Metrology is the scientific study of measurement.
Legal metrology is the part of metrology where regulations are implemented in order to ensure an appropriate level of credibility in measurement results whenever conflicting interests exist, or when incorrect measurement results may adversely affect individuals or society itself.
(Not to be confused with meteorology -- the study of the processes and phenomena of the atmosphere, especially as a means of forecasting the weather.)
Manufacture analogue and digital linear measuring LVDT gauging and displacement transducers and probes using contact methods with associated conditioning and display electronics. www.solartronmetrology.com
Specialist UK based company provides services for roundness and surface texture measuring instruments. Sales, calibration, repair, upgrades, training, and custom software for special applications. www.metrology.cwc.net
Instruments measure linear dimensions to micro-inch accuracy and are usually found in the calibration labs of major manufacturers. A unit of Moore Measurement Solutions, a Siemens company www.prattandwhitney.com
Exports instruments for use in control and in workshops for mechanical industries, aeronautics, cars. Location in Southern France. www.european-metrology.com
Specialising in manufacture of high precision metrological instrumentation for the measurement of length, angle, vibration as well as gas and liquid interference refractometry. www.interferomet.com
Manufactures more than 5,000 variations of precision tools, gages, measuring instruments, saw blades for industrial, professional and consumer markets worldwide. www.starrett.com
Consultant for industrial metrology and quality assurance. Past work includes major hydroelectric power generation projects in countries such as the US, Canada, China, South Korea and Brazil. www.worldexperts.com/dfavvas
Distributor of equipment for measurement of alignment, squareness, parallelism, level, flatness, straightness, angle and twist. www.spectrum-metrology.co.uk
Providing dimensional and surface metrology systems integration, software, consultation and training. Surface metrology freeware available at website. www.digitalmetrology.com
Manufacturer of metrology tools, precision ion beam etching and deposition process equipment, leak detection and X-ray fluorescence systems. www.veeco.com