FARO's New Precision Rail Extends Working Volume of FaroArm(R)

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LAKE MARY, Fla., Jan. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- FARO Technologies (Nasdaq: FARO) recently added its Precision Rail to its CAM2(TM) (Computer-Aided Manufacturing Measurement) product line. The new Rail provides a solution for extended measurement of up to 20 feet in length without sacrificing the accuracy of the FaroArm attached to it. According to Shaun Mymudes, FARO's Product Manager, "The ability to measure larger parts and fixtures in one setup expands FARO's measurement possibilities. Larger aircraft parts, assembly jigs, large-scale heavy industrial parts and even entire automotive chassis are now able to be quickly and easily measured."

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"It is also possible to integrate FARO's new Rail into fixture setup for a multi-station checking cell," Mymudes said. By positioning the Rail adjacent to multiple holding fixtures, one FaroArm can measure a number of parts in one setup. This provides greater consistency of measurement, eliminates assembly time, and reduces costs by replacing the need for a separate measurement tool or a large-volume measurement device.

Available in a variety of lengths, the FARO Precision Rail can be used with Gold or Silver FaroArms and FARO's new Control Station(TM). The Rail's integrated air-ride system allows it to move and adjust with ease. Once in place, external fasteners or hold-downs are unnecessary.

FARO Technologies and its international subsidiaries design, develop and market CAM2 systems and services for manufacturers of automotive, aerospace, industrial and consumer products worldwide. Principle products include the FaroArm, a six-degree-of-freedom articulating arm, the Control Station and a CAM2 family of advanced CAD-based measurement and reporting software. FARO products provide manufacturers the freedom to measure production parts or complex assemblies on the shop floor. FARO's customers benefit through improved productivity and enhanced product quality because of reduced rework and scrap within the manufacturing process. A recognized leader of dimensional quality control products worldwide, FARO Technologies is ISO 9001 certified and Guide 25 approved. See FARO online at www.faro.com.
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