December 2025 Metrology News Magazine
Editors Message:
As 2025 draws to a close, one trend has clearly defined the year: the convergence of measurement, automation, and intelligence that is transforming metrology from a verification function into a central, decision-enabling engine for modern manufacturing. AI-driven inspection systems, embedded sensors, and fully connected software ecosystems are no longer emerging technologies – they are now integral to production, turning quality into a continuous, data-driven process embedded at every stage.
This convergence has also reshaped the role of quality professionals. They are now the stewards of digital continuity, safeguarding the integrity of information as it flows through design, simulation, production, and lifecycle management. Their expertise is critical in an era where autonomous workflows and AI-powered decision-making depend on trustworthy measurement data.
Looking ahead to 2026, this convergence will accelerate even further. AI-driven predictive metrology will anticipate maintenance needs, optimize processes in real time, and prevent defects before they occur. Fully connected digital threads will enable closed-loop quality control, while augmented reality, advanced sensors, and cloud analytics will bring actionable insights directly to operators on the shop floor. The integration of measurement, automation, and intelligence will not only enhance quality – it will redefine how factories operate.
As we close out 2025, Metrology News remains committed to tracking these innovations and sharing the stories that matter most to our readers. We extend our sincere gratitude to our contributors, sponsors, and audience for your continued support. Be sure to check out our 2026 Editorial Calendar.
From the newsroom, we wish you a joyful holiday season, a restful break, and a positive start to 2026.
In keeping with tradition, our December publication has arrived early, offering a curated selection of the most compelling stories from the past three weeks. While we pause for a well-earned break until the new year, look out for our upcoming ‘Year in Review’ feature during the holiday period, where we’ll recap the standout stories of 2025. You can also browse our full archive of December articles by clicking here.
As always, I welcome your comments, insights, and news submissions – my inbox remains open.
Keith Mills
Publishing Editor
Smart Metrology Powering Factories of the Future
Metrology has always been the foundation of quality in manufacturing, providing the measurements and validation needed to ensure that parts, processes, and products conform to specifications. For decades, this role has largely been reactive. Measurements verified what had already been produced, and decisions were made after a problem surfaced. But as factories become digital, connected, and autonomous, expectations placed on metrology … read more
A Festive Reflection on a Year of Precision and Progress
2025 marked a defining year for the metrology and manufacturing industries, as digital transformation accelerated from aspiration to everyday reality. Real-time inspection matured across shop floors, powered by increasingly intelligent sensors, AI-driven analytics, and tightly integrated digital threads that connected design, production, and quality like never before … read more
Surfmera Atomic Force Microscope Lineup Unveiled
Surfmera has announces its advanced suite of atomic force microscopes (AFM), positioning the company as a leader in nanoscale imaging and measurement solutions. Designed to empower researchers and industries, these cutting-edge instruments unlock new dimensions in material properties, chemical composition, and physical phenomena at the atomic and molecular levels … read more
How AI is Closing the Loop in Industrial Inspection
In recent decades, industrial machine vision has evolved from a niche tool into a cornerstone of modern manufacturing. Cameras, optics, and lighting systems have become increasingly sophisticated – but the true revolution lies in the software layer. This is the brain of the operation, where raw images transform into structured intelligence … read more
AR Inspection Tool Cuts Production Error Rates by up to 90%
Visometry, the specialist for industrial augmented reality, has released Twyn 2.5, the latest version of its iPad-based AR inspection tool that uses CAD data for fast, visual quality checks. The update delivers expanded capabilities through a significantly enhanced Assisted Deviation Detection (ADD) engine and introduces new usability and IT-integration features designed … read more
Robot Calibration Helper App Calibrates Robot Tool Center Point
ENCY Software has announced Robot Calibration Helper, a new mobile companion app that helps engineers and technicians calibrate the Tool Center Point (TCP) of industrial robots and send the results directly to ENCY Robot projects. The app is available for both iOS and Android. Robot Calibration Helper is designed to close the gap between robot and programming … read more
New Machining Module to Close the Gap Between Measurement and Production
Metrologic Group has unveiled its new Machining Module, marking a significant advancement in how manufacturers connect dimensional metrology with CNC machining operations. As factories push toward data-driven precision and shorter feedback loops, the new module delivers an automated bridge between inspection results and machine tool adjustments. For decades, quality teams have captured measurement data after machining … read more
Understanding Machine Vision: From Rule-Based Tools to AI-Powered Inspection
Machine vision is the automatic extraction of information from digital images for process or quality control. Most manufacturers use automated machine vision instead of human inspectors because it is better suited to repetitive inspection tasks. It is faster, more objective, and works continuously. Machine vision can inspect hundreds of parts per minute … read more
Nikon Enhances XT V for Advanced Computed Tomography Inspection
