Engineering is fundamental to commercialising research and transforming scientific concepts into real products. Measurement is at the heart of engineering, because you need to measure something in order to study and improve it.
We give industry the confidence to innovate by building the skills needed to enhance productivity and provide the measurement standards and techniques that help organisations get it 'right first time'. We provide verification for new technologies, which is vital in securing customer and investor confidence, and getting products to market more quickly.
Our experts help manufacturers be confident in the quality and quantity of their work, whether it's an aerospace engine, a turbine blade or a sub-nanometre part for a hard drive. We ensure compliance with stringent regulations and reliable measurements.
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We are using our century’s worth of materials testing expertise and knowledge to drive innovation and productivity in UK industry
Find out moreWe help organisations conform to precise dimensional requirements and help manufacturers develop, optimise and quality control their products
Find out moreWorld-class electronics and magnetics experts help industry innovate with confidence.
Find out moreWe give industry access to unparalleled equipment and consultancy in mass, force and pressure
Find out moreOur world-leading expertise and facilities improve the practical measurement of temperature and humidity.
Find out moreFind out how our experts can help solve your measurement challenges, whatever the shape or size.