April 2025 Metrology News Magazine
Editors Message:
As Metrology News turns its gaze toward Stuttgart, Germany for the upcoming CONTROL Exhibition, the conversations this year are set to take a transformative turn. The question isn’t just what’s new – but how is AI changing the game?
Metrology, once the domain of precision mechanics and calibrated repetition, is undergoing a profound evolution. The shift toward smart metrology is not just a technological trend – it’s a market transition. AI is at the center of this transformation, influencing everything from data acquisition to analysis, decision-making, and predictive process control.
What used to be isolated inspection stations are rapidly becoming interconnected ecosystems, powered by machine learning algorithms that can not only detect anomalies faster but also learn from them. Real-time analytics, adaptive measurement strategies, and self-optimizing inspection routines will no longer be futuristic concepts- they are set to become industry norms.
AI’s integration will also start to reshape the competitive landscape of metrology equipment. Traditional performance metrics like speed and accuracy will be complemented by new value propositions: data intelligence, process adaptability, and seamless integration into digital production environments. In short, AI is turning metrology tools into metrology intellect – devices that not only measure but also interpret and advise.
This year’s CONTROL Expo is expected to be a showcase for these next generation innovations. Attendees will witness how companies are delivering on the promise of smarter, AI-driven systems. The expectation is clear: smarter machines, deeper insights, and an emerging path to fully autonomous quality assurance.
Metrology News will be there on the ground bringing you the highlights, the breakthroughs, and the big-picture implications. As we prepare to head to the show, of one thing we are certain – AI is not just impacting metrology. It’s redefining it. And it will start at CONTROL 2025!
This month featured articles included “Driving Quality Control In ‘Factories of the Future’”; “How AI is Powering the Next Industrial Revolution”; “’Smarter Metrology For Complex Manufacturing Challenges”; “Inside An AI Factory – Where Intelligence Is Manufactured”; “How AI is Powering the Next Industrial Revolution” and “Sensing The Future of Manufacturing Quality Control“.
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As usual, I welcome your comments, news, and views – my inbox is always open.
Keith Mills – Publishing Editor
PolyWorks 2025 Delivers End-to-End Metrology Digital Thread
InnovMetric has announced the launch of PolyWorks 2025. This new major release of the PolyWorks enterprise solution delivers a digital thread framework that defines, streamlines, and supports the flow of dimensional inspection information enterprisewide. It enables industrial manufacturers to improve the performance of their inspection workflows and ensure process traceability … read more
Sensing The Future of Manufacturing Quality Control
The future of manufacturing is not just automated—it’s perceptive. In the rapidly evolving landscape of Industry 4.0 and its emerging successor, Industry 5.0, smart factories are leaning heavily on data-driven intelligence to optimize operations, enhance quality, and drive innovation. At the heart of this transformation lies a pivotal yet often understated component: sensors … read more
AI-Driven Wearable Technology Revolutionizes Assembly
In an era where precision and efficiency are paramount, VOSS Automotive has introduced an innovative solution poised to transform manual assembly processes: the ClickID system. This AI-powered wearable device is designed to enhance quality control, reduce errors, and streamline operations in industries where manual assembly remains indispensable. Addressing assembly challenges … read more
API Launches NextGen Integrated Laser Tracker
Automated Precision Inc. (API), a global leader in advanced metrology solutions, has announced the launch of their 6th generation Laser Tracker: The API Integrated Laser Tracker (iLT) represents the pinnacle of Laser Tracker technology refinement, engineered to be the most portable, user-friendly Laser Tracker ever designed and featuring several improvements over the previous generation … read more
Revolutionizing Part Traceability Through AI and Smart Vision
Datalogic, a leader in automatic data capture and industrial automation, recently announced the launch of the Matrix 220 XAI, the most advanced barcode reader ever created for Direct Part Marking (DPM) applications. This revolutionary device sets a new gold standard in factory automation, traceability, and AI-powered barcode reading delivering unparalleled performance … read more
Porsche Automates Paint Inspection with AI-Powered Robotic System
For decades, robots have been used to apply paint to cars during manufacture, improving safety for employees while yielding the benefits of increased efficiency and more consistent paint application. But even with the precision and reproducibility of robot-applied finishes, vehicles still need to be visually checked in order to identify any potential paint defects … read more
LiDAR Scanners Deliver Precise 3D Contour Measurements
Leuze is broadening its sensor portfolio by integrating cutting-edge LiDAR technology, introducing the new ROD 300 and ROD 500 series of laser scanners. These advanced devices are designed to deliver precise contour measurement and optimized navigation for automated guided vehicles (AGVs), meeting the increasing demands of modern production and logistics … read more
The Next Evolution in Automated Precision Measurement
In an era where skilled manpower is becoming increasingly scarce, automation is the key to maintaining productivity and efficiency. Mitutoyo has announced SmartMeasure-AL, an advanced automated measurement system designed to operate seamlessly on Mitutoyo machines. This innovative system revolutionizes industrial measurement processes by delivering full automation … read more
Smarter Metrology For Complex Manufacturing Challenges
The intricacies of developing, manufacturing, and maintaining advanced components in sectors like aerospace, power generation, and medical demand rigorous qualification and verification processes. However, these essential steps are often plagued by inefficiencies, leading to increased scrap costs, production bottlenecks, and frustrating product launch delays … read more
Precise Surface Inspection With AI-Powered Camera Network
