Derby, UK – Manufacturers are under constant pressure to increase inspection throughput without compromising measurement accuracy. Complex geometries, tight tolerances and growing production volumes require faster and more flexible CMM inspection strategies.
CAMIO 2026 R1 addresses these challenges with comprehensive support for the Renishaw REVO 5-axis scanning probe system, enabling users to take advantage of high-speed, multi-axis measurement while working within the familiar CAMIO environment.
Faster Inspection of Complex Parts
Traditional CMM measurement often relies on moving the machine structure between inspection points, which can increase cycle times when measuring complex components.
The REVO system uses synchronised 5-axis motion that allows the probe head to move rapidly while minimising machine movement. Combined with CAMIO 2026, this enables faster inspection routines for components with intricate features and demanding measurement requirements.
Benefits include:
- Reduced inspection cycle times
- Improved measurement efficiency
- Enhanced access to complex geometries
- Consistent measurement accuracy
- Increased CMM utilisation
Advanced 5-Axis Measurement Strategies
CAMIO 2026 allows users to program and execute REVO inspection routines directly within the software.
Supported measurement strategies include:
- Sweep scanning
- Head-touch measurements
- Multi-axis scanning paths
- Optimised probe motion
- Automated measurement path planning
These capabilities help manufacturers inspect complex components more efficiently while collecting high-density measurement data.
A Single Software Platform for Multi-Sensor Metrology
Many manufacturers operate multiple CMM types and sensor technologies across different facilities. Managing separate software platforms can create training, programming and maintenance challenges.
CAMIO provides a unified inspection environment for:
- Bridge CMMs
- Horizontal arm CMMs
- Gantry CMMs
- Touch-trigger probes
- Analogue scanning probes
- Laser scanners
- Renishaw REVO 5-axis systems
Using a single software platform across multiple machines simplifies programming, reduces training requirements and supports standardised inspection processes.
Offline Programming Reduces Machine Downtime
CAMIO’s offline programming capabilities allow inspection programs to be created, tested and optimised before deployment to the CMM.
This approach helps organisations:
- Reduce machine downtime
- Accelerate program development
- Verify inspection routines before production
- Improve workflow efficiency
- Increase overall productivity
Inspection programs can be prepared independently of machine availability, helping quality teams maximise the use of valuable metrology equipment.
Simplified Integration with REVO-Equipped CMMs
CAMIO communicates with REVO-enabled systems through the industry-standard I++/DME client/server architecture.
The software operates as an I++ client over standard TCP/IP networks and communicates directly with the I++ server running on the UCC controller.
This standards-based approach offers several advantages:
- Integration without proprietary modifications
- Preservation of existing metrology infrastructure
- Easier deployment across facilities
- Reduced software lock-in
- Greater flexibility when selecting CMM hardware
Manufacturers can deploy a common inspection software platform across mixed-brand CMM environments while maintaining a consistent programming and reporting workflow.
Greater Flexibility for Future Metrology Requirements
Metrology environments often evolve as production requirements change. The addition of REVO support expands the range of compatible measurement technologies available within CAMIO, helping manufacturers adopt new inspection capabilities without transitioning to a different software platform.
By combining offline programming, multi-sensor support and advanced 5-axis measurement strategies, CAMIO 2026 enables faster inspection, streamlined workflows and greater flexibility across modern manufacturing operations.
