repeatability (±0.05% to 0.02%). Another big selling point is thatLaserSpeed is MID certified and meets the 2004/22/EG standard for length measure-ment.

In the Americas, we’ve seen increased interest from paper manufacturers and roofingmaterial producers. For example, a paper manufacturer was giving away 2.5% of itsproduct due to inaccurate length measurements and having problems with flying spiceapplications (splicing a new parent reel of paper with the tail of the expiring reel at highspeeds to ensure continuous length). LaserSpeed is offering an estimated savings of $370,000/yr. Another example isa roofing felt manufacturer experiencing roll length and cut-to-length inaccuracies of 1.5% due to unreliable rotaryencoder readings. After implementing LaserSpeed, the manufacturer eliminated $88,565/yr in product lengthgive-away. For more information, read the application notes in the Partner Toolbox.

Beta LaserMike presents technical paper on recent advances in lasernon-contact measurement to steel producers at ABM Brazil 2011>> MetalsLes Jensen, LaserSpeed product manager at Beta LaserMike, will be delivering a technicalpaper presentation to steel producers on the latest breakthroughs in non-contact laser mea-surement technology at the upcoming ABM Brazil 2011 technical conference in Santos, Brazil(October 24-27). The technical paper is entitled “Overcoming Mechanical Issues in ObtainingAccurate, Stable Length and Speed Measurements in Steel Mills and Billet Caster Applications.”

The technical paper is a must read and an excellent sales reference tool for those wanting tobetter understand how LaserSpeed provides highly accurate length and speed measurementsin applications such as billet casters, slab casters, plate length, cold rolling mills, and tensionstretch leveling. Les sets the stage as follows: “Steel manufacturers have tobe more efficient and improve product quality to be more competitive. Thekey is to replace inaccurate, contact-type measurement devices with highlyaccurate non-contact gauges like LaserSpeed throughout the manufacturingprocess. LaserSpeed offers ±0.05% accuracy and applications flexibility,enabling manufacturers to realize numerous bottom-line benefits in quality,productivity, and waste reduction.” This technical paper will be available inlate October. Be sure to visit the Partner Toolbox to download a copy.

BLM Market News

Partner News 20 September 2011

Offer a 4-axis scanning solution for flaw detection

>> Wire & CableHave you ever run into a competitive situation where more than 2-axis scanning wasrequired for a flaw detection application? Well, we have a solution that enables youto offer customers a 4-axis measurement system. It stems from our “specials”systems work and includes the use of two 2-axis AccuScan diameter gauges coupledwith a DataPro 3100 controller to give you 4-axis measurement capabilities. Thecombination provides greater coverage around the circumference of the product soyou can perform better ovality measurements and detect more flaws, such as lumpsand neckdowns, with higher certainty. This is especially critical on larger productswhere there is more area to scan. We’ve had great success with this solution withseveral customers.

The dual 2-axis AccuScan setup enables you to offer a flaw-detection measurementsolution that cannot be accomplished with a 2- or 3-axis system. From a price versusperformance standpoint, this system offers real value that enables customers todetect a higher percentage of flaws at an appealing price point. If you have a unique flaw detectionapplication, please contact your regional sales manager to discuss the details. Ask for the “flaw detectioncalculator” to help you determine the right system solution. The calculator enables you to enter the size ofthe flaw to detect and product circumference to measure to determine the appropriate number of axes forthe application.

Golf Anyone?>> Medical Extrusion/MetrologyBeta LaserMike designed a unique setof BenchMike fixtures for the UnitedStates Golf Association (USGA) tomeasure golf grips. The fixtures consistof a standard Beta LaserMike DigitalReadout Slide (p/n 83617) and a specialrotating chuck designed for the DROslide. Chuck sizes include:

> AM7845 – Chuck Size 1/8” to 5/8”

> AM7902 – Chuck Size 0 to 1/2”

Using these two fixtures, users canrotate a part via BenchMike’s fixtureoutput andget the linearpositionoutput fromthe DRO slide.This information is displayed onBenchMike. The encoder function onthe DRO slide enables users to accu-rately measure the same location onmultiple rotating parts while usingBenchMike’s measurement functions.

While initially developed for the USGA,these fixtures can be used in anyapplication that requires the measure-ment of multiple positions along arotating part as well as TIR/Ovality ormax/min sizing.

Unique system configuration offers competitiveadvantage in tube production

>> Tube & PipeBeta LaserMike offers several different system configurations for tubeproduction applications. For example, System Configuration -22 is widelyused by medical and tubing manufacturers. This configuration includesAccuScan to measure the product OD and UltraScan in the trough tomeasure the wall thickness and calculate the ID. Recently, one of ourcompetitors (a company by the name of Z-something) has added a featureto their tube production system solution that makes it similar to ourconfiguration -22 …and they’re using it to aggressively compete on projects.

