Environmental Impact: How Metrology Reduces Waste in Manufacturing
In today’s manufacturing landscape, sustainability is no longer optional—it is a strategic and regulatory imperative. Across sectors such as MedTech, Pharmaceuticals, Personal Care, and Aerospace, manufacturers face increasing pressure to reduce their environmental footprint, meet ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) objectives, and comply with tightening regulations around waste, emissions, and energy use. One of the […]
Optimising Medical Device Manufacturing with Custom Fixtures
Medical device manufacturing requires extreme precision and reliability. From implants to diagnostic systems, every product must meet strict regulatory standards while performing flawlessly in clinical settings. In this environment, metrology is not just quality control—it underpins safety, compliance, and efficiency. However, accurate dimensional inspection is challenging when dealing with complex geometries, delicate materials, and micro-scale […]
Securing Compliance: Why Gage R&R Studies Are Essential
In regulated manufacturing environments-particularly within sectors such as Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Aerospace, and Personal Care-the ability to make reliable, data-driven decisions is only as strong as the measurement systems behind them. Whether verifying a critical dimension on a catheter hub, confirming surface uniformity on a molded syringe barrel, or monitoring precision components in aerospace assemblies, […]
The Future of Metrology Training: A Data-Driven Look at Skill Development in Precision Manufacturing
In high-precision manufacturing sectors such as MedTech, Aerospace, and Pharmaceutical production, metrology is not a support function—it is a core driver of product quality, regulatory compliance, and patient safety. Whether verifying the geometry of an orthopaedic implant or validating the dimensions of a jet engine component, metrology ensures that each part meets its design intent […]
Mastering Complexity: Dimensional Inspection of Intricate Components
Mastering Complexity: Dimensional Inspection of Intricate Components As products become more sophisticated and miniaturised, especially within the MedTech sector, the demand for precise and repeatable dimensional inspection of complex parts is growing rapidly. Components such as implantable devices, catheter hubs, microfluidic cartridges, and surgical tool parts are often characterised by intricate geometries, ultra-small features, and […]
Precision in Action: How Multi-Station Fixtures Boost Throughput
In high-precision manufacturing, efficiency and accuracy are paramount. Whether producing medical devices, aerospace components, or FMCG packaging, manufacturers face increasing pressure to optimize their inspection processes without compromising on quality. One of the most effective solutions to this challenge is the multi-station metrology fixture—a specialized setup designed to hold and inspect multiple parts simultaneously. Unlike […]
Exploring Metrology Hot Topics for 2025: Automation and Industry 5.0 Innovations
Metrology Hot Topics in 2025 In the world of modern manufacturing and quality assurance, metrology serves as the cornerstone of precision and reliability. From intricate medical devices that save lives to aerospace components that ensure safety at 30,000 feet, metrology provides the accuracy required to meet stringent regulatory and performance standards. However, as industries evolve, […]
The Critical Role of Verification & Calibration in Metrology
The Fundamentals of Metrology Verification and Calibration Metrology, the science of measurement, plays an essential role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of measurements across industries like MedTech, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, and more. Two of the key pillars within this field are verification and calibration, which are fundamental processes in maintaining the precision and performance of […]
A Deep Dive into Advanced Metrology Labs and Manufacturing Facilities
The Foundation of Precision: Understanding Metrology Laboratories Metrology laboratories are pivotal in the realm of quality control and manufacturing, acting as the cornerstone for precision and accuracy across numerous industries. These advanced facilities are equipped to perform rigorous measurement and inspection tasks, ensuring that every component produced aligns with stringent industry standards and regulatory requirements. […]
Reduce the Cost and Complexity of EU MDR Compliance with Advanced Metrology Solutions
It was a long time coming, and issues remain, but the new EU MDR (medical device regulations) is well and truly here. It has modernised the regulation of medical devices in the EU, but it has also brought additional costs, complexities, and challenges to manufacturers. With most organisations now through (or well on their […]
