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● Press Release 02 | 2008
ASCONA presents world novelty PROMEX OBJECTIVE on Aluminium exhibition in Essen
Reliable and objective classification of extruded aluminium profiles
Stabilizing webs are needed for the construction of even visible surfaces when
they exceed a certain size. During the production process, web collapsing occurs
without fail. As the profile surface normally has a mat finish, web collapsing can
hardly be detected with the naked eye. An innovative technique developed by
ASCONA now provides safety through control. Its name: PROMEX OBJECTIVE.
Current practice has got its weak points. In order to be able to detect web collapsing at all, the
surface of an aluminium profile sample is either treated by a polishing machine or with a coating of
transparent lacquer. Identification of web collapsing is precise but depending on the incident angle
of light which may distort results. Inspection is very likely to lead to subjective results in the end
and opinions may vary. However, correct results are imperative because web collapsing is a
substantial quality feature of visible surfaces.
PROMEX OBJECTIVE provides precise evaluation. The measuring system which was developed
by ASCONA in co-operation with the Fraunhofer-Institute in Magdeburg, evaluates distortions
objectively and classifies them on a 10-grades scale. It is used directly in the production area.
Web collapsing is recorded within 1 to 2 seconds only. The sample with its surface to be
measured is simply placed on the sensor system.
This fast and easy handling makes PROMEX OBJECTIVE an important assistant granting a
reliable, objective and transparent classification of extruded profiles. Communication between the
supplier and the customer is based on objective information. Default deliveries belong to the past
and the costs for taking back deliveries are saved because a 100 % quality can be guaranteed.
ASCONA will present its novelty live in hall 1, booth no. 1F60 on the Aluminium exhibition in
Essen.
Ascona Press Release 02 | 2008 – Page 1 of 2 29.08.2008
Ascona GmbH
Karlstraße 7
D-88074 Meckenbeuren
Tel.: +49(0)7542-9464-0
Fax: +49(0)7542-9464-50
www.ascona.de
info@ascona.de
Press Contact:
Jutta Kleinmanns
Tel.: +49(0)5731-9886-49
Fax: +49(0)5731-96766
jutta.kleinmanns@inoex.de
Picture 1:
Web collapsing
Picture 2:
PROMEX OBJECTIVE

ASCONA
After its foundation in 1988, ASCONA has become a specialist in optical profile
measuring technology and is now internationally renowned in this sector.
Both the software and the optical measuring systems are developed and produced by
ASCONA itself. More than 200 system installations in the aluminum, plastics, rubber,
metal and electronics sector are convincing proof of our competence. We have set the
focus of our activities on optical profile measuring technology and this is why we have
accumulated a unique know-how in this speciality sector. Our software „PROMEX
CONTROL“ and the horizontal projection process for profile measurement are only
some of the results.
We are judged by our customer’s success. The long standing and close partnership
with renowned company groups underlines in particular their confidence in our
performance and service. It gives you the safety to face together with us the coming
challenges of the 21st century.
Upon publication please forward a copy to:
iNOEX GmbH
Jutta Kleinmanns
Borweg 27
32547 Bad Oeynhausen
Germany
Ascona Press Release 02 | 2008 – Page 2 of 2 29.08.2008
Ascona GmbH
Karlstraße 7
D-88074 Meckenbeuren
Tel.: +49(0)7542-9464-0
Fax: +49(0)7542-9464-50
www.ascona.de
info@ascona.de
Press Contact:
Jutta Kleinmanns
Tel.: +49(0)5731-9886-49
Fax: +49(0)5731-96766
jutta.kleinmanns@inoex.de