‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 7th July
Metrology Brew newsletter features a summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
Read Article →Metrology Brew newsletter features a summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
Read Article →As we move into the second half of 2025, the metrology industry finds itself at a crossroads. Stakeholders must navigate a complex interplay of protectionism, global competition, and technological leapfrogging. The decisions made now, by governments, manufacturers, and metrology leaders, will shape not only the future of measurement but also the competitive landscape of industrial innovation.
Read Article →A new report launched by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) in the UK emphasises the critical role of measurement in engineering. As engineers drive innovation and commercialise new technologies, their expertise in measurement technologies is essential for ensuring precision and reliability across various industries.
Read Article →China has unveiled a sweeping five-year action plan aimed at transforming its national metrology system into a driver of disruptive innovation, with direct implications for the future of global manufacturing competitiveness.
Read Article →Metrology Brew newsletter features a summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
Read Article →Hexagon has introduced a humanoid robot, AEON, at its Hexagon LIVE Global event. AEON, developed by Hexagon’s previously announced Robotics division, has been specifically designed to meet real-world customer needs and address labour shortages.
Read Article →In an increasingly globalized and automated manufacturing environment, precision is not optional — it is fundamental. Yet precision in measurement is only as reliable as the people creating the data and those interpreting it. This is where AUKOM e.V., a non-profit association based in Germany, plays a unique and essential role.
Read Article →The BMW Group is consistently improving digitalization in the production of its components. From AI-driven production management and smart logistics processes to data-based quality controls.
Read Article →The Digital Twin promises a dynamic mirror of the physical world — but only when fueled by the continuous, connected flow of information delivered by the Digital Thread. The following article explores how this critical link is reshaping quality control and smart manufacturing.
Read Article →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.
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