Learn more about Profile Tolerancing and other key Precision Manufacturing issues.
As a leader in the precision manufacturing industry, Lowell, Inc. would like to share important information and resources with you. This Resource & Links library is where you can find the latest information from Lowell on key precision manufacturing issues, such as profile tolerancing. You can also access case studies and white papers from Lowell that contain other useful tips and advice — so check back often — we are continuously updating our site.
Automation and Robotics — Motoman Robot Tends PMM & CMM
View a video clip of Lowell's Motoman HP20 robot at it tends our Leitz PMM and Brown & Sharpe CMM. The robot's 24/7 capability removes an important testing bottleneck. The Motoman HP20 runs virtually unattended. The robot was acquired, programmed, installed and tested by Lowell personnel.
Medical Manufacturing 2011 — Manufacturing Engineering Magazine
Lowell's custom tooling process was featured in the March issue of Manufacturing Engineering Magazine published by the Society of Manufacturing Engineering (SME). The article entitled "Improving Medical Devices at Lowell" outlined our process from tool design and fabrication to production.
Medical Product Manufacturing News November/December 2010 — by Jim Stertz
This article was featured in the November/December issue of Medical Product Manufacturing News. (MPMN) Lowell led the discussion on the subject of Full Contract Manufacturing. Jim Stertz, the Quality Assurance Manager at Lowell describes what it means to be a full contract manufacturer in precision machining.
Medical Design Article December 2010 — by Dr. Greg Hetland
This article was featured in the December issue of Medical Design Magazine in December 2010. The article on the subject of GD&T software used in Profile Tolerancing for orthopaedic implants was entitled "Making Sense of Analytical Software." It was written in collaboration with Dr. Hetland, Medtronic and Lowell, Inc.
OrthoTec Article Spring 2010 — by Dr. Greg Hetland
This cover story was featured in the premier issue of OrthoTec magazine in Spring 2010. The article on the subject of Profile Tolerancing for orthopaedic implants entitled "Speaking a Precise Language" was written in collaboration with Dr. Hetland, Lowell, Inc. and Pioneer Surgical Technologies.
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MD&DI Article — By Jim Stertz, Quality Manager at Lowell, Inc.
This article was featured on the cover of the August, 2009 issue of Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry (MD&DI) magazine. Entitled “From 2-D to 3-D: Precision Design for Complex Parts,” author Jim Stertz provides an introduction to profile tolerancing.
BONEZONE Article Fall 2009 — by Dr. Greg Hetland
This article, entitled “Mechanical Precision of Medical Components Achieved with Profile Tolerancing,” appeared in the Fall 2009 issue of BONEZONE magazine. Dr. Hetland addresses profile tolerancing using spinal implant components, solid models and test data provided by Lowell.
BONEZONE Article Winter 2010 — by Dr. Greg Hetland
This article, entitled “Software Validation Considerations within Medical Companies per ‘FDA 21 CFR PART 11’ ” appeared in the Winter 2010 issue of BONEZONE magazine. Dr. Hetland addresses the issue of software validation and the use of SmartProfile software in meeting FDA and ASME standards.
SmartProfile 3D Result Viewer 1.0.7.0 — Kotem Technologies
SmartProfile™ profile analysis software from Kotem Technologies makes complex profile analysis exceptionally easy. It is the first automatic software package for profile tolerancing that is compliant with ASME Y14.5/1994 and ISO 1101 standards. To download the new SmartProfile viewer click on the link below.
Profile Sample File
Use this file with the SmartProfile Viewer to see the benefits of profile first hand. Just download this file to your hard drive and then open after installation of the SmartProfile Viewer.
Precision GD&T Training — International Institute of GD&T
IIGDT, led by Dr. Greg Hetland, is the internationally recognized developer and provider of Precision GD&T solutions. The Institute offers courses, training materials, consulting, and technical expertise for all disciplines.