Hexagon Metrology rolls out PC-DMIS 2014.1

Hexagon Metrology launched PC-DMIS 2014.1, a significant update of the world''s most popular measurement software for the collection, evaluation, management and presentation of manufacturing data. The new mid-term software release introduces tools and technologies to help laser and optical measurement devices perform better than ever. PC-DMIS 2014.1 delivers overall performance improvements and major enhancements for point cloud inspection and reverse engineering tasks. PC-DMIS is the flagship software for Hexagon Metrology measurement devices and a range of other measurement equipment in the marketplace.

Laser scanning and optical measurement systems benefit most from this release with new functionality to manipulate and manage point cloud data. Laser scanner users will find a new Mesh Command, allowing them to create a single mesh from any number of point clouds. Alignment and Filtering tools enhance the usability of laser scanning systems. A Blade toolkit module for point clouds also improves blade inspection efficiency.

“PC-DMIS 2014.1 is an ideal balance of usability advancements and innovative features to improve the user experience and the overall operational efficiency of the software,” said Ken Woodbine, president of Hexagon Metrology Software Division. “Our software development team implemented user requests, honed our existing tools, and put fresh new ideas into practice.”