Portable Laser Measurement Arms facilitate 3D inspection.

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Designed to collect 3D data positions and 3D point clouds with simple manual movements, Axxis Arms and Arm/Scanner systems provide solution for detailed measurements, reverse engineering, prototyping, and quality control. Arms come in 6 and 7 axis models with reaches of 2.6 or 3.2 m, and feature USB interface, and lightweight construction using aeronautical aluminum and carbon fiber tubes. Measurements are taken with laser line scanner or optional ruby tipped touch probe.



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API Announces 'Axxis' Line of Portable Laser Scanning Measurement Arms Rockville, MD



January 8, 2009 - Automated Precision Inc., a leading global metrology company and inventor of the modern Laser Tracker, is pleased to announce the availability of a new line of portable measurement arms and scanners.

Designed to collect 3D data positions and 3D point clouds with simple manual movements, the Axxis Arms and Arm/Scanner systems are the solution of choice for detailed measurements, reverse engineering, prototyping, quality control, and 3-Dimensional inspection. Product packages include options for laser scanning (non-contact) and probing (contact) and are available for order immediately.

"The Axxis portable measurement arms are a great addition to API's portfolio of innovative metrology products," said API Vice President, Business Development, Dr. Jeffrey Okamitsu. "Customers who love the small size and ease of use of our T3 Laser Tracker have been asking us for a portable laser scanning arm, and we are very excited about making this great product available."

API's Axxis arms will be available in both 6 and 7 axis models with reaches of 2.6 meters or 3.2 meters. Each arm features lightweight construction using aeronautical aluminum and carbon fiber tubes and a USB interface for streamlined connection to a computer. Measurements are taken with a laser line scanner or an optional ruby tipped touch probe.

More details can be found at API's website (www.apisensor.com) or by contacting Dr. Okamitsu at (240) 268-0400.

About Automated Precision Inc.

Automated Precision is a world leader of advanced metrology solutions for industry. Founded by Dr. Kam Lau in 1987, API has pioneered progressively higher standards of accuracy for coordinate measuring and machine tool operation. API products are installed and used by all of the world's leading automotive, aerospace, machine tool, and CMM manufacturers. API's experienced engineering team is unmatched in its ability to create advanced innovative products, which meet the needs of rapid evolving industrial technologies.

For more information contact:

API World Headquarters
Dr. Jeffrey Okamitsu
Vice President, Business Development
15000 Johns Hopkins Dr.
Rockville, MD 20850
info@apisensor.com
(240) 268-0400

API Beijing
Automated Precision, Inc.
Rm.1802, 18 Floor Zhong An Sheng Ye Building 168,
Beiyuan Rd,
Chaoyang District, Beijing China 100101
Phone: 86-10-5824-6316
Fax: 86-10-5824-6348

API Shanghai
Automated Precision. INC.
Room 701, Bldg 4,
258, Jinzhang Rd,
Pudong New district, Shanghai 201206
Phone: 86-21-6164-5601, 86-21-5896-7392
Fax: 86-21-5896-7391

API Europe
Mr. Marc Kienert
Sales Manager API Europe
Automated Precision Deutschland GmbH
Im Breitspiel 17
69126 Heidelberg, Germany
Tel: +49 (0) 6221 729 805 0
Fax: +49 (0) 6221 729 805 23

API India
Automated Precision India Pvt. Ltd.
G-19, Sector - 63, Noida 201 301
Phone: +91-120 - 4290 022, 4290 506/07
Fax: +91-120 - 4290 508

Aaron Sabino
Automated Precision, Inc.
North American Marketing Manager
15000 Johns Hopkins Dr.
Rockville, MD 20850
www.apisensor.com
(240) 268-0400 Office
(240) 418-8866 Cell

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