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Precision Speak

A guide to the jargon from each system of measurement.
Hill Cox
October 1, 2016

Every industry has a jargon of its own and dimensional metrology is no different. The reason is ease of verbal communication, but that communication can be confusing at times for the uninitiated.


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Micrometers

Measurement with Micrometers

With many different types of micrometers to choose from, how can you be sure to select the best one for the job?
Michal Grosenbach
October 1, 2016

Hand tools are the workhorse of the industry. Every metrologist has a variety of hand tools in his toolbox. You’re sure to find one, two or several micrometers in that toolbox to accurately measure thickness, outer and inner diameters, as well as depth of slots.


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Who’s Responsible for This?

Accountability vs. blame
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Darryl Seland
August 1, 2016

In his article for Computerworld, Paul Glen recounts that when most executives have told him that their operations require more accountability what they are really saying is that they need someone to blame.


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Environmental Issues

Take a closer look at the conditions required for measurement.
Hill Cox
August 1, 2016

NO! This is not a rant about the world coming to an end due to global warming. In this column I’ll discuss the conditions required for dimensional measurement and let environmental types sort out the rest of the universe.


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