Measuring systems
Thickness measurement systems – contact and non-contact
FOLITEC develops and manufactures measurement systems tailored to your specific application—not based on a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether contact or non-contact: the key factors are the material, measurement range, process conditions, and installation environment. We use these factors to determine the measurement method, sensor technology, and system design—ensuring consistent measurement results in everyday production.
MPI 586
Cost-effective thickness measurement system for mass production applications – robust process monitoring and seamless integration.
MPI 686
For sticky, wet, or textured webs – contact at the bottom, non-contact at the top; stable on challenging surfaces.
MPI 786
High-precision solution with a strip light micrometer for very thin, transparent, or optically demanding materials.
MPI 886
Double-sided through-feed measurement in a granite O-frame – extremely stable for thick workpieces and harsh environments.
Which measurement method is best?
Whether the system is contact or non-contact is not the only decisive factor. What matters is how the measurement principle, mechanics, and material handling work together. FOLITEC designs the system to ensure that measurement values remain stable during actual operation—even in the face of process speeds, environmental influences, and varying material properties.
Overview of the Process
What really matters in design
Contact measurement methods
In many applications, contact measurement methods are the most efficient solution for stable thickness measurement during the production process. FOLITEC designs contact thickness measurement systems so that the mechanics, material handling, and measurement strategy work in harmony—ensuring reproducible results, high uptime, and cost-effective 100% inspection. What matters is not the principle alone, but the application-specific design tailored to the material, measurement range, and installation situation.
When is physical contact appropriate?
- Standard fabric
- smooth material flow
- Production environments focused on stability and efficiency
Practical Benefits
- Production applications with stable material handling
- Focus on robust process monitoring and repeatability
- Clear requirements for availability and low-maintenance operation
What to Expect
- Consistent measurement results throughout the process
- Clear visualization and analysis
- Interfaces to the production line (PLC/S7, OPC UA depending on the system)
- Mechanics and components for continuous industrial operation
Non-contact measurement methods
When material surfaces are delicate, sticky, wet, textured, or visually complex, purely contact-based methods quickly reach their limits. Non-contact measurement methods provide the necessary process reliability here—provided that the measurement principle and sensor technology are consistently tailored to the application. FOLITEC develops non-contact thickness measurement systems with a robust design and appropriate measurement technology to ensure that measurement results remain reproducible even with varying material properties.
When is contactless payment a good idea?
- delicate/sticky fabrics
- Coatings
- textured materials
- very thin or transparent products
Practical Benefits
- Application-specific selection of the measurement principle
- Consistent measurement results even with varying material properties
- Low-maintenance and durable for continuous industrial use
- Retrofitting or integration into existing lines is often possible
What to Expect
- Consistent measurement results, even on sensitive or challenging surfaces
- Application-specific sensor selection and measurement strategy
- Seamless integration into existing or new production lines
- Robust system architecture for continuous industrial operation
Our measuring systems
MPI 586
Cost-effective thickness measurement system for mass production applications – robust process monitoring and seamless integration.
MPI 686
For sticky, wet, or textured webs – contact at the bottom, non-contact at the top; stable on challenging surfaces.
MPI 786
High-precision solution with a strip light micrometer for very thin, transparent, or optically demanding materials.
MPI 886
Double-sided through-feed measurement in a granite O-frame – extremely stable for thick workpieces and harsh environments.
Contact
Are you planning a new system or looking to upgrade an existing line?
Send us the material, measurement range, and installation details—we’ll get back to you with a clear recommendation.