LK Metrology Added Support for Renishaw 5-Axis Probes
The CAMIO 2026 R1 update expands interoperability for bridge, horizontal arm, and gantry coordinate measuring machines.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Software
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LK Metrology has released its CAMIO 2026 R1 software update, introducing support for the Renishaw REVO 5-axis scanning probe system. This update is now available for bridge, horizontal arm, and gantry coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).
Why it matters
The integration allows manufacturers to unify their inspection workflows across mixed-brand hardware environments. By streamlining programming, the update aims to reduce overall inspection cycle times and increase measurement accuracy.
The CAMIO 2026 R1 update enables programming and execution of REVO inspection routines, including sweep scanning and head-touches, on CMM hardware. Compatibility is managed via the I++/DME client/server architecture, which links the software to the UCC controller over a TCP/IP network.
The players
LK Metrology
A developer of coordinate measuring machine hardware and inspection software.
Renishaw
A designer and manufacturer of metrology systems including the REVO 5-axis scanning probe.
The details
The software update allows for direct control of the Renishaw REVO system through standard I++ (an interface standard for dimension measurement equipment) protocols. By utilizing the I++ client/server architecture, the software communicates commands over a TCP/IP network to the UCC controller — the unit responsible for orchestrating CMM motion and data acquisition. This enables operators to program complex 5-axis routines that previously required proprietary control environments.
Timeline
October 4, 2026: The CAMIO 2026 R1 software update was released.
The Tech Race
The I++/DME client/server architecture allows different CMM platforms to speak a common language, marking a shift toward software-defined inspection workflows. By adopting this standard for 5-axis probe control, LK Metrology reduces reliance on closed, single-brand ecosystems.
Operators using bridge, horizontal arm, or gantry CMMs can now integrate Renishaw REVO hardware directly into their existing CAMIO environments. The update is effective immediately for users eligible for the 2026 R1 release.
The takeaway
Manufacturers looking to optimize throughput should evaluate whether their specific CMM controller configurations support the I++/DME implementation. Watch for further performance benchmarks on how 5-axis motion integration influences throughput compared to traditional 3-axis scanning routines.
Further reading
Learn more about the current landscape of Software tools used in precision manufacturing.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Machinery Market.
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