Developed at Kreon headquarters in Limoges, France, the new Aquilon scanner delivers unprecedented speed and accuracy : up to 1 million points per second captured at 5 µm accuracy.  These unrivalled technical specifications make it the most performing laser scanner of its generation, a powerful inspection and reverse engineering tool that integrates seamlessly into all hardware and software environments.

 

According to Thierry REBILLARD, General Manager of KEON TECHNOLOGIES, “the development of Aquilon is a thrilling experience and an exciting innovation : it is the direct  result of input from customers who wanted a solution that could enable handling of their offline and online inspection tasks, providing at the same time accuracy and total control of data capture without compromising on measuring field and speed.  The Aquilon delivers all this and much more in the palm of your hand”.

Aquilon offers the highest speed and accuracy ever-achieved by a 3D non-contact laser scanner : this offers a distinct advantage over competing scanners. Scanning speed is totally controlled by the user who can adjust the parameters according to the data density required by his application. Test shows that with inspection tasks carried out in just hours or even minutes, productivity increases in all stages of the manufacturing process : from product design and prototyping to series production.

Kreon engineers developed state-of the art technology that spectacularly increases system performance, accuracy and data output. The Auto Quality Check (AQC), a new functionality available with the Aquilon, makes it possible to control automatically scan data quality during the digitising process : tangency, resolution, noise and blooming analysis is performed during scanning to guarantee superior data quality. This gives the operator maximum surface flexibility to capture shiny parts in their natural state without prior surface preparation. Using dual cameras and laser triangulation, the Aquilon digitises the most complex surfaces by sweeping over the object like a paintbrush. Functions to evaluate optimal scanning distance and display of real-time preview of scanned data are also available. Like the Kreon Zephyr series, the Aquilon scanner further increases accuracy with its integrated contact probe, a perfect combination of traditional metrology and non-contact measurement technology that brings Aquilon as close to customer needs as possible : no hardware has to be exchanged to switch from one mode to the other.

High-tech and user-friendly, Aquilon is dedicated to applications requiring high accuracy and point density for complex shapes in the most demanding industries.

Kreon will be present at the professional manufacturing technologies exhibition, Industrie paris 2008 from March 31 ^st to April 4, 2008.
Location: Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center
Stand : Boreal  5J079
In the space devoted to measurement, control and quality assurance, the 3D experts of the Kreon team will be happy to answer your questions and to help you in the achievement of your projects by offering the solutions that suit your 3D measuring needs.

Visit our distributor Boreal’s stand and learn about the latest developments in Kreon’s technology: 

-- Integration of the Zephyr 3D laser scanner with the RevExperts innovative 3D Measurement and Tracking Systems . 
-- Presentation of the Aquilon, the latest generation 3D scanner, which benefits from the latest technological developments in the market. Dedicated to applications on 3D measuring machine and machine tools with numerical control, the Aquilon can achieve an accuracy of up to 5 μ m
- The latest developments inside Kreon Polygonia software, the key to the powerful features of all Kreon scanners: integration of new options for the Faro and Fusion arms.
Kreon 3D measurement solutions make your product development, measurement and inspection tasks easier and faster.

More information on the website of Industry Paris 2008: http://www.industrie-expo.com
Contact details of the Kreon distributor in France :
Boreal
3 allées des Reines Claudes
F-78630 Morainvilliers
Phone : +33(0)1 39 75 86 78

  www.boreal3d.com

KREON TECHNOLOGIES presents the Aquilon the next-generation 3D laser scanner on November 7 and 8, 2007. The technical presentation seminar will take place in SARTROUVILLE, where visitors will benefit from the expertise of Kreon distributors EUROTEK and BOREAL.

Find out how the unique features of the Aquilon 3D laser scanner will revolutionize the non-contact scanning on three-dimensional measurement machines (CMMs) and portable measurement arm.

Latest developments in the integration of Kreon Zephyr 3d laser scanners with Metrolog XG 8 software for 3D quality control have turned this efficient, universal and coherent solution into a market reference
Regardless of the mechanical environment, this fully integrated solution gives the operator total control of both manual measuring machines (such as portable articulated arms) and automatic coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) 
The Zephyr –Metrolog XG 8 combination can now be used on manual measuring machines like portable articulated arms and on CNC 3D coordinate measuring equipment.
The power of this solution lies in the data acquiring speed and well known accuracy of the 3 different models of the Kreon Zephyr range : the Zephyr KZ 25, the zephyr KZ 50 and the Zephyr KZ 10 scanners and in the point processing capabilities of the measuring software. Scanning speed (30 000 points per second) is further enriched by accuracy brought by  a Renishaw TP 20 tactile measurement probe that is directly interfaced on the laser scanner in a unique and patented combination that allies traditional metrology to the most recent measuring technology. This patented and innovative combination is unique to Kreon 3D laser scanners.



