Schulung in den USA

Training in USA

Renishaw is pleased to offer the following training options for North American customers:

Ballbar classes (QC20-W and QC10)

•  Introduction to ballbar testing. Duration, one day. This short course gives you the essentials of ballbar use whether you are a user or just interested to learn more. Also ideal as an introduction to the four day course below. It is a hands on training class held in the state-of-the-art HTEC training facility within the Indiana Center for Applied Technology (ICAT) building at Vincennes University, Vincennes, IN. This class has been developed as a joint initiative between Renishaw and Vincennes University. Further information on the VU HTEC training can be found at vuhtec.org
• Ballbar testing and machine metrology.  Duration, four days. Class covers the basics of machine metrology and ballbar testing. Each class covers a series of general topics (see below) ensuring that the student has a good understanding of the fundamentals of machine tool performance measurement and testing. Primarily classroom based, students will also have the opportunity to get some hands on experience putting what they have learned into practice. The comprehensive class is held at the Renishaw Inc. facility near to Chicago, IL.

General ballbar metrology class topics:

Laser classes (XL-80 and ML10)

• Laser measurement and machine metrology. Duration, four days. Covers basics of machine metrology and use of laser measurement systems. Each class covers a series of general topics (see below) ensuring that the student has a good understanding of the fundamentals of machine tool performance, measurement and testing. Primarily classroom based, students will also have the opportunity to get some hands on experience putting what they have learned into practice. The comprehensive class is held at the Renishaw Inc. facility near to Chicago, IL.

General laser metrology class topics:

We strongly recommend that ballbar users planning to take the ballbar class obtain and view a copy of the 'Getting Started with Ballbar' DVD presentation before attending. The DVD is available free of charge from Renishaw by calling (847) 286 9953 or by sending an e-mail request to usa@renishaw.com. 

Schedule

Prices

Please call (847) 286-9953 for current pricing or e-mail us at usa@renishaw.com. The fee for the class includes all required books and materials. Lunch will be provided Tuesday through Thursday for students attending comprehensive classes at the Renishaw facility in Hoffman Estates. Please note that all classes must be pre-paid and that reservations cannot be guaranteed until paid for in full.

Location

Vincennes University, ICAT Building, 1002 North First Street, Vincennes, IN 47591. T. 812-888-4159
Vincennes University is situated in South West Indiana and is accessible by air via either Evansville (EVV) or Indianapolis (IND).

Renishaw Inc, 5277 Trillium Boulevard, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192.  T. 847-286-9953
Renishaw is approximately a 25 minute drive from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and close to several hotels, restaurants, shopping and leisure facilities.

Registration

To register for classes at either location, please contact Ann Molloy (ann.molloy@renishaw.com) on (847) 286-9953. Please be aware that class sizes are limited and that registration will close when that limit is reached.

Bespoke training and advanced classes

In additional to our published schedule, we also offer bespoke training classes tailored to your specific needs and requirements. To discuss your specific training needs, please contact Mike Wilm at michael.wilm@renishaw.com

Useful links

Calibration equipment registration form