| 1980 |
A new era in optical metrology opens with the introduction of the Vidicom Qualifier 863. This remarkable machine combines solid state electronics, gray scale image processing, and programmable magnification into an affordable, non-contact measuring system. |
| 1981 |
OGP develops the Vidiprobe Contour Projector. Vidiprobe effectively bridges Contour Projector and Video Inspection technologies. |
| 1982 |
OGP begins its global expansion through working arrangements with Yamamoto & Co. in Japan, and C.E. Johansson in Sweden. |
| 1984 |
OGP develops and implements advanced error mapping and electronic compensation algorithms, improving the accuracy and repeatability of all its equipment. |
| 1985 |
OGP leads the way again with the introduction of Q-See, the first video system designed specifically for ease of use and low cost.
OGP also introduces the Fresnel optical light sectioner. Using structured light, it allows measurement of non-projectable forms. |
| 1986 |
Taking advantage of the latest advances in optics, computers, and software, the Intelligent Qualifier 2000 is introduced as one of the world’s first multisensor coordinate measurement systems. The IQ-2000 can be equipped with vision, touch probe, and laser scanning sensors. |
| 1991 |
SmartScope® brings fully automatic 3-D measuring to the benchtop at half the price of previous systems. Its color camera, programmable zoom lens, and easy-to-use software quickly make it the world’s most popular non-contact measuring system. |
| 1994 |
OGP reinvents the optical comparator with Top Bench. For the first time, features normally found only on larger systems are available in one compact, benchtop system. It’s revolutionary AccuCentric™ optics are the first to display fully corrected images for both direct projection and surface illumination. |
| 1995 |
Combining the best technologies from OGP, the Avant Supra responds to the need for very high speed, high accuracy measurement. Inspection cycle times show a tenfold improvement over the original Vidicom Qualifier.
OGP introduces the HA-50, an ultra-accuracy, small travel system designed specifically to meet the needs of the growing micro-manufacturing industry. Volumetric accuracy is better than one micron (0.001 mm).
The openings of OGP Messtechnik GmbH (Germany) and Optical Gaging (S) Pte Ltd (Singapore) usher in a new era of direct OGP support for international markets. |
| 1996 |
OGP introduces SmartScope MVP, a benchtop video inspection system designed for smaller shops and first-time users. Available in manual and motorized configurations, SmartScope MVP combines precision staging, zoom optics, and Windows™ software in an affordable package.
SmartRing® is introduced. This patented, multiple ring LED illuminator offers unparalleled flexibility for video measuring systems. With it, lighting is controlled for brightness, angle of incidence, and direction.
Multisensor measurement is now available for benchtop video measurement systems. The touch probe attachment allows contact measurements to be made on SmartScope systems. |
| 1997 |
SmartFit™ software is introduced at Quality Expo 97. This revolutionary contour analysis software solves complex two dimensional composite profile tolerance applications.
OGP introduces Basic Bench, a new optical comparator where the only thing basic is the price. With Basic Bench, now known as Focus™, higher level features such as telecentric lenses and constant working clearance are standard. |
| 1998 |
SmartReport® software is available for custom report generation and exporting data to spreadsheets and databases. SmartReport works in conjunction with MeasureMind® software.
The suite of MeasureMind software applications is again increased with the introduction of SmartCAD 3D® translation software. SmartCAD 3D provides a graphical display and simple translation of CAD files into automated measuring routines. |
