The development of the first strip thickness gauge worldwide, that could measure the thickness of the strip during the rolling process in cold mills with an accuracy of µm, was the start of our company in 1963.
Vollmer America
Brochures
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Company History
A picture of our plant in Hagen, Germany, and a brief history of the company.
VBM 1063E Medium Duty Strip Thickness Gauge
A quick view at our Model VBM 1063E used for continuous measurement of passing strip. Sturdy design allows it to be suitable for many different applications.
VBM 1076E/2076E Medium Duty Strip Thickness Gauges
A look at our high-performance continuous strip thickness gauge for ideal use on high-speed cold rolling mills.
VBS 2094E Heavy Duty Strip Thickness Guage
Short description and photo of our rugged designed Model VBS 2094E thickness gauge able to measure up to 20 mm thick.
Non-Contact Isotope and X-Ray Thickness Gauges
Complete description of our on-line x-ray and isotope gauges and their use in the rolling mill industry.
AGC Systems
Short description of a sophisticated, multi-mode rolling mill gauge control featuring x-ray thickness gauges, in-gap control mode, mass-flow control mode, and feed-forward control mode. System shown in final production test area.
Screw Down Controls
Technical Description of various mill screw down controls including position control, feedback control, In gap control, Mass Flow Control and feedforward control systems.
BFI Shape Roll
Technical description of the Vollmer VPMBFI shape measurement and control system based on the BFI patented “axial load cell design”.
Optical Flatness Gauge
Description of the Model VIP 08 Optical Flatness System for non contact measurement of strip flatness.
VUD ST Heavy Duty Thickness Gauge System
Description of the special VUD type heavy duty thickness gauge with full digital operation.
Vollmer Shape Roll for Tension Levelers
This version shape roll has been specifically developed for use on tension leveller systems. In this case, the tension segments transfer to a fixed axle upon which the sections rotate. Roll has very low inertia for use on lower tension applications.
Laser Off Line Cross Bow Gauge
Description and photo showing the set-up of our Cross Bow Laser Gauge which is stationary and measures the cross bow on hanging strip samples.
Measurement Amplifiers
A complete brochure describing and outlining the features of both our analog and fully digital measurement amplifiers.
Complete Rolling Mill Precision Measurement
Brochure showing “The Complete Package” available from Vollmer for your Cold Rolling Mill from measurement to process control.
Roll Measurement Systems
Brochure outlining the entire roll measurement product line from off-line diameter gauges to in-process diameter gauges and automatic steady rest systems.
VABL 296/12 Fine Wire Thickness and Width Gauge
Brochure showing our Model VABL 296 Thickness and Width Gauge for measurement of very narrow, thin strip.
VBK 2596/11 Heavy Wire Thickness Gauge
Short description and photos of our model VBK 2596/11 Double Track Thickness Gauge to measure strip and shape profiles for use on mills and inspection lines to measure up to 25mm thick material.
VBK 2596/12 Heavy Wire Thickness and Width Gauge
Description and close-up photos of our Model 2596/12 Thickness and Width Gauge for strip and profile able to measure up to 19mm thick and from 6-38mm wide on mills and inspection lines.
VBK 593/12 Medium Wire Thickness and Width Gauge
Brochure showing our Model VBK 593/12 Thickness and Width Gauge for measurement of narrow strip and profile.
VBP Off Line Profiler System for Hot or Cold Mill Samples
Brochure complete with photos of our Croff Profile Gauge for cross profile measurements on cut samples of hot or cold rolled strip.
VBP/04 Off Line Profiler System for Hot or Cold Mill Samples (Digital)
Information sheet with photos and sample program screens for the latest version, completely digital, cross profile measurment and analysis system. This unit has the newest pneumatic clamping arrangement.
VSL 12084 Diameter Gauge for Centerless Grinders
Short description and photo of our Model VSL 12084 Rod Diameter Gauge capable of measurement of rod diameters of 120-130 mm for application on rod peeling and centerless grinders.
Curvature Measurement for Thin Strips
Description of a laboratory inspection unit to measure the straightness of thin, narrow samples using laser measurement technology.
Complete Inspection Bench System
Vollmer America is able to provide complete inspection bench solutions including uncoiler, recoiler, drives and gauges and SPC systems for several variables.
SPC and Data Analysis
VGRAPH SPC Hardware and Software Package
This Windows® based package works with either PCI cards or Profibus DP interface to collect up to 16 analog variables for display, analysis and retention. Sophisticated graphical and statistical software in included in the package.
VRECOS PC-Based Virtual Strip Chart Recorder
This package replaces the old style paper chart recorder with a PC Based version. The unit is capable of three channel recording and uses the PC USB interface for high speed. Charts may be printed and saved to memory for later retrieval.
Optional Excel® / Access® Interface
A software package that allows the user to specify indentification and analysis values for simple and quick export to Microsoft Excel® and Access® files.
Optional FFT On Line Analyzer
This software adder give the operator the chance to identify cyclical excursions that exceed allowable limits as the coil is running. Three dimensional mapping of the entire coil points out specific problem areas for machine performance optimization.
Reference Lists
Hydraulic Screw Down Mill retrofit Reference List December 2008
A listing of the customers that have had mill screw down upgraded up through December 2008
AGC Control Reference List as of December 2008
A listing of the users of Vollmer Automatic Gauge Control Systems installed from 2000 through 2008
Non Contact Thickness Gauge Reference List as of December 2008
A listing of the users of Vollmer Non Contact Thickness Gauges installed from 2000 through 2008
Shape Measurement Systems Reference List as of December 2008
A listing of the users of Vollmer Shape Measurement Systems installed from 2000 through 2008
Roll Measurement Systems for Grinders Reference List as of December 2008
A listing of the users of Vollmer Roll Grinder Measurement Systems installed through 2008
Automatic Steady Rest Systems for Grinders Reference List as of December 2008
A listing of the users of Vollmer Roll Grinder Automatic Steady Rest Systems installed through 2008
Off Line Straddle Gauge for Rolls Reference List as of December 2008
A listing of the users of Vollmer Off Line Straddle Gauge for Rolls installed through 2008
Off Line Sample Profile Measurement and Analysis Systems for Hot Mills Reference List as of December 2008
A listing of the users of Vollmer Off Line Sample Profile Measurement and Analysis Systems for Hot Mills installed through 2008
What's New
VIP 08 On Line Optical Flatness Measurement and Control System
VIP 08 On Line Optical Flatness Measurement and Control System
The VIP 08 Optical Flatness Measurement System is a recent development for use in the metal producing industry. When the strip tensions are lower than 70 N/mm2 (10 KPSI), it affords the user the ability to measure continuous strip flatness without contact to the strip and [...]
First Isotope Thickness Gauge Application in Mexico
During this past fall, we installed our first two – Model A3000 Isotope Thickness Gauges in Mexico. The application was for stainless steel on a heavy-duty reversing mill with 24/7 operation.
Quality and Yield Optimization on Cold Rolling Mills
In order to accommodate for the high demand in accuracy, quality and yield, it is essential to optimize the existing operating equipment. In the past Vollmer has supplied and been known for their high performance thickness gauges in conjunction with the automation of the screwdown system.
News & Events
BFI Article shows new design for shape roll measurement
The well-proven BFI version shape measurement roll has undergone a design change that improves its ability to measure the tensions profile on flat product without marking the strip. The detectors have been redesigned to fit into the roll while leaving the surface of the roll completely clear of machined marks. This eliminates the former problems associated with the axially installed sensors.