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Inspection of Safety Critical Plastic Mouldings

Helping fire safety manufacturer KAC Alarm Co save time with in-house testing

Manufacturer of fire safety products The KAC Alarm Company creates over 1.5 million manual call points a year, as well as evacuation devices used in commercial fire and security systems. While PCBs and some components for assembly were purchased outside the company, KAC had its own moulding shop operating around the clock supplying 90% of the plastic components required. KAC had outsourced measurement, inspection and environmental testing of finished products but this was impacting speed, with parts delivery and testing leading to significant delays.

Helping fire safety manufacturer KAC Alarm Co save time with in-house testing
 A multiple contact solution customised for long-term gains

A multiple contact solution customised for long-term gains

The customer were aware of the many options available but wanted to focus on longevity and quality. We recommended the Starrett AV300 which would allow both an optical and a cintact probe with a 300mm measuring range in the X-axis, along with the ability to accommodate both mould tool inserts and components up to 18kg.

As they told us: “It was not just about the functionality and capability of the equipment – we particularly liked the service offered by Optimax. The support and post-sales care, as well as the training, was one of the key factors. There was a willingness to manipulate the system software in a way that suited us, with additional modules that Optimax coded and added on to the base software. We knew a vision only system would not cover everything we do. The Starrett AV300 covers 99% of what we have to measure, which is why we wanted the combination of both contact and non-contact sensors. The time savings for the checking and validation of established and new components has been significant, and, working with Optimax has provided us with a feeling of security. We know we will not be left struggling to find answers to any measurement issues.”

The Optimax team with their extensive knowledge and expertise, have proven themselves to be the ideal partner for independent, candid advice. They are a company we can trust to support our metrology and visual inspection needs whether we are purchasing equipment or developing specific metrology instruments for our applications. Their experience and methodical attention to detail mean the outcomes we achieve support our testing requirements.

Dr Andrew Johnson, Assistant Director, RandA

Optimax are a trusted partner! We have been working in partnership with Optimax for several years, to supply us with inspection solutions, service, and onsite calibration to UKAS standards. Their knowledge and expertise is exceptional, they provide honest, independent advice. Optimax are quick to provide options and solutions for our inspection requirements. They work hard to deliver a solution that 100% fits the application rather than just supplying a product. Optimax work with us to ensure we achieve our inspection objectives – they are one of the first companies I turn to.

Bruce Daggett, Senior Aerospace Weston, Inspection Team Leader

For over 14 years Optimax has been providing us with inspection equipment, service and most importantly expertise. We need suppliers that can go the extra mile in looking specifically at our application and then providing a suitable and sometimes bespoke solution, and this is where Optimax have really made a difference

John Harris, Director, Nevo Developments

Optimax have an extensive product range that was very attractive to us. They took the time to understand my requirements and align a solution that fitted into my manufacturing processes. They were very knowledgeable and friendly, I found the virtual demonstration extremely helpful. The outcome of the project has been very successful and performs above expectations. I would definitely recommend Optimax.

Adam Kowalcyck, Quality Engineer, Federal Mogul Coventry

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