Nikon Corporation has announced a comprehensive suite of enhancements to its XT V Series X-ray and CT systems, strengthening the platform’s position as a world-class solution for non-destructive inspection of electronic components. These enhancements enable operators to achieve better image quality, scan heavier samples, and protect sensitive components … read more
Revopoint Launches PTB-Certified Revo Measure 3D Measurement Software
Revopoint, a Chinese supplier of 3D scanning solutions, has announced the official launch of Revo Measure, a professional-grade 3D measurement and analysis software that has received certification from Germany’s Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB). For Revopoint, the launch means more than just delivering a product … read more
High-Fidelity Scan Data Integration Enables Machine-Specific Compensation in 3D Sand Printing
By integrating precision scanning and calibration into their workflow, Humtown can now optimize 3D models, extract precise 3D inspection profiles from 3D printed sand parts, and compare them back to the original SolidWorks design in real time. This eliminates the need for time-consuming third-party standalone solutions and leverages the engineering team’s existing SolidWorks expertise … read more
Dual Sensor 3D Measurement Boosts Accuracy and Efficiency in Sheet Metal Manufacturing
Stahl Lasertechnik GmbH, a German specialist in metal sheet processing, has significantly upgraded its quality control processes by integrating Kreon 3D measurement solutions. Facing challenges in maintaining high-precision inspection and detecting deformation defects in complex assemblies, the company sought an advanced solution for First Article Inspection (FAI), process optimization, and … read more
Techman Robot Unveils High-Speed AI Inspection Solution Driving Quality Revolution
Techman Robot has announced major advancements in automated quality inspection at the International Robot Exhibition (iREX) 2025 in Tokyo, unveiling a suite of technologies designed to deliver zero-downtime, zero-latency, and zero-defect manufacturing performance. Presented under the theme “AI Instant Decision, Seamless Productivity Upgrade,” the company’s new High-Speed AI Flying Trigger Inspection system and Auto AI Training platform … read more
Robolaunch Delivers Real-Time Inline Surface Defect Detection for Auto Manufacturing
As automotive manufacturers push toward higher levels of automation and zero-defect production, surface inspection remains one of the most challenging, and consequential, quality-control tasks on the factory floor. Small dents, ripples, and subtle surface distortions can escape traditional inspection stations, leading to costly rework, downstream failures … read more
ZEISS Celebrates 100 Years of Advancing Innovation in the U.S.
The ZEISS Group is celebrating 100 years of operation in the U.S., inspiring innovation across multiple industries and contributing to major milestones in America. Since 1925, starting as a single branch on 5th Avenue in New York City, ZEISS has grown to become a multi-business organization with more than 3,500 colleagues in over 30 locations across the U.S. … read more
LK Metrology Launch New CMMs For Large Scale Components
Two new ranges of bridge-type coordinate measuring machine, MAXIMA and MAXIMA R, have been launched by LK Metrology to meet a rapidly expanding demand for precise measurement of large, heavy components, often of significant complexity. The innovative machines are ideally suited to quality control applications across industries such as aerospace … read more
Flying S Manufacturing’s Metrology-Driven Path to Aerospace Excellence
Despite all the investments in machines and square footage, Flying S’s growth would not be possible without an equally robust investment in quality verification. Initially, the company started with just two metrology devices and three Verisurf seats. Today, they operate with 17 seats of Verisurf, integrating the platform across engineering, inspection, prototyping … read more
Humanoids Meet Self-Learning Automation as AGIBOT Hits 5000 Units
AGIBOT, a leader in embodied intelligence and industrial humanoid robotics, has announced two major milestones that signal a new era in practical, flexible, and AI-driven automation. The company has officially rolled out its 5,000th mass-produced humanoid robot, while also achieving the first industrial deployment of Real-World Reinforcement Learning … read more
Nordson SQ5000Pro Multi-Function AOI, SPI, and CMM Platform
Nordson showcased the global debut of its SQ5000Pro Multi-Function system, at the recent Productronica 2025 exhibition in Munich, Germany. SQ5000Pro unifies Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), Solder Paste Inspection (SPI), and Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) capabilities into a single high-performance platform signaling a major step forward in high-precision, in-line metrology and inspection for advanced electronics manufacturing … read more
Automotive Aftermarket Embracing 3D Reverse Engineering
When you think of a garage, you think calipers, micrometers, height gauges… But a laptop and a 3D scanner is probably not the first thing that comes to mind. It should be. Scanners and CAD modelling have become commonplace in the aftermarket automotive space. They’re used to reverse engineer parts for vintage vehicles … read more
Sensofar Advance Metrology Ecosystem with SensoCOMP and SensoPRO 5
Sensofar has announced two major software innovations: SensoCOMP, a new solution for CAD-based dimensional analysis, and SensoPRO 5, the latest version of its quality control software. Together, these launches make 3D measurement workflows more intuitive and efficient across all facilities. SensoCOMP simplifies advanced dimensional inspection … read more
Augmented Reality Speeds Up Testing & Development for F1 Team
TeamViewer, a leader in digital workplace solutions, is enhancing Test & Development efficiency for the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, through Augmented Reality (AR) technology. In the Test and Development Lab the challenge is to quickly assemble complex test rigs. Testing car parts that will have to undergo immense stress under racing conditions … read more
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