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AMB 2026: HOMMEL ETAMIC presents efficient solutions for measurement and testing technology

AMB 2026, the world's leading trade fair for metalworking, will open its doors in Stuttgart from 15 to 19 September. HOMMEL ETAMIC is back with measuring and inspection solutions after a break of a few years. The company, which looks back on 150 years of metrology history, will be showcasing, among other things, new approaches to the simple combination of different metrology solutions as well as intelligent surface inspection systems and their innovative possibilities for integrating AI technologies.

Visionline: Intelligent surface inspection for a wide range of inspection tasks

The powerful Visionline series specializes in reliable visual detection of surface defects such as pores, cavities and scratches. The focus is on the Visionline V100 and the Visionline V200. The optional "Shape from Shading" technology of the Visionline V100 enables the precise analysis of surface structures and leads to highly accurate detection and classification of defects, including subtle impact marks. For the optical inspection of bores, the Visionline V200 series offers a robust and space-saving solution for the production floor. Equipped with high-resolution sensors, the V200 detects bore diameters from 5 mm and generates undistorted images that reliably identify even the smallest surface defects.

The proven "Evovis Vision" software forms the heart of quality control and evaluates images using a wide range of algorithms as well as through the optional integration of AI technologies. A special focus is on a new AI tool from HOMMEL ETAMIC: It enables the synthetic generation of training data so that high-precision AI-supported defect detection can be ensured even in the case of missing or few real defective parts.

The Visionline solutions enable contactless and high-resolution detection of surface defects in real time both in the measuring room and seamlessly integrated into the manufacturing process, thus ensuring precise and robust automated quality control.

Opticline: Optical shaft measurement systems with tactile extension

The Opticline technology combines high-speed optical metrology with tactile measuring methods within a single machine to record various measuring characteristics of shaft-type components of different sizes in a single measurement run. The Opticline C series, which HOMMEL ETAMIC will be presenting at AMB, measures rotationally symmetrical workpieces with a length of up to 1,200 millimeters with a diameter of up to 230 millimeters and a weight of up to 60 kilograms. The enhanced T3D multi-sensor technology measures characteristics that cannot be detected visually, using tactile sensing to measure areas that are located within a workpiece – such as bores, cavities or grooves. The range of automation options ranges from manual spot checking to fully automated, 100-percent inline inspection.

Waveline: Precise surface measurement for a wide range of requirements

With the Waveline product series, HOMMEL ETAMIC offers a comprehensive portfolio for the precise measurement of roughness, waviness, contour, topography and twist. The spectrum ranges from mobile, battery-powered roughness measuring devices for flexible use in production and measuring rooms to modular stationary measuring systems and automated solutions. The systems can be individually adapted to different measuring tasks and production environments and deliver reliable, standards-compliant measurement results. Intuitive operating concepts, flexible probe systems and the powerful Evovis measuring and evaluation software ensure efficient measurement runs and a high level of process reliability. At AMB, HOMMEL ETAMIC will be presenting both the mobile Waveline devices and the Waveline W800 for high-precision and automated measurement of roughness and contour.  

Gageline GD200: Digital display for dimensional metrology 

With the Gageline GD200, HOMMEL ETAMIC offers a display for dimensional measurement technology solutions. The GD200 provides multidimensional control and thus enables the display of measurements of different technologies and inspection methods. By means of linearization, the measured values are checked throughout the entire measurement process. A significant advantage of the display is its insensitivity to pressure fluctuations, even during the measurement process. For maximum flexibility, the Gageline evaluation unit offers ten pre-installed subprograms that can be loaded via QR code. The user interface is available in twenty languages. On the hardware side, the device impresses with its versatile connectivity: In addition to ports for electronic sensors, lasers, and temperature sensors, it features various input and output modules as well as RS232 and USB interfaces.

The GD200’s new software interface for data processing is particularly versatile. This allows the device to be connected to the Opticline C series, for example. This enables the measurement results of both systems to be combined and documented in a common test protocol. In addition, the GD200 expands the range of applications of the Opticline series: For example, inner diameters can be measures with the GD200 and combined with the optical measurement capabilities of the Opticline. In this way, several characteristics can be recorded and comprehensively documented with a single measurement – for efficient and holistic measuring processes.