This universal measuring solution is already in use at PSA Peugeot Citroen, General Electric, Pratt & Whitney production sites, having gone through the most demanding validation processes. In addition to improving the quality of the parts they produce, these leading manufacturers save on training costs with the easy setup and single training of this powerful solution.
This new development is an illustration of Kreon Technologies’ commitment to offering ugradable and universal solutions to the most demanding industries. This mission is also  exemplified with the official launch of the Aquilon, the next generation 3D laser scanner by Kreon. Aquilon can achieve 5 µm accuracy while capturing up to 1 million points per second.

KREON TECHNOLGIES is pleased to announce that it has formed a strategic partnership with MEASUREMENT SOLUTIONS, a specialist in sales, installation, training and support of a range of products dedicated to quality, inspection, design and production engineers throughout the UK manufacturing industry. Measurement Solutions provides the UK’s leading manufacturing and design companies with a range of market leading 3-dimensional measurement and quality control products, specifically designed to help them be more efficient and productive.
"For some time we have recognized the need for a complementary product to our existing range" remarks Iain Caville, Managing Director of Measurement Solutions. "Kreon Technologies offer innovative 3D scanning solutions for CMM and portable arm applications that do not conflict with our existing activities. We now have the UK's most complete range of solutions for rapid, portable scanning technologies".
Kreon scanners are also fully integrated within the latest Metrolog XG CMM software, removing the need for additional software and time consuming post-processing of data. For the first time ever, it is possible to use a combined touch trigger probe and laser scanner within a single measuring and analysis software package that has been specifically designed for 3D inspection purposes.
Kreon laser scanners can be supplied with a range of measuring arms or new CMM's. However, unlike other laser scanners which demand the purchase of a new piece of measuring equipment, Kreon laser scanners can be easily retrofitted to any make or model of CMM or portable measuring arm, removing the need for unnecessary additional investment. This capability means laser scanning technology is within reach of anyone that already has a CMM or portable arm.
"The inclusion of Kreon laser scanners within our product portfolio offers us an exciting opportunity within the market" concludes Iain Caville. "3D digitizing and point cloud analysis is, without doubt, the way forward for 3D inspection. The possibility to retrofit Kreon scanners on to existing CMM systems offers users the first opportunity to use this new technology without the need to invest in completely new measuring equipment. The prospect of being able to offer Kreon scanners for CMM and portable arm inspection applications plus its vast experience of 3D inspection applications, firmly establishes Measurement Solutions as the UK's leading supplier of 3D measurement equipment.

The new www.kreon3d.com website is one of the visible examples of the process of the Kreon team striving for best practice and excellence. “Clear, bold and memorable were the aims we set for the new website” explained Thierry Rebillard, Kreon Technologies’ General Manager. It allows us to clarify communication of our company and products to customers, partners, prospects and other key audiences” .

The new corporate website is more reflective of the company’s vision and ambition.
This marketing move  is not merely aesthetic, it also gives a truer picture of Kreon’s cultural and business identity, that customers are already able to identify in their contacts with the company through its various channels. The combination of warm colors reflect an atmosphere of  innovation and flexibility, friendliness  and professionalism, quality service and experience. The visitor can easily use the website as an efficient tool to learn about Kreon’s product range, laser triangulation technology and application fields. The architecture allows the visitor to find the information required in a minimum number of mouse clicks.

New features include : 

Kreon’s website image revision is timed to accompany the development and launch of the new Kreon Aquilon scanner in the first half of 2007. This new product features new technology that enables unrivalled output and data quality.
In addition to the new website and graphic style, the company has adopted a new product tagline for the Aquilon scanner :   “taking 3D laser scanning to new heights” . Added to the company’s slogan, “the complete 3D scanning solutions”, this clearly positions the company as the specialist manufacturer in 3D non-contact measurement solutions, offering the best technology available. 
Kreon announces its corporate image redesign as part of its global strategy to strengthen its market presence. The new corporate image includes a new website, new products and other marketing materials.  “This is part of our strategy to create  a distinct market position for Kreon Technologies. This new website will act as the main point of interface for Kreon customers, partners and distributors  to keep track of all the latest developments ”.

For more information about Kreon, its positioning, services and product offerings and corporate materials, please navigate through the newly launched website www.kreon3d.com