API Metrology

09/04/2026

Port machinery brings scale, access, and alignment challenges. See how Radian Laser Trackers supported dimensional checks, coaxiality, and flatness: https://apimetrology.com/radian-laser-trackers-in-port-machinery-manufacturing/

Discover the importance of API's Radian Laser Tracker in the design and manufacturing of large-scale port machinery.

09/03/2026

X, Y, Z plus roll, pitch, and yaw: those are the six degrees of freedom. Watch the explainer and see why capturing all 6DoF matters in automated manufacturing: https://apimetrology.com/what-is-6-degrees-of-freedom/

Learn about 6 Degrees of Freedom (6 DoF) and how it applies to the movement of objects in three-dimensional space.

09/02/2026

Can you test wing-to-fuselage fit before the parts meet? See how measured surface data supported virtual assembly and fit analysis: https://apimetrology.com/virtual-assembly-using-measured-data-aids-aircraft-wing-assembly/

Virtual Assembly Using Measured Data Aids Aircraft Wing Assembly API Radian 6 Degrees of Freedom Laser Tracker, combined with laser scanning, provides critical fitting data in advance of physical wing assembly at aircraft manufacturer. Aircraft wings are one of the most important components of an ai...

09/01/2026

A micron is one millionth of a meter—but what does that look like in manufacturing? Watch the explainer and see why micron-level tolerances matter: https://apimetrology.com/micron-explained/

What is a Micron? Learn about the history and significance of microns in manufacturing and metrology. Discover how small they really are.

08/31/2026

A shifted mold doesn’t always mean scrapping the full run. See how API Services used inspection data to evaluate engine castings: https://apimetrology.com/api-services-verifies-engine-castings-saving-tupy-cummins-rework/

API Services Verifies Engine Castings, Saving Tupy, Cummins Rework MSP Uses Expertise, Scanning Arm to Automate Validation of Raw Castings After Mold Shift Errors in the machining process are less a question of if, than when. Metrology equipment, Quality Control processes and teams, and best practic...

08/28/2026

Freeform point capture moves API’s Active Target through the machine volume, collecting data to identify geometric errors. Read more: https://apimetrology.com/how-volumetric-error-compensation-improves-machine-tool-accuracy/

08/27/2026

At Wheels India, tight tolerances and production demands make reliable measurement essential. See how our laser trackers and support help their team handle inspection needs: https://youtu.be/R-T-EPQxzNc

From ensuring tight tolerances to streamlining production processes...

08/26/2026

Have you seen what VEC can reveal?
Read: https://apimetrology.com/how-volumetric-error-compensation-improves-machine-tool-accuracy/
Watch: https://youtu.be/h4pSj9a5URs?si=yUjxkJFDvxyJHmMo
Demo: https://apimetrology.com/contact-api/

Contact API Metrology for your laser measurement and scanning needs.

08/25/2026

Our founder, Dr. Kam Lau, traces the laser tracker's path from early NIST work to integrated metrology for automated manufacturing: https://youtu.be/SLUzyKirqvs

In this special Titans of the Industry presentation at CMSC 2024, A...

08/24/2026

Machine performance can vary across its work envelope. VEC maps those variations to support greater accuracy and consistency. Learn more: https://apimetrology.com/how-volumetric-error-compensation-improves-machine-tool-accuracy/