3D Measuring Services – Quick, Precise and Efficient
Would you like to free up your resources and get reliable measurement results quickly? We’ll take care of your metrology tasks—using state-of-the-art technology and in-depth expertise. To do so, we combine tactile, optical, and CT measurement technologies as needed to ensure the quality of your components in a transparent and traceable manner.
Fast, reliable
measurement results
- Prototype, initial sample and serial inspections
- Initial sampling according to drawing requirements (VDA/PPAP)
- Measurement solutions for incoming goods, manufacturing and return
- Support on-site or takeover of your measuring room
- Preparation and validation of measuring programs for CALYPSO and MCOSMOS
- Interpretation of drawings and development of measuring strategies according to ISO GPS
- Measurement of standard geometries, freeform surfaces, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Nominal-actual comparisons with CAD-CAM data
- Gearwheel measurement (measuring room quality class 2)
- Surface and contour measurement
- Jig manufacture
- Measuring equipment monitoring using CMM checks and gauges
Measurement Solutions for every Industrial Measurement Task
Quality assurance is a central component of modern manufacturing processes. With our high-performance measurement services, we provide reliable support for your industrial measurement tasks—whether in our accredited testing laboratory or on-site at your production facility.
Tactile metrology
For the quick, precise checking of prototypes, initial samples and series production components. For example, quality control in the automotive sector, in machine tool and machinery manufacture, for precision mechanics, medical technology and plastics technology. Large batches with tight tolerances are also excellently suited to tactile metrology.
Optical metrology
Ideal for the quick acquisition and 3D digitisation of external geometries, complete component analyses of test pieces of any size. The spectrum of components includes prototypes, sheet metal parts as well as injection moulded and die-cast components, as well as battery trays. We digitise the component surfaces quickly, without contact and with a high point density.
3d computed tomography
We acquire complex internal and external geometries using 3D CT. With this digital image, we check the external structures and all internal structures non-destructively. Ideal for metrological evaluations, geometry comparisons, the analysis of wall thicknesses, pores, shrinkage cavities and other defects.
Applications for industrial metrology
Highly precise measurement and inspection methods
by application
Added value at quality analysis
Speed
Whether individual dimensions or serial measurements with large quantities: you receive precise measurement results from us quickly, even at short notice.
Quality
Excellent know-how, extensive experience and a high-end range of equipment guarantee high-quality measurement results.
Range of equipment
The right measuring machine is available for every measuring task. We rely on systems from ZEISS, Mitutoyo and GOM.
Accreditation
The accreditation of our inspection methods and measuring rooms signifies for you certainty, dependability and objectivity.
Accredited test laboratory
for industrial metrology
Our measurement methods for components of metallic and non-metallic materials, plastics and organic materials are accredited by Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH (DAkkS) in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025. Furthermore, all our other specialist areas have also been accredited.
You can read more about the advantages our accreditation offers you here:
Precise results thanks to the latest technology
Precise measurements are only possible with high-quality equipment. For this reason, we at QA only use the latest measuring instruments and systems from the renowned manufacturers Zeiss, Mitutoyo and a semi-automatic measuring station from Mahr. However, advanced sensors, high-quality components and the careful preparation of the measuring system in our range of equipment are only half the story. In the end it is our experts who, with their specialist skills and their experience, are able to meet all the challenges from our customers.
Applications for industrial metrology
No branch of modern industry can do without highly precise measurement and inspection methods. Industrial metrology checks prototypes and guarantees the quality of ongoing production processes.
Automotive
Tactile and optical metrology are essential for the highly precise inspection of standard geometries, freeform surfaces as well as geometric dimensioning and tolerancing on shafts, gearwheels and housing parts in the drive train. In battery technology, optical metrology is used for the 3D digitisation and measurement of individual battery components as well as battery trays. Using 3D computed tomography, it is even possible to digitise and non-destructively analyse individual battery cells.
Medical technology
Modern medical technology does astounding things to keep people healthy. For this achievement to be possible, extreme care is required during the production of medical equipment. The measurement of roughness and the depiction of surface structures as well as geometrical dimensional inspection are imperative for ensuring the safety of instruments, implants and stents.
Plastics industry
During the manufacture of injection moulded parts, industrial metrology ensures the quality of production processes and products by means of the highly precise measurement of standard geometries, freeform surfaces as well as geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. In addition, nominal-actual comparisons between design and workpiece based on CAD data are possible. During component qualification, the permissible distortion on the parts installed in the end-product is determined before the end-product is actually assembled.
Frequently Asked Questions about Industrial Metrology
What is industrial metrology?
Industrial metrology, or production metrology, refers to all measuring activities that are necessary during the industrial production of a product. Here the focus is often on parameters such as dimensions and geometry, however the characteristics of the material from which a workpiece is made can also be analysed. The requirements on the accuracy of the measurement results are significantly higher than in everyday applications. For example, during the milling of a cylinder head a precision of a few hundredths of a millimetre is required; distances in the range of a few nanometres can be crucial on printed circuit boards. The result is, of course, completely different requirements on the measurement methods.
Which measurement methods can be used?
Industrial metrology mainly uses three methods: tactile metrology, in which components are mechanically probed; optical metrology, which operates contactlessly using light or laser technology; and industrial computed tomography (CT), which enables the non-destructive capture of even complex internal and external geometries. Each method offers specific advantages depending on the component, accuracy requirements, and inspection task.
What is contract measurement?
Contract measurement refers to the outsourced measurement of components or products by an external metrology service provider – for example for quality assurance, first article inspection, or process control. Contract measurement is particularly useful when in-house capacities are unavailable, fast results are required, or highly precise measuring equipment is needed.
Quality Analysis
the right partner
for industrial metrology
What can we measure and analyse for you?
We would be pleased to advise you about the numerous possibilities and combined analytical methods. The goal: the best, most cost-effective and most efficient analysis of your component.