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METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 20th January

Summary of metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.


Measuring A Paradigm Shift in Shop-Floor Metrology

The field of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) has witnessed little structural concept innovation since its inception, with traditional cartesian configurations such as bridge, gantry, and cantilever designs dominating the landscape. These configurations have served the industry well, offering precision and reliability for decades … read more

Robot Vision System Combines High Speed and Flexibility

At CES 2025, Nikon unveiled its advanced robot vision system, a groundbreaking technology distinguished by exceptional speed, high recognition capabilities, and user-friendly operation. Leveraging high-speed sensing, far surpassing the human eye, through integrated 2D/3D cameras and hand-eye coordination … read more

Quality 5.0 – Redefining Excellence In Human-Machine Collaboration Age

In the dawn of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the relationship between humans and machines has reached a new frontier. This revolution, characterized by cyber-physical systems, has caused a paradigm shift in the way quality is defined and maintained. As technology and automation evolve at an accelerated pace … read more

SHINING 3D Introduces New Advancements To FreeScan Trio Laser Scanner

SHINING 3D has announced updates to its FreeScan Trio, the marker-free laser scanner designed for accuracy and efficiency. After first unveiled at Formnext 2023, the FreeScan Trio now features enhanced hardware and software capabilities, providing users with more versatile and streamlined scanning solutions … read more

Advanced AI-Powered Vision Inspection For Enhanced Quality Control Launched

Rockwell Automation has introduced FactoryTalk Analytics VisionAI a cutting-edge inspection solution that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to revolutionize quality control in manufacturing. FactoryTalk Analytics VisionAI is designed to help manufacturers improve product quality, maximize yield and gain critical insights from real-time production data … read more

Siemens Unveils Breakthrough Innovations In Industrial AI and Digital Twin Technology

Siemens showcased its vision for the future where data, AI and software-defined automation will converge to enable unprecedented flexibility, optimization and continuous improvement across the world’s industries, for companies of any size. This ambition was at the heart of Siemens’ presence at recent CES 2025 … read more

Metrology Solutions Boost Screw Company’s Manufacturing Excellence

Tenable Screw Company, a well-respected name in precision manufacturing subcontracting, has seen a significant boost in its operating standards with the help of Bowers Group’s advanced measurement solutions, including the Baty R14 profile projector and Venture 2510 vision system … read more

RPI Report 50% Revenue Growth and 3,000th System Installation

RPI, the world’s largest manufacturer of high precision rotary measurement and angular positioning devices, has announced that it increased its turnover by 55% in 2023 along with the installation of its 3,000th device. Most of the growth came from the USA, which now accounts for half of the business … read more

Qualifying Additive Manufacturing For Medical Applications

In the 1970s, if a manufacturer explained that they planned to cut metal using water, they’d receive some concerned looks. Fast forward to today and many manufacturers use water jet cutters because of their capability to accurately cut a wide range of materials … read more

Optical Metrology Explores New Possibilities With Twisted Light

Twisted light, which carries orbital angular momentum, is driving modern metrology by altering paradigms on what is measurable, and allowing probing and sensing with ultra-high precision and accuracy. Researchers from China and South Africa share their expert insights on the future trajectory of this dynamic field … read more

MSI Viking Acquisition Further Expands Precision Metrology Capabilities

MSI Viking, a premier provider of precision measurement technologies and services, has announced the acquisition of Master Gage & Tool Co. (MG&T), a leading supplier of leading provider of metrology solutions and specialty gages … read more

Trescal Acquires Record 15 Companies In 2024 Adding €65M In Revenues

Trescal, a global leader in calibration services, has announced the acquisition of 15 calibration companies in 2024 throughout Europe, Asia, Oceania and the Americas. These acquisitions represent €65M in sales and 750 employees … read more

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