Bringing the benefits of accurate measurement to West Midlands manufacturing companies
Case study
Mec Com benefit from NPL training
The senior metrologist at Mec Com has come to recognise the need for a more detailed and thorough methodology to first principles measurement focusing on measurement repeatability and uncertainty.
The senior metrologist at Mec Com has come to recognise the need for a more detailed and thorough methodology to first principles measurement focusing on measurement repeatability and uncertainty.
Welcome to the West Midlands Manufacturing Measurement Centre
The West Midlands Manufacturing Measurement Centre (WMMMC) is the “One stop shop” for manufacturing businesses in the West Midlands. The centre is responsible for increasing the awareness and take up of measurement as a key underpinning technology to boost the competitiveness of our manufacturing sector.
More effective measurement processes can increase profitability and improve efficiency.
Examples of successes to date include motorsport component manufacturers, gas turbine manufacturers and precision engineering toolmakers.
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WMMMC News
Renishaw Productivity CentreThe WMMMC will be the first of a network of Renishaw Productivity Centres, each equipped with contemporary machine tools and Renishaw metrology equipment, as well as education facilities. Many local SMEs may qualify for regional funding to cover some of their costs. In the case of the WMMMC, support may be available through the Manufacturing Advisory Service - West Midlands.
Monthly Measurement WorkshopsWMMMC are planning some new monthly workshops on various measurement topics including reverse engineering, CMM Best Practice and large volume metrology.
The Measurement ClubsSupported by MAS-WM these clubs are designed to promote good measurement in the West Midlands Manufacturing Sector. Each club comprises of 4-5 like minded SME manufacturers brought together to enhance and reinforce their use of measurement within their businesses.
WMMMC 360 degree lab tour
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If you prefer, you can download the movie instead (416kb, .mov).