Hi-res electronics inspection

The enhanced resolution of the Quins LC20HR and LC20HR/UV units ensures that even the smallest components can be accurately inspected. The higher computing power also supports the enhanced processing required to maintain efficient production operations. Additionally, the modular software employed in all Quins variants makes inspection easy for new product introduction (NPI) and small-scale production runs.

Anthony Oh, Operations Manager- Inspection Products at Altus Group, said: "What is ideal about Quins is that a single unit can be used for so many inspection processes to generate returns. This latest variant catering for 01005 components will only ensure that the offering of Quins remains complete and future-proofed for many sites."

The new Quins LC20HR and LC20HR/UV inspection solution offers a significant improvement in resolution compared to previous units, with a maximum of 4,800 dpi and 2,400 dpi for an image size of approximately A4. reaching 4,800 dpi for images of A5. The HR system's computer features 32GB RAM and a 1TB SSD drive, along with an external 2TB USB SSD backup drive. 8 altusgroup.co.uk

Industrial thermoforming company, Donite Plastics is making lightweight panels and components for the aircraft interiors sector.

While aircraft interiors have traditionally been composed of metals and metal composite materials, there is a growing demand in the market for lighter weight aircraft interiors, which Donite Plastics is happy to accommodate.

Donite Plastics manufactures an array of thermoformed parts for the aircraft interiors industry, with the company’s latest development producing lightweight panels and components with up to 39% weight reduction and 89% part reduction per panel.

With the average aircraft burning 0.03 kg of fuel per hour for each kilogram carried on board, the significant weight and parts reduction offered by Donite Plastics will have a positive impact on the environment, leading to greater fuel savings and reduced CO2 emissions, helping the aviation industry achieve its set climate target of halving CO2 emissions by 2050 compared with those in 2005.

The Saintfield-based company is also developing a robotic application for its complex assembly, with their products being displayed at the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg. At the event, which is the world’s leading marketplace for airlines and the aerospace supply chain, Donite Plastics demonstrated why thermoforming and plastic is