CanadaBuys #AB-2026-04448

University of Calgary Digital Microscope System Procurement (Keyence VHX-X1)

The University of Calgary's Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering is seeking to acquire a specialized digital microscope system for advanced research applications. - Government Buyer: - University of Calgary, Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering - OEMs and Vendors: - Keyence Canada Inc. (OEM and sole vendor) - Products/Services Requested: - Keyence VHX-X1 digital microscope system - Includes VHX-7100 fully integrated camera and lens head - Accessories for full system functionality - Fully motorized XYZ stage, controller, and high-resolution camera in a single calibrated unit - Unique or Notable Requirements: - System must support shared-use, high-throughput metallographic imaging and quantitative surface metrology - Designed for multi-user environments across aerospace, materials science, and advanced manufacturing research teams - Technical assessment and market review confirm no alternative suppliers or platforms can meet these requirements

Description

The University of Calgary intends to purchase the VHX-X1 digital microscope with the VHX-7100 fully integrated camera and lens head and accessories from Keyence Canada Inc. The Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering requires an advanced imaging system to support multiple faculty teams working across aerospace, materials science, and advanced manufacturing. The system combines the controller, high-resolution camera, and fully motorized XYZ stage into a single calibrated system for shared-use, high-throughput metallographic imaging and quantitative surface metrology in a multi-user environment. The Keyence system is the only known platform capable of meeting the specific research and operational requirements based on the department's technical assessment and market review.

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