Designed using a non-Cartesian structure and utilising linear motors and mechanical bearings, as its name implies, the Extol CNC CMM provides a robust solution for providing precision inspection results. The unique CMM’s advantageous configuration ensures that it maintains its accuracy at very fast measurement rates and does not suffer from the accumulative inaccuracies that occur in conventional 3-axis Cartesian designs. Available in two sizes, the Extol is a self-contained inspection unit. It has no air bearings, so no requirement for compressed air – just plug it in and go. Built-in temperature control and a compact footprint allow the Extol to be placed wherever it is needed. Another unique advantage of the Extol is that all of the struts are temperature controlled to operate above ambient air temperature. This means that the measurement accuracy is maintained even when the surrounding environment is not temperature controlled. The Extol can be supplied with either a 22” LED monitor side-mounted on an ergonomic arm or, a touch-screen monitor mounted at head height on the front panel of the machine.