Metrology & Quality Assurance

Precision Quality Inspection & CMM Services

State-of-the-art metrology lab delivering certified first-article inspections, dimensional verification, and comprehensive GD&T analysis with ±0.001mm accuracy.

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Tolerance: ±0.001 mm
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ISO 9001 & AS9100D
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NIST Traceable Calibration

Overview

At MetalCore Manufacturing, quality isn't an afterthought—it's engineered into every process. Our dedicated metrology department operates under ISO/IEC 17025 guidelines, ensuring every measurement meets the highest aerospace, medical, and industrial standards.

Whether you require First Article Inspection (FAIR), in-process verification, or final product validation, our team utilizes advanced Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), optical profilers, and 3D scanning technology to deliver comprehensive, data-driven quality reports.

★ All inspection equipment is calibrated annually against NIST-traceable standards, and our technicians hold certified credentials in GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and non-destructive testing.

Inspection Capabilities

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Coordinate Measuring (CMM)

Bridge, cantilever, and horizontal arm CMMs with laser probes for complex geometries.

±0.001 mm GD&T CAD Comparison
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First Article Inspection (FAIR)

Complete AS9102-compliant documentation verifying dimensional conformity for new programs.

AS9102 100% Inspection Digital Reports
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Optical & Surface Analysis

High-resolution optical profilers for surface roughness, micro-defects, and coating thickness.

Ra / Rz Non-Contact 3D Mapping
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Hardness & Material Testing

Rockwell, Vickers, and Brinell hardness testing alongside spectrometry for material verification.

Rockwell C/B XRF Spectrometry Heat Treat Validation

Equipment & Calibration Standards

Our metrology lab is continuously upgraded to handle increasingly complex manufacturing requirements.

Machine/Tool Type Accuracy Calibration Std
Hexagon Global Measure Bridge CMM ±0.002 mm ISO 10360-2
Zeiss CONTURA Multi-Sensor CMM ±0.001 mm VDA 5 / ISO 17025
Keyence LA-X850 Laser Scanner ±0.005 mm NIST Traceable
Federal Pacific 300 Hardness Tester Class A ASTM E18
Ni Spark S8 XRF Analyzer ±0.1% wt ASTM E1621

Inspection Workflow

Our streamlined verification process ensures transparency and traceability from receipt to release.

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Sample Receipt

Log part serial, revision, and inspection requirements.

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CAD Alignment

Import native STEP/IGES files for direct model comparison.

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Data Acquisition

Automated probe paths & manual verification per GD&T callouts.

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Report Generation

PAS/FAIL color mapping, histograms, and digital signatures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard First Article Inspection reports are typically completed within 3-5 business days depending on part complexity and number of datums. Expedited 24-hour turnaround is available for critical production releases.
Yes. We welcome customer-supplied Go/No-Go gauges and fixtures. All third-party tools are inspected, calibrated, and logged before use, with verification included in the final report.
We support native CAD files including STEP, IGES, Parasolid, JT, and SolidWorks. Point-cloud data can also be generated and exported in .xyz or .ptx formats for reverse engineering workflows.
Yes, our quality lab operates under AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 standards. All calibration activities are NIST-traceable, and we maintain full documentation for audit readiness.

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