April
14, 2011 Dinner Meeting
Note:
Meeting date is the 2nd Thursday of the month
Tour of
Hexagon Metrology
Hexagon Metrology is part of the Hexagon AB global measurement technologies group, which is focused exclusively on measurement technologies and solutions, to measure objects in one, two or three dimensions, to position and update objects, and time processes. The group has about 700 engineers engaged in research and development worldwide, and invests about thirteen percent of net sales in research and development. These investments are primarily focused on bringing marketable products to reality. The group has a patent portfolio of more than 1,700 active patents worldwide.
The Hexagon group is globally diversified and employs more than 8,400 people in 36 countries, and sells goods in more than 140 countries. Hexagon shares are publicly traded in Stockholm and Zurich. Hexagon Metrology is the business area of Hexagon AB that focuses on dimensional measuring technology for industrial purposes. This part of the business focuses on ensuring the dimensions of products "as made" conform to the original design intent (typically, the computer-aided-design (CAD) model). Its worldwide customer base ranges from the largest manufacturers such as aircraft, automotive, heavy equipment and defense OEMs, plus all sub-tiers of these industries, down to job shops. Hexagon Metrology serves over 125 distinct industries with our products and services.
Hexagon Metrology currently has fourteen manufacturing facilities in operation on four continents, and nearly sixty sales and service locations worldwide, including twelve in North America. Hexagon's philosophy of customer support is to offer decentralized, and thus customer localized, support and services. Our sales, service, and support teams are located in local markets worldwide, which allow quick response to customer requirements.
Finally, we are the largest metrology services provider in North America. This encompasses the obvious definition of service and support of the installed base of machines, but to Hexagon Metrology, "services" has a far wider scope. Services involve an opportunity where we can use our human capital to engage the customer and help make their operation more effective and productive. This could include specialized training, system integration, specialized software programming, contract inspection, temporary to full-time staffing contracts, reverse engineering—nearly anything where our specialized expertise meets market need. Come tour our North Kingstown, Rhode Island facility.
Tour Location: Hexagon
Metrology - 250 Circuit Drive North
Kingstown, RI 02852
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Directions:
To Hexagon: From 95 N or S, take RI-4 to exit 7A-B. Merge onto RI-403 E via exit 7B toward Quonset (Roger Williams Way). Turn right onto Burlingham Ave, just past Mainsail Dr. Take 1st right onto Circuit Dr. Hexagon will be on your right.
Dinner Location:
Chianti's Restaurant – 195 Old Forge Road, East Greenwich, RI, 02818
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Directions:
To Chianti’s: Turn left onto Burlingham Ave, then left onto RI-403. Turn slight right toward US-1 / Post Rd. Take the 1st left onto Gate Rd. Turn slight right onto Post Rd. / US-1 N. Continue to follow US-1 N. Turn slight right onto Old Forge Rd., just past Crossways Rd. Take the 2nd right to stay on Old Forge Rd. Chianti’s will be on your left. Note: Use the Banquet Room entrance.
Time:
5:00
pm - Registration at Hexagon and networking
5:15 pm - Tours Begin
7:15
pm - Dinner at Chianti's
Menu:
Buffet of Italian style chicken soup, macaroni, meatballs, sausage and peppers, chicken marsala, veal cacciatore, salad, rolls, coffee, and ice cream
Prices: $25 members and guests. $15 unemployed members