On 4/6/01 7:27:53 AM, Noel Shields wrote:
>On 10/9/00 11:12:37 AM, Brad Foster
>wrote:
>>Hello,
>>
>>I would like some feedback on
>>the Calypso Software.
>>Specifically from people who
>>use it day to day not a Zeiss
>>sales rep. Two fellow Layout
>>Inspectors were given a
>>demonstration of the software
>>via a laptop connected to a
>>overhead projector. We have
>>heard reports going back a
>>couple years that Calypso
>>software had numerous bugs.
>>The presentation won't help us
>>in the real world so I would
>>appreciate any feedback from
>>people who have to use it.
>>
>>
>>Info:
>>They are offering the Calypso
>>software on Prismo Vasts.
>>Currently, we are not using
>>solid model CAD files for
>>programming. We do "learn"
>>programming from real parts
>>and part prints. We inspect
>>engine parts ranging from the
>>blocks down to the oil pumps.
>>
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>Brad,
>
>I've got just completed a project
>installing 8 Eclipse CMM's running
>Calypso into our manufacturing site. I'm
>just looking at converting our Prismo
>Super Acc with Vast from UMESS to
>Calypso. However, I'm going to use a
>dual boot to ensure I can use all my
>legacy programs. I've also got a couple
>of contacts who are using Prismo Vasts
>with Calypso.
>
>If there is anything I can help you with
>feel free to email.
>
>Regards, Noel
>
>Noel

I am in the process of buying the Prismo vast with Calypso software to check transmission cases...and our solid model .. do you know anyone using this software.. mybe yourself? How does it compare to Renishaw SP600?
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