(Pinpoint Laser Systems: Peabody, MA) -- Pinpoint Laser Systems has announced a new four-axis Microgage Receiver that provides full useful alignment information for evaluating and correcting machinery alignment problems. The new 4D Microgage Receiver measures two linear axes "X" and "Y" and their two angular components "yaw" and "pitch." The two linear axes show how well machinery is aligned along a common centerline and the angular readouts show if parallelism problems exist. The new 4D Microgage Receiver is ideal for aligning lathes, turning mechanical sub-assemblies, and more. A compact, digital display provides precise linear and angular readings and is easy and intuitive to use. 

The method of operation is simple; a narrow laser beam provides a measuring reference line and the 4D Microgage Receiver measures where this line lands on an internal detector to determine the position of a machine or subassembly relative to this laser reference beam. This receiver will operate over distances exceeding 100 feet and deliver a measuring precision of 0.0005 inch and 0.005 degree; ideal for demanding industrial alignment applications. The Laser Microgage system along with the new 4D Microgage Receiver puts precise measuring and alignment capability right into the hands of plant engineers and manufacturing personnel, so that they can monitor and optimize their own production machinery and equipment.

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