Formline F900: Fully automated measurement of form & position as well as roughness & twist

The Formline F900 form measurement system offers highly efficient, fully automatic measurements of form and position tolerances. It is equipped with a high-precision, air-bearing rotary table, is extremely robust, and is available in three standardized versions, with Z-axes in heights of 350, 550 and 900 millimeters. It thus measures rotationally symmetric workpieces with a length of up to 900 mm and a weight of up to 100 kilograms in a fully automated manner. The system is suitable for both measurement tasks in series production and for use in the measuring room. Equipped with an optional two-sided probing system, the Formline F900 also performs roughness, waviness and twist measurements – all in a single setup.

About HOMMEL ETAMIC

The product portfolio of HOMMEL ETAMIC, a member of the Jenoptik Group, includes solutions for kay tasks of industrial quality assurance: optical surface inspection, optical shaft measurement technology, high-precision roughness and contour measurements, form and position tolerances, and dimensional metrology. The product portfolio is supplemented by a comprehensive range of services and the DKD calibration laboratory, which is accredited by the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS). Worldwide, more than 440 employees are dedicated to developing and implementing solutions for various industries, such as automotive, aerospace and medical technology sectors.

The company celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2026. The company's roots go back to the founding of the "Technisches Werkzeuggeschäft H. Hommel" by Hermann Hommel in Mainz in 1876. As early as 1893, the company's own production began in Idar-Oberstein, and in 1975 the company moved to Villingen-Schwenningen. In 1980, Hommelwerke established one of the first DKD calibration laboratories for surface roughness parameters. International expansion began in 1989 with the opening of sales offices in China and the USA. The company has been part of Jenoptik since 2000. With the acquisition of the French-Swiss Etamic-Movomatic Group, HOMMEL ETAMIC was created – today an international specialist for high-precision measurement and testing technology with a complete measurement portfolio.


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Sarah Kromer
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sarah.kromer@jenoptik.com

DAkkS-DKD-certified: HOMMEL ETAMIC calibrates with improved measuring accuracy according to the new series of roughness metrology standards

HOMMEL ETAMIC is the first calibration laboratory to be DAkkS-certified for the new series of roughness measurement standards ISO 21920. At the same time, it has revised the measurement algorithms of its software "Evovis" and thus significantly increased its calibration accuracy: the roughness technology standards calibrated by HOMMEL ETAMIC are now up to four times more accurate than before. HOMMEL ETAMIC thus has the highest measurement accuracy worldwide for surface quality parameters within the German Calibration Service (DKD).

The ISO 21920 series of standards has been in force since 2022. It defines the parameters of roughness measurement technology more clearly and reduces measurement uncertainties. ISO 21920 will replace the previous roughness measurement technology standards after a smooth transition period. By applying for certification at an early stage, the HOMMEL ETAMIC calibration laboratory is responding to the explicit demand on the market to calibrate standards for measuring surface quality in accordance with the new series of standards in line with proven quality standards.

"With our latest DAkkS accreditation, we are future-proofing our customers" says Dr. Raimund Volk, Head of the HOMMEL ETAMIC calibration laboratory. "With our new devices, software updates and the standards calibrated by us, our customers measure according to the highest possible current standards and meet the quality requirements of the future." The DAkkS-DKD calibration certificates issued by the HOMMEL ETAMIC calibration laboratory for the roughness measurement technology standards are internationally recognized and audit-proof.

Certified quality: calibration certificates in accordance with ISO 21920

The employees of the calibration laboratory act independently when preparing the calibration certificates. They are solely committed to the highest possible quality standard of traceability to internationally recognized reference measurements. In an elaborate approval process lasting almost three years, the employees were trained and tested by auditors from the National Metrology Institute Germany (PTB) on behalf of the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS). The calibration laboratories are also subject to ongoing inspections. The DAkkS-DKD calibration laboratory of JENOPTIK Industrial Metrology Germany GmbH with the number D-K-15030-01-00 operates under the HOMMEL ETAMIC brand following the new strategic alignment of the Jenoptik Group. It was founded in 1980. The calibration laboratory is a member of the German Calibration Service (DKD) and is authorized to display the DKD logo on its calibration certificate. It covers the measured variables of roughness, stylus instruments, form, contour, and shaft measuring instruments.