We need to let customers know that Beta LaserMike has offered thissystem configuration for many years before the competition. In addition,we also offer a System Configuration -23. It’s basically the same setupas configuration -22, but offers the added capability to measure theproduct OD in the trough with UltraScan. This allows tube makers tomeasure product shrinkage between the Ultrascan OD and AccuScan ODmeasurements. Plus, UltraScan offers the added advantage of our patentedSnap Technology which is simple to use. To learn more about the variousTube Production System Configurations, visit our Partner Toolbox.

by Richard Snaith,EMEA Sales Director

Optimizing calibration of your laserdiameter gauge (by Dave Bochenek)

Often times we’re asked if there is any way to improve theperformance of our diameter gauge. In some cases wecan. It depends on the diameter gauge and the size ofproduct the customer is measuring. Here are some tips:

> If the size range is only a small portion of the total gate area, we cancalibrate the customer’s equipment using standards that are closer tothe actual product.

> As a rule of thumb, you cannot go below 25% of the gate area.

> For example, a customer using a 1” gauge must use two pins that are at least .25”.

Following these simple guidelines will deliver the added diametermeasurement performance your customer is looking for.

Did You Know? This Issue’s Tech Tips...

Beta LaserMike EuropeUnit 3, First AvenueGlobe Park, MarlowBuckinghamshire,SL7 1YA United KingdomPh: +44 1628 401510Fax: +44 1628 401511

Beta LaserMike AsiaUnit 401, Xinmao Plaza,Building 9,No. 99 TianZhou Rd.Shanghai 200233, ChinaPh: +86 21 6113 3688Fax: +86 21 6113 3616

Beta LaserMike USA8001 Technology Blvd.Dayton, OH 45424 USAPh: +1 937 233 9935Fax: +1 937 233 7284

From Our Office

Corporate news in brief...

> Beta LaserMike appoints Adam Mackal as Field Service Engineer forEastern Europe and the Middle East regions.

> Beta LaserMike traces its roots back to 46 years of innovation.The company’s history begins with two companies:Beta Instruments which was founded in 1965 andpioneered measurement & control technology for thewire and cable industry; and LaserMike which wasfounded in 1971 by Harry Petrohelios and Paul Diles —the inventors of the first laser-scanning micrometer tomeasure part dimensions with high accuracy.

> Beta LaserMike profiles people behind the scenes.Ever wonder who’s behind our worldwide salesorganization, keeping things organized and on-track?Meet Julie Johnson (Dayton office), Martina Marott-von Stetten (Germany office), and Vienna Deng (Chinaoffice). These multi-tasking collegues handle everythingfrom entering and managing sales orders, overseeingcontracts and invoices, quoting and dealing with spareparts, coordinating meetings, ordering supplies,answering the phone, and a long list of other functions.Milka Yuan recently joined the Beta LaserMike Chinaoffice and is responsible for service support includingspare parts order entry, service contracts, and customs,to name a few.

>> InLine Measurement Systems

Featured Partner

Partner ToolboxClick the links below to download thelatest product literature, applicationnotes, whitepapers, and technicalarticles to expand your knowledge ofour products and get the competitiveedge to win new business.

>> App Note: Metals Processor AchievesHigher Cutting Accuracy and ReducesScrap for Real Productivity Gains

>> App Note: Commercial and ResidentialRoofing Manufacturer AccuratelyControls Length and Speed

>> App Note: Carpet manufacturersachieve material savings with accuratecontinuous length measurement

>> Whitepaper: Not All Length and SpeedEncoders Are Created Equal: Tips forSelecting the Right System

>> Technical Paper: The Development ofa New Non-Contact Laser Gauge ThatCan Measure the Length and Speed ofMoving Product with High Accuracy

>> Technical Paper: High Speed LaserGages for Lay Length Measurementand FFT Analysis for Assessment ofProcess Stability

InLine Measurement Systems is along-standing and valued partnerof Beta LaserMike that serves theUnited Kingdom and Ireland. It providesBeta LaserMike’s in-process dimensionalmonitoring, control, and sample inspectionproducts to customers in the wire and cable,fiber optics, rubber and plastic, hose, tube,and pipe industries. The company’ssolutions portfolio includes a range ofBeta LaserMike’s products, such as AccuScan,UltraScan, LaserSpeed, Spark Testers, DataPro, and Z-Mike products, to name a few.InLine Measurement Systems also representsother world-class organizations includingAmerican Kuhne Extruders and Manifact.InLine Measurement Systems recentlypartnered with Ireland-based Padraic LunnEnterprises Ltd to form Precision ExtrusionTechnologies to provide leading-edgeextrusion equipment to the European PlasticIndustries. For more information, visit

www.inline-measure.com.

Julie

Vienna

Martina

Milka

Beta LaserMike GermanyFallgatter 344369 DortmundGermanyPh: +49(0)231 758 930Fax: +49 231 7589333