What is GD&T and Its Importance for MI Products

What is GD&T and Its Importance for MI Products

What Is GD&T? (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) GD&T is a symbol-based engineering language used to describe the exact shape, size, and location requirements of a part. Instead of using only numbers (like ±0.05 mm), GD&T uses geometric symbols to...
MSP Metrology – Metrology & Inspection

MSP Metrology – Metrology & Inspection

What Is MSP Metrology MI (Metrology & Inspection)? Metrology & Inspection (MI) is the field of measuring, checking, and verifying parts to ensure they meet quality and production standards. It includes tools and software used to measure dimensions, surface...
What Causes Measurement Equipment to Drift

What Causes Measurement Equipment to Drift

Drift analysis is the process of evaluating the instrument’s performance over an established period of time. According to NIST, drift is defined as a slow change in the response of a gage. If your measurement equipment drifts outside of its specifications, it...