About HOMMEL ETAMIC

HOMMEL ETAMIC is an independent brand within the Jenoptik Group, combining more than 140 years of experience in production metrology. As a leading manufacturer and system supplier, HOMMEL ETAMIC offers a broad portfolio of measurement technology, including high-precision contact and non-contact production measurement and testing technology. Comprehensive services such as consulting, training, DAkkS-DKD calibration and service round off the range of products for partially or fully automated quality assurance in industrial production. HOMMEL ETAMIC has more than 400 employees worldwide and, in addition to its headquarter in Villingen-Schwenningen (Germany), is represented in Bayeux (France), Rochester Hills (USA), Shanghai (China) and Bangalore (India) as well as with trading companies in all important industrial regions.

Jena/Villingen-Schwenningen, December 12, 2023

HOMMEL ETAMIC audits diameter and length dimensions on the optical shaft measurement systems of Opticline

HOMMEL ETAMIC has been DAkkS-certified as the world's first DKD calibration laboratory for optical shaft measuring systems. The accreditation certificate confirms the highest quality level of metrological traceability to national reference standards of the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB) for diameter and length measurements on the Opticline- shaft measuring systems. The calibration certificates issued by HOMMEL ETAMIC's calibration laboratory for optical metrology are internationally recognized and audit-proof.

With the service certified by the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS), HOMMEL ETAMIC is responding to the strong demand in the market. "Calibration is the basic prerequisite for international trade," says Dr. Raimund Volk, head of the calibration laboratory. "Many users of our measuring systems for optical inspection have reported high demand, so we have already allocated the first appointments." Automotive suppliers in particular have a duty to demonstrate optimum measurement results: With the "IATF 16949" guideline, the international automotive association requires DAkkS calibration of the measuring devices used. Across industries, internal company quality guidelines also stipulate audit-proof calibration certificates.

After-sales service: independent documentation of measurement results

HOMMEL ETAMIC will integrate the calibration of Opticline equipment into its after-sales service. "It always makes sense to calibrate the equipment directly after maintenance," says Dr. Raimund Volk. "The service employee is already on site for the maintenance. And he can rule out some of the possible causes of measurement deviations even before the traceability."

The calibration laboratory staff act independently when issuing official calibration certificates. They are solely committed to the highest possible quality standard of traceability to internationally recognized reference measurements. In an elaborate approval procedure lasting almost two years, all employees were trained and checked by PTB auditors on behalf of the DAkkS. In addition, the calibration laboratories are subject to continuous controls.

The DAkkS-DKD calibration laboratory of JENOPTIK Industrial Metrology Germany GmbH operates under the HOMMEL ETAMIC brand following the new strategic orientation of the JENOPTIK Group. The calibration laboratory, which was founded in 1980, is a member of the German Calibration Service

(DKD) and is allowed to display the DKD logo on the calibration certificate. It covers the measurands roughness, stylus instruments, form, contour and now also shaft measuring instruments.

About HOMMEL ETAMIC

As a leading manufacturer and system supplier, HOMMEL ETAMIC offers a broad portfolio of measurement technology for manufacturing processes. These include high-precision contact and non-contact manufacturing metrology for pneumatic, tactile or optical inspection of roughness, contours, shape and the determination of dimensions in every phase of the manufacturing process as well as in the measuring room. They analyze the surface, shape and dimensions of your workpieces - in every phase of the manufacturing process, during final inspection or in the measuring room. In the process, the systems provide you with precise measurement data within the shortest possible time. Comprehensive services such as consulting, training, and service, including long-term maintenance contracts, round off the Metrology offering.

Jena/Villingen-Schwenningen, July 8, 2022