In areas such as high-precision metalworking, accuracy is non-negotiable. This includes the automotive industry and its suppliers, which is in crisis in Germany for a variety of reasons. The industry is under enormous pressure to deliver products of impeccable quality and at the same time reduce operating costs, for example by increasing process speeds. Automotive quality assurance standards are strict … read more
Beyond The CMM – The Future of Optical Measurement in Manufacturing
Automatic scanning measurement technologies are steadily transforming the field of metrology, particularly in applications where traditional CMMs such as horizontal arm, gantry, or large bridge-type tactile sensors were previously indispensable. Automotive manufacturers, in particular, have relied on these conventional systems for evaluating large vehicle body parts … read more
From Bottlenecks To Breakthroughs With New Metrology Technologies
For over 90 years, EKATO Rühr- und Mischtechnik GmbH has specialized in process analysis, engineering, scale-up manufacturing, and assembly of agitator technologies, continually developing solutions to meet the needs of process-oriented industries. Known for creating agitators that support procedures, such as homogenizing, dispersing, and heat transfer … read more
Driving Quality Control In ‘Factories of the Future’
The manufacturing landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the relentless pursuit of efficiency, precision, and quality. In this evolution towards the ‘Factory of the Future, traditional quality control methods are increasingly being augmented and replaced by sophisticated technologies. Among the most impactful are structured light scanning and machine vision based solutions … read more
AI-Supported Fully Automated Visual Quality Control
Hufschmied Zerspanungssysteme GmbH, in collaboration with VisCheck GmbH, a leader in intelligent image processing solutions, has unveiled a groundbreaking AI-powered quality control system for tool blade production. The innovative ‘OPDRA Quality’ solution drastically reduces the effort required for quality assurance by integrating advanced artificial intelligence and automation … read more
How AI is Powering the Next Industrial Revolution
At the recent Hannover Messe 2025, Lenovo unveileded new research highlighting a major shift in the manufacturing industry across EMEA with companies set to increase their AI spending by 106% over the next 12 months. The findings, part of Lenovo’s CIO Playbook 2025, reveal that 79% of manufacturing AI projects implemented in the past year met or exceeded expectations … read more
Inside An AI Factory – Where Intelligence Is Manufactured
AI is fueling a new industrial revolution — one driven by AI factories. Unlike traditional data centers, AI factories do more than store and process data — they manufacture intelligence at scale, transforming raw data into real-time insights. For enterprises and countries around the world, this means dramatically faster time to value — turning AI into an immediate driver of competitive advantage … read more
AI-Powered Robotic Metrology Solutions Intelligently Automates Inspection Processes
Kitov Systems, Inc. a pioneer in robotic inspection solutions, has announced its rebranding as Kitov AI, Inc. This strategic move reflects the company’s evolution into an AI solutions-oriented software tool provider, emphasizing its advanced AI capabilities in dynamic path planning and defect discovery for manufacturing industries. Automating and optimizing inspection processes … read more
Volume Graphics Launches New AI Training Tool As Hexagon Completes Brand Integration
Volume Graphics GmbH (VG), part of Hexagon, has announced the release of version 2025.1 of its suite of CT analysis software, which includes a new VGTRAINER application. Created for ease of use by non-AI-experts, from R&D through inline-production inspection, the application enables manufacturing companies to take advantage of the latest in automation and deep learning … read more
Next Generation Additive Manufacturing Uses AI and Enhanced Laser Precision
SCANLAB and 1000 Kelvin, developer of the Physics-AI platform AMAIZE, have announced an innovative integration for additive manufacturing. The partnership brings seamless execution of ‘Artificial Intelligence’ (AI) in interaction with innovative laser power distribution and thermal melt pool behavior in metal additive manufacturing to industry – a cornerstone for mass production … read more
Faro Democratizes Process of 3D Reality Capture With Launch of Faro Blink
FARO Technologies has announced the launch of a unique 3D reality capture solution, FARO Blink, marking an important milestone in its mission to streamline and democratize the process of 3D reality capture. A software-driven solution, Blink combines stunning visualization with automated workflows via the FARO Sphere XG Digital Reality Platform, all while ensuring intuitive operation … read more
The Digital Chisel – Forging a Collision-Free Future in Computer-Aided Manufacturing
In the following article, Yavuz Murtezaoglu, Founder & Managing Director of ModuleWorks, traces the evolution of simulation technology in CAM over the past 30 years, highlighting its progression from basic backplotting techniques to advanced solutions like 5-axis machining, collision detection, real-time collision avoidance, material removal simulation, GPU acceleration, and efforts … read more
SmartRay’s Smallest Field-of-View Sensor Delivers High-Precision Automated Inspection
Delivering advanced inline metrology to an expanding range of challenging industries, SmartRay is launching the smallest field-of-view 3D sensor of its cutting-edge ECCO X series. The new ECCO X 012 model represents a game-changing development for high-precision automated inspection in applications such as Ball Grid Array inspection, Printed Circuit Boards and Wafer Inspection … read more
Nikon Introduces NEXIV VMF-K Series High-Performance Video Measuring System
Nikon Corporation has launched the NEXIV VMF-K Series, a next-generation video measuring system designed to meet the increasing semiconductor and electronic component inspection demands. Building upon the success of the VMZ-K Series, the NEXIV VMF-K Series offers significant benefits to a wide range of industries in addition to semiconductor manufacturing … read more
Revolutionizing Manufacturing with AI, Cloud Integration, and Digital Collaboration
Hexagon’s connectivity and collaboration platform, Nexus, is rapidly gaining traction throughout the manufacturing value chain, providing its customers with powerful new productivity-boosting digitalisation, AI, and open integration experiences with Hexagon and third party platforms and data. Since its launch in February 2023, Nexus has attracted over 30,000 registered users … read more
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